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The Beautiful Museums of London and Why You Must See Them

Vivian Pham, ’25, is a Graphic Design major studying at the FIE this Summer 2023. London is a rich culture hub for many to explore. By allowing many of their museums to be free, London is encouraging tourist and locals to indulge in these resources and learn something new. As an art enthusiast and a ...

First Week, First Insights: Madrid, Spain

Alexandra Goodin, ’25, is a Psychology major studying abroad at Nebrija University in Madrid this Fall 2023. Ahh, Madrid. The place I’ve wanted to go since I was a kid, and the place that has already exceeded my expectations – and it’s only been a week! There are so many insights and new experiences I’ve ...

3 Restaurants in London You Have to Visit

Lovel Lee, ’25, is a Graphic Design major studying at FIE London this Summer 2023. In London, if there’s one place I recommend it’s Sketch. Sketch is a place where you can experience afternoon tea. I was a bit hesitant to be honest if I wanted to go to a restaurant so expensive. It’s around ...

Weekend in Italy

Lovel Lee, ’25, is a Graphic Design major studying at FIE London this Summer 2023. One of the reasons London is such a great place to study abroad is because of it’s location. You can easily go to neighboring countries like Italy for a weekend trip. During my study abroad trip in London, one of ...

Last Thoughts

Lovel Lee, ’25, is a Graphic Design major studying at FIE London this Summer 2023. I still can’t believe I went to study abroad in Korea and London. Even during the trip itself, I felt like I was dreaming. It has been some time since I came back from abroad and I can’t help but ...

From the Vibrancy of Hong Kong to the Movie Sets of the USA

As my journey as an exchange student from Hong Kong began I travelled around the US for a couple of weeks before reaching Philadelphia. My first destination in the United States was the vibrant city of Los Angeles. The transition from the bustling streets of Hong Kong to the car-centric lifestyle of Los Angeles was ...

Walking around the campuses

Immediate Rush of Welcome Week

I arrived in Philly on Sunday, September 17. Even though I was lucky enough to cope with my relatively large jet lag of 8 hours in Mexico City right before it, challenges have only begun. If you moved to another country at least once in your life, you definitely understand that it’s way less romantic ...

From Rome’s Eternal Beauty to Philidelphia’s Urban Charm

Welcome to my weekly blog series, where I’ll be sharing my exciting journey at Drexel University, a stark contrast from my small university in Rome. I’ll walk you through my initial impressions and experiences during my first week in the city of brotherly love. My First Impressions As I stepped onto the sprawling Drexel campus, ...

Broadening Horizons: How British Contemporary Broadcasting Class Took Me on an Academic Adventure

My fellow explorers of knowledge! Picture this: you’re sitting in a university classroom, caffeinated beverage in hand, expecting a regular academic journey. But wait, what’s this? A class on British Contemporary Broadcasting? Buckle up, because this is no ordinary ride. Join me on an adventure through pixels and airwaves as we dive into how this ...

Navigating Visa Complications with Ease: Your Essential Guide to Studying Abroad as an International Student

Oyunbileg Bazar, ’25, is a Psychology major studying at the FIE London this Summer 2023. My initial reaction when I told my college friends about my choice for studying abroad was, “We’re already studying abroad!” Yes, it’s true, but being an international student and embarking on a study abroad program is exciting and rewarding. It ...