Why I Chose to Study Abroad in Taiwan

Why I Chose to Study Abroad in Taiwan

I decided to study abroad in Taiwan—then the coronavirus pandemic hit. Here's how my semester abroad is unfolding so far.
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How COVID-19 Impacts my Semester Abroad in Taiwan

How COVID-19 Impacts my Semester Abroad in Taiwan

As a biology student, I have always been fascinated by pandemics. But I never expected to live through one—especially while studying abroad.
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Putting it All on the Table: Eating with Host Families

Putting it All on the Table: Eating with Host Families

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. 
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    Eating with Host Families

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    Finding your way in a family and culture, one bite at a time.

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The Realities of Managing a Chronic Health Condition Abroad

The Realities of Managing a Chronic Health Condition Abroad

I was born with cystic fibrosis. Here's what that means for travel. 
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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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How to Use a Squat Toilet

How to Use a Squat Toilet

Keeping spiffy in the trailside biffie—the (literal) lowdown and dirty.
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    How to Use a Squat Toilet

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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.

How to Learn Thai in Thailand

How to Learn Thai in Thailand

For anyone living and working in Thailand, learning the language will help deepen your understanding of the culture.
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A Bite of Beijing

A Bite of Beijing

Four Chinese students share their favourite local snacks—and some history of their city in the process.
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Facing a Serious Medical Diagnosis Abroad

Facing a Serious Medical Diagnosis Abroad

Receiving an unwanted health diagnosis is never easy. But what if you're living overseas?
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    Facing a Serious Medical Diagnosis Abroad

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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

Why Im Leaving Tokyo with Unfinished Business

Why I'm Leaving Tokyo with Unfinished Business

After three years in Tokyo, moving away feels like leaving home all over again. 
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Goodbye Beijing: Lessons From my Internship in China

Goodbye Beijing: Lessons From my Internship in China

What I learned about myself—and what I wish I did differently. 
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What I Learned from Chinese Calligraphy Class

What I Learned from Chinese Calligraphy Class

Learning the ancient art of calligraphy was a difficult—yet meaningful—experience to have in China.
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A World of Opportunity

A World of Opportunity

Following three months of international travel, I returned to the States in late June to find that my summer had just begun.
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Where Old Meets New: A Guide to Beijings Skyline

Where Old Meets New: A Guide to Beijing's Skyline

The fascinating architecture is just one of the reasons I love Beijing. 
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Exploring Beijings Artistic Hub

Exploring Beijing's Artistic Hub

A creative guide to the 798 Art District.
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How Im Preparing to Work in China

How I'm Preparing to Work in China

From my previous experiences living abroad, here's what I expect. 
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My First Day in Beijing

My First Day in Beijing

It was a crazy day on the other side of the world.
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From Britain to Beijing

From Britain to Beijing

Here's why I decided to move to China—and what scares me most. 
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Reality Check: Working Abroad in Japan

Reality Check: Working Abroad in Japan

Is Japanese work culture as intense as the media portrays?
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Day in the Life: A National Security Language Initiative Student

Day in the Life: A National Security Language Initiative Student

A glimpse into what life looks like studying Mandarin in Taiwan. 
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Perspiration: Adjusting to Life in Taiwan

Perspiration: Adjusting to Life in Taiwan

My first week abroad was marked by a lot of sweat. 
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