All posts by Anna Vecsernyes

Anna Vecsernyes '20, is a sophomore exchange student from Monaco, majoring in International Business for the Fall Quarter of 2024 at Drexel University.

What Happened to the Nice Weather? Last Weeks of Phall in Philly

This week at Drexel was a mix of sweet treats, cozy vibes, and a little Philly magic, even if the weather wasn’t exactly on my side. Let’s start with Crumbl Cookies. If you haven’t heard of them, they’re basically TikTok famous, and everyone raves about how amazing they are. So naturally, I had to try ...

Bridges, Parks, and Domino’s: my Philly Adventure

As an international student from Monaco spending a quarter at Drexel University, every week feels like a new adventure. This past week was no exception, filled with new experiences, local traditions, and little moments of joy that make Philadelphia feel more like home. This week I tried Domino’s for the very first time. Growing up ...

November starting off with a cold…

Hey there! This week has been a bit different for me as I’ve been dealing with a cold, so I haven’t been able to get out and explore Philadelphia like usual. Staying indoors wasn’t my original plan, especially with so much happening around the city, but it’s given me a chance to slow down and ...

Midterms Week at Drexel

Wow, what a week it’s been! As an exchange student from Monaco at Drexel University, I’ve been loving my time in Philadelphia, but midterm week really took a toll on me. Leading up to the midterms, the campus vibe changed completely. Everywhere I looked, students were buried in textbooks or gathered in study groups, trying ...

Halloweek at Drexel

This past week has been nothing short of amazing! My brother came to visit, and we decided to make the most of it with back-to-back adventures. To kick things off, we went to a Philadelphia 76ers vs. Milwaukee Bucks NBA game. The energy in the Wells Fargo Center was electric – the fans were in ...

Phall in Philly

Hi everyone! I can’t believe how fast time is flying here in Philadelphia. As an exchange student from Monaco, I’m still getting used to everything – from the big city life to the crisp fall weather. It’s been such an adventure, and this past week was no exception! On Saturday, I decided to take a ...

My American Food Adventure in Philly as an Exchange Student

So, I’ve been living in Philadelphia for a little while now as an exchange student, and let me tell you—one of the best parts about being here is all the new food I get to try. I’m from Europe, and while I love my home food, I was super excited to dive into American food ...

Exchange Student Tips: What to bring and leave home when you’re moving abroad

Hey future exchange student! If you’re anything like me, the idea of packing for your adventure in the US is both exciting and terrifying. Don’t worry, though, I’ve got your back with a simple guide on what to bring and what you can totally leave behind. Think of this as the ultimate packing list, with ...

My first week as a Dragon

Hello, my name is Anna and I’m a sophomore Marketing major at Drexel University. I’m originally from Hungary, but I study and live in Monaco. I came to Philly as an exchange student for the Fall quarter. I arrived to Philadelphia a week ago, after 14 hours’ worth of flights with two suitcases and zero ...