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What I Wish the Internet Had Told Me About South Korea
These days it is a lot easier to learn about Korean culture thanks to the internet, or maybe even TikTok specifically. This is largely due to the spread of Hallyu... keep reading
Phone, Money, and SIM Card
Hey! I just wanted to provide some info about what I chose to do regarding my phone and getting a Korean number/data plan, as well as money, what I budgeted... keep reading
How To: KTX (Korea's Bullet Train)
Heyo! I just recently took a KTX train for the first time and thought I would share my experience. I decided to take a trip to Busan for the weekend... keep reading
How To: Bus & Subway (Public Transportation)
Hiii! I am from a city that has its own public transportation, so I was used to taking public transportation and getting on and off buses. However, I don't rely... keep reading
Getting My Hair Done
Hellooooo! I recently got my hair done in Seoul, and I thought that others should know how I did so and where I went! I had done my hair before... keep reading
Your Study Abroad FAQs [Answered!]
We know you put a lot of thought into choosing the right study abroad program . It makes sense you might have some questions about the process. So, here we... keep reading
How to make the most of your experience studying abroad anywhere!
Break out of your comfort zone Try things you wouldn’t normally or hadn’t tried at all before going abroad! Whether it’s food, opportunities to be independent, to travel, meet new... keep reading
Studying abroad as a female student: Barcelona gender norms and safety tips
Studying abroad as a female student was a bit daunting at first! I was worried about my safety as a female foreigner, and I was unsure how I would fit... keep reading
How I Navigated a Family Emergency
This month has been quite challenging, and it's only halfway through. One morning, I got a phone call from my family that said something had happened to one of my... keep reading
Getting Sick Abroad, Do Not Panic!
If you are scared of getting sick abroad or have anxiety about it... this blog post is for you. My first year abroad living in Spain , 2017 I went... keep reading
Preparing to Study Abroad: What You Need to Know
Before studying abroad in Spain this past summer, I prepared extensively to make sure everything went smoothly during my travels and upon arrival. It is important to own your abroad... keep reading
Dealing with discomfort in the study abroad context
As a Study Abroad coordinator, I think we naturally focus on practical issues when we advise students on their experience abroad: you need a visa, this is how you get... keep reading
Happy to be back!
The title of this blog post has a twofold meaning for me personally, and I'm very happy to share these news with you! The COVID pandemic forced everyone of us... keep reading
Quarantining in Seoul!
After sitting on a Korean Air plane for almost 14 hours, my flight from New York City to South Korea finally came to an end! It was time to officially... keep reading
Burn-out Before the Fire is Even Lit?
Have you ever felt like an old piece of pink bubblegum stuck to the bottom of a dirty sneaker that has then stepped in several puddles that end up leaving... keep reading