Getting Started

Jordan Mcintyre August 3, 2015

Anyone who’s gone on vacation knows that packing is the actual worst. What do I bring? Do I have enough pairs of shoes? Do I have too many pairs of shoes? What if it’s hot? What if it’s cold? Will it rain? What if there’s some post-apocalyptic blackout… More

Why I Chose Queen Mary

Nicole DiCenso July 27, 2015

This is not my first trip to Europe. I have actually traveled to Italy twice so far – once my sophomore year of college for a course called Sophomore International Experience and also as part of a family trip I took this past summer. I have also technically… More

Getting Ready to Fly

Jennifer Khawam July 27, 2015

I don’t like flying on airplanes at all. I thought about this as I booked my flight to London this fall. Then I thought to myself, “Well, Jen, how else are you going to study abroad?” Studying abroad in London has been a dream of mine since I was in high… More

Lesson 1: Know your University and Fresher’s Week

Aimee P. November 21, 2014

Hi there! I can’t believe how fast time goes when you travel. It seems like Fresher’s week was only a few days ago. For those that aren’t aware, Fresher’s week is a week for students to settle in campus before classes begin. It’s really interesting what… More

11 Ways to Beat Pre-Departure Jitters

Amanda Berthold August 28, 2014

Don’t give in to your fears. If you do, you won’t be able to talk to your heart - Paulo Coehlo, The Alchemist As I quickly approach my departure date for Edinburgh, I find myself becoming more and more susceptible to restlessness and anxiety. I can… More

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