AUIP BLOG

Category

2012-13 Interns

2012-13 Interns, New Zealand, Student Perspective, Suitcase

Suitcase: 4 ways to stay connected while abroad

Katie McCoy, the Illinois Abroad marketing intern, writes: Whilst overseas, you’ll inevitably want to update friends and family back home on your latest adventures. Your parents will want to hear about your breathtaking hikes and what you are learning. And you’ll want to tell your friends about the local rugby game you attended and the hip café you discovered in…

Continue reading
2012-13 Interns, Library, New Zealand, Student Perspective

Library: Rembering New Zealand’s dolphin swims, fur seal enounters and gorgeous hikes

AUIP‘s Wolfpack Abroad 2012-13 marketing intern at North Carolina State University reflects on his 2012 New Zealand study abroad program in which their group encountered dusky dolphins, fur seals and various birds and tramped (that’s Kiwi for hiked) trails throughout the South Island. [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ur80xTbnHJk&feature=share&list=UUB5bJv3jXOXtBYd9xNR_Jtg&hl=en_US&w=560&h=315]

Continue reading
2012-13 Interns, New Zealand, Student Perspective, The Fact Files

The Fact Files: Engage with locals to obtain culture abroad

Brett Davis, the Eagles Abroad marketing intern, writes: Studying abroad is an absolutely life changing experience, but how do I truly learn about the culture abroad? That’s a great question. A little background behind why this topic is important to me: As a junior in high school, I was able to visit my cousin in Japan. The one thing I…

Continue reading
2012-13 Interns, Australia: North Queensland, Field Notes, Student Perspective

Field Notes: Keep a journal to record memories for further reflection

Tessa Arnold, the Hokies Abroad marketing intern, writes: I am a strong believer that every person that studies abroad should keep a journal with them at all times. You may think that you will be tired of writing due to your coursework, but trust me, it’s worth it! I tried to write in my journal every night before bed so…

Continue reading
2012-13 Interns, Student Perspective, Suitcase

Suitcase: Prepare your luggage, carry-on and important documents before heading overseas

Krysta Frye, the Deacons Abroad marketing intern, writes: When I was preparing to study abroad on AUIP’s South Queensland, Australia program, I wish I would have had someone to tell me the inside scoop on what to pack, what to buy when you arrive and how to remain organized throughout the stay. I managed to do alright, but if I…

Continue reading
2012-13 Interns, Antarctica, Australia: North Queensland, Australia: Northern Territory, Australia: South Queensland, Australia: Sydney, Fiji, New Zealand, Student Perspective, Suitcase

Suitcase: Simple tips for saving money whilst abroad

Robert Smith, the Wolfpack Abroad marketing intern, writes: A lot of people agree that traveling is an exciting experience, and those same people would also agree that it is not exactly low-cost. So, I offer you my few simple money saving tips for studying abroad on a budget: Know the currency – The destination’s currency is something to keep an…

Continue reading
2012-13 Interns, Australia: South Queensland, Student Perspective, The Fact Files

The Fact Files: Lady Elliot Island provides ideal classroom for Great Barrier Reef environmental epiphany

Krysta Frye, the Deacons Abroadmarketing intern, discusses her time on Lady Elliot Island in South Queensland, Australia and what she learned from the Great Barrier Reef:   If you’re like the old me, when you think of Australia’s Great Barrier Reef you imagine little Nemo swimming through beautiful underwater jungles, pristine seas, and dynamic corals that extend miles into the…

Continue reading
2012 Student Blogs, 2012-13 Interns, Student Perspective, Suitcase

Suitcase: Select hassle-free rain gear, footwear and luggage

Robert Smith, the Wolfpack Abroad marketing intern, writes: Studying abroad in the South Pacific is amazing, but there is something to keep in mind when preparing to travel abroad: It is important to be equipped with the right gear. You will be seeing and doing countless exciting things, so you do not want to worry about getting wet, wearing uncomfortable…

Continue reading
2012-13 Interns, Australia: Sydney, New Zealand, Student Perspective

Student Perspective: Study abroad classmates become friends, family and roommates

Jordan Pringle, the Grizzlies Abroad marketing intern, writes: Hi! My name is Jordan Pringle, and I am the new University of Montana Grizzlies Abroad Marketing Intern. I made everlasting friendships last winter when I studied abroad in New Zealand and Sydney over our winter-session semester. I am beyond excited to share my memories and stories with you. At first, I…

Continue reading
2012-13 Interns, Australia: Sydney, New Zealand, Student Perspective, Suitcase

Suitcase: A guide to picking a suitable digital camera and knowing when to take photos

Hannah Strange, the Florida Down Under marketing intern, writes: When leaving the house the majority of us will do a quick check of essentials; wallet, phone, and keys. When going on a trip we add a couple of things to that list, our passport and the absolutely crucial, necessary, cannot-live-without-it gadget: our camera. Whether it be a DSLR, digital, or…

Continue reading