Student Bloggers

I recently had the opportunity to chat with some prospective study abroad students about whatlife looks like both abroad and while preparing to go abroad. It was a great way both to share myown experience and to connect with other members of the community…

For this entry, it seemed high time to give a little overview of some fun things you can get up to while here in Aotearoa. I am excited to share with you all the many activities I have participated in through Arcadia and the recent solo trip to Queenstown…

WHY SHOULD YOU STUDY ABROAD? Studying abroad lets you learn about a country in a more mundane way than you can through a vacation. You end up with favorite coffee shops, favorite supermarkets, favorite buses (Bus 27). Settling into that kind of routine…

With the end of this semester coming up, it means a new semester is drawing near. While thinking back on the past few months, I’ve realized that there are things that I wish I knew coming into my semester abroad (and some things that I’m glad I did know)…

In his latest vlog installment, Will offers an update on his experiences in New Zealand. He remains captivated by the country's beauty, relishing in every breathtaking vista and exhilarating hike. A significant draw for Will was New Zealand's vibrant…

Capture Everything ???? It’s been over a month in New Zealand. I’m slowly getting accustomed to the place. I’m getting a little stable living in a foreign country. The experiences I have had within this first month are crazy. I thought I didn’t do a lot…

Stephanie is studying at the University of Auckland in New Zealand. In her second Short YouTube video, she shares a peek at the Arcadia New Zealand Orientation in 44 seconds. 

Meet Will Reyes, a biochemistry major hailing from California and currently enrolled at Grinnell College. Will embarked on a journey to New Zealand to pursue his studies at the esteemed University of Otago. In this video, Will shows why New Zealand is…

It’s crazy to think that we are nearly halfway through the semester when it felt like I just arrived in Aotearoa just last week. The two-week break is heading into the final week, and I thought writing about classes and homework would be a good idea as…