Why I Chose to Study Abroad in Taiwan
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- Written by: Rebecca Janacek
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I decided to study abroad in Taiwan—then the coronavirus pandemic hit. Here's how my semester abroad is unfolding so far.
How COVID-19 Impacts my Semester Abroad in Taiwan
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- Written by: Rebecca Janacek
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As a biology student, I have always been fascinated by pandemics. But I never expected to live through one—especially while studying abroad.
Putting it All on the Table: Eating with Host Families
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- Written by: Katrina Keegan
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Finding your way in a family and culture, one bite at a time.
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Signing up for a homestay means navigating a new culture, family and diet. From dietary restrictions to vehement dislikes, here's how to find your place at the table.
The Realities of Managing a Chronic Health Condition Abroad
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- Written by: Alexandra Merullo
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Emergencies Abroad: Dealing with a Chronic Health Condition
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I was born with cystic fibrosis. Here's what that means for travel.
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I was born with cystic fibrosis. Here's what that means for travel.
How to Use a Squat Toilet
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- Written by: Patti Lefkos
- Category: Travel Health
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Keeping spiffy in the trailside biffie—the (literal) lowdown and dirty.
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Footpads, long drop or slot in the cement, it’s best to be prepared. Leave that trailside biffie feeling spiffy.
Keeping spiffy in the trailside biffie—the (literal) lowdown and dirty.
How to Learn Thai in Thailand
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- Written by: Amy Poulton
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For anyone living and working in Thailand, learning the language will help deepen your understanding of the culture.
A Bite of Beijing
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- Written by: Huining Luo, Qian Zhang, Huan Yan & Chen Liang
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Four Chinese students share their favourite local snacks—and some history of their city in the process.
Facing a Serious Medical Diagnosis Abroad
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- Written by: Kelly Iverson
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Receiving an unwanted health diagnosis is never easy. But what if you're living overseas?
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Confronting the risk of breast cancer head-on.Latest Issue
Receiving an unwanted health diagnosis is never easy. But what if you're living overseas?
Why I'm Leaving Tokyo with Unfinished Business
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- Written by: Lorraine Chai
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After three years in Tokyo, moving away feels like leaving home all over again.
Goodbye Beijing: Lessons From my Internship in China
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- Written by: Hayley Duszynski
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What I learned about myself—and what I wish I did differently.
What I Learned from Chinese Calligraphy Class
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- Written by: Hayley Duszynski
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Learning the ancient art of calligraphy was a difficult—yet meaningful—experience to have in China.
A World of Opportunity
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- Written by: Tyler Michalek
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Following three months of international travel, I returned to the States in late June to find that my summer had just begun.
Where Old Meets New: A Guide to Beijing's Skyline
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- Written by: Hayley Duszynski
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The fascinating architecture is just one of the reasons I love Beijing.
Exploring Beijing's Artistic Hub
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- Written by: Hayley Duszynski
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A creative guide to the 798 Art District.
How I'm Preparing to Work in China
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- Written by: Hayley Duszynski
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From my previous experiences living abroad, here's what I expect.
My First Day in Beijing
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- Written by: Hayley Duszynski
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It was a crazy day on the other side of the world.
From Britain to Beijing
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- Written by: Hayley Duszynski
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Here's why I decided to move to China—and what scares me most.
Reality Check: Working Abroad in Japan
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- Written by: Lorraine Chai
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Is Japanese work culture as intense as the media portrays?
Day in the Life: A National Security Language Initiative Student
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- Written by: Iris Fu
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A glimpse into what life looks like studying Mandarin in Taiwan.
Perspiration: Adjusting to Life in Taiwan
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- Written by: Iris Fu
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My first week abroad was marked by a lot of sweat.