Tag: learning
AN EAGLE WITH NO CONVOCATION. A BEGINNING.
January 2nd, my first day in Philly… As mentioned in my previous post, I arrived in the U.S. on December 14th and spent most of my time in Washington D.C. That time helped me build a stronger foundation for my stay in Philadelphia—I learned the basics. Since I had already opened a bank account, familiarized ...
Insects, Student Films and Cannibal Forks?
Nia Lewis (’25) is a Communication major studying at the University of Aberdeen for Fall 2024. At the University of Aberdeen, the class structure and grading systems are both similar and different from what traditional American universities offer. The grading system here technically has 23 grades. The grading scale ranges from 20 (the highest) down ...
Surviving Flu Season Abroad
Nia Lewis (’25) is a Communication major studying at the University of Aberdeen for Fall 2024. What do you get when you combine events full of new people, unpredictable weather and new germs? The Freshers’ Flu! Many students, including myself, caught a cold within the first few weeks of being here, which is common. I ...
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 ...
Simple and Satisfying: A Week of Easy Nutritious Recipes
Hello everyone! I’m thrilled to share a collection of easy and nutritious recipes that have been a break from my studies at Drexel University and a smart way to keep my living costs down here in Philadelphia. These recipes are not only straightforward and economical but also brimming with flavor, making healthy eating a real ...
Trip to Taipei During Reading Week
A significant cultural difference between Drexel University and the University of Hong Kong is that they have a week off in the middle of the semester called ‘Reading Week’. For locals, as well as some exchange students, this reading week is considered a week where they study for upcoming midterm exams in the following week. ...
Progress Update on Learning a Third Language
The words I never thought I would be saying, “我不会说中文“ which directly translates to “I can’t speak Chinese”. The national language in Hong Kong is Cantonese, which if I had planned 6 years ago, I could have started learning it since high school. Unfortunately, I did not, which led me to begin learning Mandarin Chinese ...
My Take On The Class “When Perception is Reality: Subjectivity in Health”
While taking part in the Health Care in Latin America program, I’m taking a class called “When Perception is Reality: Subjectivity in Health”. The best way to describe it is as a class based on the blend of health care in a more sociological and psychological aspect. There’s also some public health topics mixed in as ...
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 ...
Broadening Horizons: How British Contemporary Broadcasting Class Took Me on an Academic Adventure
My fellow explorers of knowledge! Picture this: you’re sitting in a university classroom, caffeinated beverage in hand, expecting a regular academic journey. But wait, what’s this? A class on British Contemporary Broadcasting? Buckle up, because this is no ordinary ride. Join me on an adventure through pixels and airwaves as we dive into how this ...
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