Category: Fall 2023
First Breaths in Sydney
Krishang Nair, ‘25, is a Behavioral Economics major studying at UNSW Sydney this Fall 2023. That first breath out of the airport was overwhelming. I wished for it back in Philly when I was first applying for the program, I longed for it whilst packing, and I craved it once the scratch of the airplane ...
Things I Wish I Knew Before Studying Abroad
Studying abroad has been an eye-opening journey that profoundly enriched my perspective on different cultures and traditions. Having completed a year of study in the United States as a foreign student from Kazakhstan and currently pursuing my education in England, I’ve gathered invaluable insights that I wish I had known before embarking on this adventure. ...
London: The City of Free Attractions
London’s status as a tourist-heavy attraction city might give the impression that everything comes with a high price tag. However, what sets London apart is its abundance of free museums and attractions, making it an enriching and accessible place for both residents and visitors alike. This treasure trove of cultural offerings not only enhances the ...
Navigating Philly with SEPTA
My introduction to SEPTA, Philadelphia’s public transportation system, was through a family member who worked there. It didn’t take long for me to appreciate the convenience of SEPTA, especially the Regional Railways. The one-hour train ride from Newark, Delaware to 30th Street Station soon became an integral part of my daily routine. Initially, I was ...
From Philadelphia to Rome: How I’ve Experienced Culture Shock
Ciao Drexel! Welcome to my blog series accounting my time studying in the beautiful city of Rome! My name is Angela Viruet and I just entered my fourth and final year here at Drexel. I’m striving for a degree in marketing and business analytics with a minor in legal studies. I’ve been in Rome for ...
From a relaxing welcome week to an invigorating first classes
Alright, folks! Welcome week was cool and exiting in many ways, but it’s time to move forward to the real stuff and initial purpose why we are all here – studying! During the first week of classes I was absorbing all the information about how the teaching process is working here at Drexel to highlight ...
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 ...
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 ...
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, ...
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