At the beginning of this experience, my main goals were to gain practical marketing experience in the sports industry, strengthen my content creation skills, and become more confident working in a professional environment. I also wanted to experience what it was like to live and work in another country while learning how businesses and sports…
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Till next time, Ciao!
When I began this study abroad program in Italy, I had several goals in mind. I wanted to gain practical experience through my internship, develop a better understanding of Italian culture beyond what I could learn in a classroom, and become more confident living and working in a completely different environment. Looking back, I can…
Looking Back on My Time Abroad
It is hard to believe that my time abroad has already come to an end. Looking back at the goals I set for myself before arriving in Sydney, I am proud of how much I have grown both professionally and personally. This experience challenged me in ways I did not expect, introduced me to incredible people,…
“Write” where I belong: reflections from Sydney
Back in my hometown, I am extremely grateful to have made it here safe and surrounded by family. Despite this, I am mourning the fact that Bondi beach isn’t a bus ride away, that I can no longer tell people that I am a journalist, and that this experience in Australia has come to an…
Cheers, London!
Hi everyone! I just finished up my six weeks in London, and I am finally back home! Reflecting on my time in London, I am glad to say I achieved my goals I set in my first post. My three goals for studying abroad were to sightsee as much as I could, gain perspective on…
Back to Being 14 Hours Behind
Our study abroad program has officially come to an end, and it feels like it has gone by in the blink of an eye. Just yesterday, I was waiting at the gate for my flight to depart, and I was full of excitement and jitters just thinking about what being across the world would be…
Soon Saying Goodbye to Sydney
At the start of this experience I decided three goals, these were to have a wider understanding of how business may operate different in different countries and how working for these businesses may differ, gain a better understanding of the challenges of traveling solo and how to overcome some of them so I may be…
Tall Poppies in Sydney
As my time in Australia slowly trickles down (only a week and a half left!), I want to talk about some of the culture and phenomena I have experienced during my time here. Understanding a country’s culture and way of life is crucial to ensuring that you experience it to the fullest, rather than as…
Adapting to Australia
One aspect of Australian culture that I identify with most is the value placed on authenticity and honesty. I have found that Australians tend to be very direct in their communication. While they may not always come across as overly warm or approachable at first, they are usually willing to help when needed and are…
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