Preparing to study abroad? Here are some tips on navigating friendships, finances and more to help you make the most out of your experience.
Author: Itunu Abolarinwa
A Brit abroad: It’s true, dreams are made in the Big Apple
New York embodies everything I imagined America to be: fast-paced, with bright lights and lots of interesting people.
A Brit abroad: As my hair grows, so do I
I see my journey of self-discovery at university much like my hair growth: slow, sometimes awkward, but always beautiful.
Finding ‘American confidence’ as a Briton studying abroad
Before starting my year abroad, I had never been to the United States. All my knowledge of American life came from a limited number of reputable sources, namely Disney Channel, “Mean Girls” and “The Real Housewives.” I was prepared for cheerleaders, preppy students and cliques ranging from jocks to nerds.
SCAMFest returns for its 23rd year of performances
Sitting in the 2,500 seater Bridges Auditorium on Nov. 10, I braced myself for the a cappella music festival everyone had been talking about. The audience filled every seat, and the room buzzed with excitement. Being a British exchange student, the closest thing I know to a cappella is the