My American Food Adventure in Philly as an Exchange Student

So, I’ve been living in Philadelphia for a little while now as an exchange student, and let me tell you—one of the best parts about being here is all the new food I get to try. I’m from Europe, and while I love my home food, I was super excited to dive into American food ...

Arriving in Philadelphia with only two suitcases…

Hi all!  AS it is my first time blogging here and consequently the first time you (virtually) meet me, I’d like to begin by presenting myself.  My name is Sally, just a nickname for a much harder name to pronounce for anglophones, let’s be honest, and I have just started living my version of the ...

A Day as an Exchange Student

Morning On Thursday, I only have one class, which is a nice break from my busier days. I get to campus around 9:30 am, grab my iced coffee, and settle into my International Business class at 10 am. Today, we’re covering global markets and trade policies, but my mind is already drifting to our group project for ...

Korean Hawaii or amazing trip to Jeju

Zhibek Azamat 27′ is Business Analytics and Marketing major currently studying at Seoul National University for Fall 2024! Think of the island known for the serene views by the beach, the sweetest oranges, flavorful tea with thousands of varieties, and tasty seafood; all these and more are the main features of Jeju Island in South Korea. ...

Greetings from Seoul!

Zhibek Azamat 27′ is Business Analytics and Marketing double major currently studying at Seoul National University for Fall 2024! Hello Everyone and welcome to weekly chronicles of Business school exchange student at Seoul National University! My name is Zhibek, I am an international student from Kazakhstan double majoring in business analytics and marketing at Lebow ...

Don’t come to Korea if you…

Zhibek Azamat 27′ is Business Analytics and Marketing double major currently studying at Seoul National University for Fall 2024! Now that I have shared some culture shock moments I have experienced, I would like to share some tips and tricks that one might find useful while preparing to visit Seoul. This is a compilation of apps that should be downloaded before ...

I thought, I’d escape culture shock…

Zhibek Azamat 27′ is Business Analytics and Marketing double major currently studying at Seoul National University for Fall 2024! As a person who experienced culture shock multiple times since the age of 15, I thought, I would easily blend in to Korean society within first 48 hours. Oh well, I overestimated my skills! Today, I ...

Exchange Student Tips: What to bring and leave home when you’re moving abroad

Hey future exchange student! If you’re anything like me, the idea of packing for your adventure in the US is both exciting and terrifying. Don’t worry, though, I’ve got your back with a simple guide on what to bring and what you can totally leave behind. Think of this as the ultimate packing list, with ...

Drexel’s Classes vs My Home Institute:

Hi guys! I’m back with an update on my journey at Drexel University and wow has it been a rollercoaster already. Classes have kicked off and I can honestly say that it feels like I’ve stepped into a whole new world compared to my university back in Germany. I want to share some of the ...

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Experiences Are Multiplicative: How Brussels Became Part of My Story

Please note that this is a retired Drexel study abroad program. To learn more about available programs, contact Drexel Global studyabroad@drexel.edu. Last Fall, I took on the escapade of a lifetime: studying abroad at Sciences Po in Paris. Paris was everything I had dreamed it to be in my first-grade French class. I found a home ...