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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” ...
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 ...
A Day Off in Leeds
While studying at the University of Leeds, I have lectures once a week for each module and seminars every other week. This leave me with two days of the week with no classes, so how do I spend my days off? 1 PM: Study With plans for later in the day, I decide to start ...
Culture Shock in England
After a few weeks studying at the University of Leeds, there are a couple experiences that have left me with culture shock. Culture shock is the uncertainty or disorientation a person feels when they are surrounded by an unfamiliar way of life and/or set of attitudes. I have listed some of the aspects of daily ...
Drexel vs Leeds
Considering that the United States and England are both English speaking countries that are closely connected, I did not imagine their education system being very different. However, I quickly realized that the University of Leeds differs greatly from Drexel in both academics and extra curriculars. Courses In England, courses are called modules and a student’s ...
Unpacking the Notes App: Reflections on my pre-departure to-do list
Please note that this is a retired Drexel study abroad program. To learn more about available programs, contact Drexel Global studyabroad@drexel.edu. When I submitted my application to study abroad in Brussels, I wasn’t just signing up for a semester of waffles and weekend trips. I was searching for answers. It sounds dramatic, I know. Nietzsche was ...
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 ...
Fantastic Things and Where to Buy Them
Nia Lewis (’25) is a Communication major studying at the University of Aberdeen for Fall 2024. While creating a list of things to pack before arriving in Scotland, the thought of forgetting something essential made me extremely anxious. Since I am the type of person who waits until the last minute to prepare for a ...
Jeju Island Part 2!
Zhibek Azamat 27′ is Business Analytics and Marketing major currently studying at Seoul National University for Fall 2024! This is part two of my unforgettable trip to Jeju Island, a jewel of natural beauty in South Korea! The following morning began with the sun barely peeking over the horizon, urging us to rise early as ...
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