The end is finally here, and I’m sad to say goodbye to this experience. After being home for a bit, I’ve been able to more clearly reflect on this opportunity and all the amazing memories I made along the way. During the first week, I set up a few goals for myself that I wanted…
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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…
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…
Past the Postcard: Diving into the Deep Culture of Sydney
One of the most important parts of studying abroad is getting to be immersed in a new culture and way of life, and reflecting on your own. On my first study abroad, Plus 3 Ecuador, we talked a lot about being a traveller versus a tourist, with the key reason being that exploring a country’s…
Adapting to Life in Australia!
Hello! Being a month into my study abroad program, I have been able to experience and learn so much so far. Whether it’s been through my internship, classes, or general exploration of the city, I have learned much about Australian culture and have kept in mind specific differences that stood out to me. During my time here, one of the most noticeable…
Ocean Man, the Crust of a Tan Man Imbibed by the Sand
The parts of Australia that I identify the most with culture wise are waking up early, almost everyone here starts their day rather early and unlike in the US I have been enjoying that aspect. I find that in Sydney specifically the culture is very mixed, where I work and where my classes are at…
“No worries,” I’m still here
I want you to imagine what it’s like to be in front of your boss. Or your professor. Or anyone in a “higher level” than you. Imagine you clear your throat, maybe hold out your hand for a formal shake, and address them with sincerity and respect. Maybe everything coming out of your mouth is…
Beyond the Harbour: Living, Learning & Working in Sydney
Hi again from Sydney! It’s insane to believe that we’re already at the halfway mark of our program. Sydney already feels like a second home, but our time here is beginning to come to an end. We have a ton of things planned for our last few weekends in Aussie, but I wanted to take…
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