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 ...

5 Truths and 5 Myths About Studying in Monaco

Studying in Monaco sounds glamorous, doesn’t it? When thinking about the city, you imagine luxury, yachts, and famous people. But there’s more to life in Monaco as a student. Here’s my honest opinion -based on personal experience – on what’s really true and what’s not about studying in this unique country. 1. You’ll Study with ...

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 ...

Weekend in NYC

Hey everyone! I just got back from a weekend in New York City with some friends. We were a group of eight, with five of us (three girls and two guys) staying together in an Airbnb, while the other three had their own places to crash. We wanted to pack in as much as possible ...

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 ...

Halloweek at Drexel

This past week has been nothing short of amazing! My brother came to visit, and we decided to make the most of it with back-to-back adventures. To kick things off, we went to a Philadelphia 76ers vs. Milwaukee Bucks NBA game. The energy in the Wells Fargo Center was electric – the fans were in ...

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 ...

Philly – a day in the life

Hi all! I hope everyone is doing well and surviving the midterms. When my teacher asked us if we did today, another student answered; surviving but not thriving, and I do think it reflects the common mental and physical state on campus nowadays.  In addition to all that, I’ve also been called upon quite a ...

Halloween in Aberdeen

Nia Lewis (’25) is a Communication major studying at the University of Aberdeen for Fall 2024.  Admittedly, I am not a huge fan of Halloween. Growing up, I participated in the typical Halloween festivities and customs, but it’s not necessarily my favorite time of year. However, since I am on a mission to step out ...