Category: Location
Insects, Student Films and Cannibal Forks?
Nia Lewis (’25) is a Communication major studying at the University of Aberdeen for Fall 2024. At the University of Aberdeen, the class structure and grading systems are both similar and different from what traditional American universities offer. The grading system here technically has 23 grades. The grading scale ranges from 20 (the highest) down ...
Surviving Flu Season Abroad
Nia Lewis (’25) is a Communication major studying at the University of Aberdeen for Fall 2024. What do you get when you combine events full of new people, unpredictable weather and new germs? The Freshers’ Flu! Many students, including myself, caught a cold within the first few weeks of being here, which is common. I ...
Making Friends in Aberdeen
Nia Lewis (’25) is a Communication major studying at the University of Aberdeen for Fall 2024. Before coming to Aberdeen, I knew that I would have to put in a bit more effort to get involved and make friends on campus since I am naturally a bit introverted. To my surprise, making friends was way ...
Day trip to Suwon!
Zhibek Azamat 27′ is Business Analytics and Marketing major currently studying at Seoul National University for Fall 2024! Travelers coming to South Korea often immediately book tickets for Jeju Island, Busan, or plan a stay in Seoul. However, if you’re a budget-conscious tourist looking to explore other parts of the country, consider a day trip ...
Let me tell you about Communications class at SNU
Zhibek Azamat 27′ is Business Analytics and Marketing major currently studying at Seoul National University for Fall 2024! Hello everyone! With 13 weeks and 2 more, I am almost wrapping up my semester abroad in Seoul. It is crazy to think about those past three months full of sleepless nights, new sites, and daily kimchi ...
The Korean kimchi-making class turned out to be a whole retreat!
Zhibek Azamat 27′ is Business Analytics and Marketing major currently studying at Seoul National University for Fall 2024! November in Seoul had many plans for me, but making kimchi wasn’t one of them—until one evening when my friend told me she had been offered a spot in a kimchi-making class, complete with a “plus one” ...
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 ...
What to Bring and What to Leave for Your Exchange Year
Packing for an exchange year at Drexel University in Philadelphia can feel overwhelming. As a German exchange student, I learned some things are absolute lifesavers, while others just take up unnecessary space. Here’s a practical list of what to bring and what to leave behind to help you prepare for your Drexel adventure. 5 Things ...
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 ...
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