Making Friends with Danes

Making Friends with Danes

As her semester abroad in Denmark comes to an end, Roop wonders why she only made friends with three Danes.
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An Obruni Overseas

An Obruni Overseas

Overcoming culture shock in Ghana.
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The TEFL Challenge

The TEFL Challenge

The truth about teaching English as a second language.
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Strangers No More

Rob learns that sometimes you meet friends in unexpected places.
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TEFL Schedule

TEFL Schedule

The average day in the life of a TEFL teacher.
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Why Study Abroad in New Zealand?

Eric is heading to New Zealand for more than just Lord of the Ringsscenery.
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Singapore: The Garden City-State

Singapore: The Garden City-State

Judi went to Singapore to study abroad, but she wasn't expecting this kind of education.
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Encountering Language Barriers in Korea

Encountering Language Barriers in Korea

My struggles have taught me more than just the importance of being patient, open-minded and understanding.
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The Call of Colombia

The Call of Colombia

After hitchiking through Colombia six years ago, Jessica returns; this time to lay some roots.
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Surviving Arrival in Ghana

Surviving Arrival in Ghana

I arrived a couple days ago in Accra, Ghana—so far it exceeds my expectations.
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When in Denmark, Bike as the Danes Do

When in Denmark, Bike as the Danes Do

While Roop's hometown of Toronto is waging a war against the removal of bike lanes, she's discovering the endless benefits of biking in Denmark.
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Hitchhiking From Cambridge to Warsaw in 24 Hours

Hitchhiking From Cambridge to Warsaw in 24 Hours

Hitching a ride has never been this fun.
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How Traveling Renewed My Perspective on Canadian Multiculturalism

How Traveling Renewed My Perspective on Canadian Multiculturalism

After returning to Canada, Carly is starting to examine race and culture in her home country.
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Whirlwind Trip Through a Monsoon

Whirlwind Trip Through a Monsoon

Four tips for making the most of the rainy season.
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The Two Week Rule: An Arrival Survival Guide

The Two Week Rule: An Arrival Survival Guide

Think you're going to hit the ground running overseas? Think again.
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Studying Abroad in Scotland

Studying Abroad in Scotland

How Bindiya made a semester abroad a financial reality.
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Should I Stay Or Should I Go?

Michelle knows her family—including her teenage son—will be fine while she's in Ghana. So why is it so hard to leave?
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A Historical Tour of Glasgow

A Historical Tour of Glasgow

Bindiya gains some historical context on her new temporary home.
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Planning an Exchange is No Vacation

Going on an academic exchange has always been a lofty fantasy of mine.
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The Post-Erasmus Depression

The Post-Erasmus Depression

I have now been back in Canada for a month. I've been waiting around for something big to happen, a crazy feeling of loss or shock—but nothing has happened.
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