Category: Philadelphia

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Reminiscing The Time in HighSchool…

While preparing for my exchange program at Drexel, I had the chance to connect with my friends back in high school. Unfortunately, there aren’t many colleagues left in New York as they have all graduated and are now working; I could only reach one of my friends. On Saturday, the 13th of January, I woke ...

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Philly’s News: Cheesesteaks and Snow!

Greetings once again, esteemed Drexel family! As I navigate through my second week in the heart of Philadelphia, USA, I am thrilled to share that the city has transformed into my snowy playground. Today’s adventure takes us to Center City. Our journey begins at the beautiful City Hall, an architectural marvel that words struggle to capture. Strolling through the city’s streets with my friends, we ...

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Philadelphia, Here I Come!

I flew to New York JFK Airport on January 1st, 2024, at 10 am. After about 14 hours of flying, thanks to the time difference, I landed on January 1st at 10 am. After riding a bus and getting in a taxi, I could safely and comfortably arrive at my apartment, where I would live ...

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My Arrival To The US!

Let’s rewind to January 4, 2024 – the day before my journey to the United States began, marking the start of my exchange program. With all my life packed in a suitcase and nerves running high, the moment arrived to say good-bye to all my loved ones, my friends, and especially my family. It’s hard ...

Last Goodbyes

As I find myself at the end of this exchange semester, it’s impossible not to reflect on the journey that led me to Philadelphia, which was never really on my mind until earlier in April this year. Comparing the version of myself pre-Philly to the one now brings a myriad of differences, yet the same ...

Final few weeks down

Coming back from the road trip was a whirlwind of deadlines, tests, and the finals approaching. Despite this, I was not going to get that completely in my way for my final month at Drexel. A lot still happened, from basketball games to concerts and visiting new food spots in town, just spending quality time ...

Unveiling New Passions at Drexel

As the curtains draw close on my transformative journey as an inbound exchange student at Drexel University, I find myself reflecting on the myriad experiences that have shaped my academic and personal growth. One of the key highlights of my time at Drexel was the exploration of new academic realms. The university offered me the ...

Embracing Yuletide Bliss at Philly’s Christmas Village

In the heart of Philadelphia, the Christmas Village beckoned, promising a festive escapade that no holiday enthusiast could resist. My solo exploration began against the backdrop of a city dressed in winter splendor, each street adorned with the unmistakable charm of the season. Uptown Beer Garden welcomed me with open arms, its holiday-themed decor setting ...

A Day of Surprises at the Philadelphia Art Museum: Sylvester Stallone and Korean Art Unveiled

Embarking on my long-awaited visit to the Philadelphia Art Museum, my excitement was twofold. Not only was it the first Sunday of the month—affording me the privilege of a “pay what you want” admission of just $1—but it also coincided with a special exhibit I had eagerly anticipated: “The Shape of Time: Korean Art After ...

Le Grand Final

Hi everyone and here we go again. While it’s getting colder and darker outside, we are smoothly entering our final week of study here at Drexel and slowly getting ready for crazy finals and the holiday seasons. Besides, this is my last blog about the exchange and, as it should be, I want to sum ...