Category: Drexel in Philadelphia: Inbound Exchange
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, ...
A Compilation of Culinary Culture Shocks
While it has been a delightful experience residing in the United States, particularly in Philadelphia, there have been moments when I felt like an outsider from another planet. One of the most intriguing aspects of cultural diversity is undoubtedly the culinary aspect. Most of the menus here list the amount of calories in each dish ...
From the Lion City to the City of Brotherly Love: How A Singaporean Found Lifelong Friends at Drexel
Moving across the globe can be a daunting experience, but for me, it was an opportunity to step out of my comfort zone and embark on a new adventure. Leaving behind the familiar sights and sounds of Singapore, I set my sights on Philadelphia, fondly known as the City of Brotherly Love. Little did I ...
A reflection on my time abroad
Going on exchange is something I have dreamed about for years. I already knew way before university that I wanted to go, and I knew I wanted to experience the college culture in the U.S. Originally, I was supposed to go in the fall of 2020, but then covid-19 happen and that obviously spoiled my ...
The Discomfort Zone
I’m the type of person who likes to be in my comfort zone… and stay there. It is why I knew I had to go on exchange. I needed a change in my life – a chance to evolve (no, not like a pokémon). Surprising as it may seem, going out of your comfort zone ...
Balancing Academics and Adventure:Â How I Managed my Coursework while Exploring the U.S.
Embarking on a journey to study in the United States is an exciting opportunity for international students like myself. As I delved into my academic pursuits, I was also determined to make the most of my time and explore the diverse landscapes and cultural treasures that the country has to offer. In this blog post, ...
NYC You See…
When I was 12 years old, I came to the U.S. for the first time with my family. We went to a lot of places such as San Francisco and Santa Barbara in California & New York City. My whole life I have known myself as being a person who is not a big fan ...
Drag is no drag!
When I first started learning about drag and what it’s all about, I thought it was merely about men who enjoyed dressing up as women. I have, of course, come to learn that it is so much more than that – especially after watching numerous of episodes Rupaul’s Drag Race, of which I have been ...
Adjusting to the American Education System
While early education may have different names across countries, universities are generally referred to by the same name worldwide. However, there are significant differences in teaching methods among universities. As an exchange student from NTU, I’ve noticed some notable distinctions in the teaching approach at Drexel University. One major difference lies in the teaching methods ...
This is Real Magic
If you’re someone like me who has never been to Disney World, but still is a true Disney fan, it is something you can only dream of. You make it out to be something so very special in your head – a truly magical place to make you forget about the real world, if even ...
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