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News Brief: New Zealand’s education system ranked the best in the world

February 1, 2011

The Legatum Prosperity Index are ratings that have been published by Britain’s Legatum Institute which is attempting to produce different kinds of indices to mainstream economic scales. The Prosperity Index ranks 110 nations and includes both material wealth and quality of life for each country. New Zealand received its number one ranking due to high enrollment rates in primary, secondary…

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Library: Follow National Geographic’s Where’s Andrew

January 28, 2011

We found a great new blog to follow on the National Geographic website. It follows Andrew the National Geographic nomad on his travels around Australia. Every day there are blog posts updating his trip as well as a photo clue and caption of an exact location on his travels which readers are encouraged to submit their guesses as to where it…

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What Next: Job opening at Embassy of Australia

January 26, 2011

Calling all those in the field of international education! Look no further for an ideal job opening. The Australian Trade Commission’s Washington, D.C. office, located in the Australian Embassy, seeks an Assistant Education Manager. The self-motivated candidate would be promoting Australia as an overseas education and training destination. Previous experience in Australia is a plus, but not required. Other job…

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News Brief: G’Day USA: Australia Week kicks off

January 19, 2011

To highlight Australia’s strengths as an innovative, sophisticated economy, G’Day USA is a two-week multi-city event displaying Australian business, food, film and tourism. The events focus on Australia as a place to visit and a place to do business in today’s world. The Australian World Bank Water Forum discussing water as a vital resource and issues of living with climate…

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Library: Students ban bottled water

November 17, 2010

We caught sight of an article Dr. Paige Schneider, co-director of Pirates Abroad programs, posted on her Facebook wall and had to share it with everyone. The New York Times article “Banning the Bottle” states 86 percent of plastic water bottles end up as garbage in the United States. That’s quite a daunting fact, especially considering all the other ugly…

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What Next: Embassy of Australia marketing internship available

November 12, 2010

Looking for something worthwhile to do in the coming months? Look no further! The Embassy of Australia is offering an Education Marketing Internship in the 2011 winter/spring. The intern will be hired for six months to work four to five days per week and receive a $1000 stipend. You must have completed at least three years of college and have…

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News Brief: Clemson lists their study abroad top ten

November 11, 2010

Recognizing the abundance of merits of study abroad can reinforce its importance. Our partner Clemson University recently released their study abroad catalog, which includes their Study Abroad Top Ten list. Here are study abroad’s top qualities, according to Clemson’s Office of International Affairs: 10. Expand your horizons 9. Explore new cultures & places 8. Gain new perspectives 7. Make new…

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Australia: North Queensland, Australia: South Queensland, Field Notes

Field Notes: Platypus spotting provides a challenge and surprise

November 5, 2010

Can you name what’s on the reverse side of a standard twenty-cent Australia coin? That’s right, the platypus! Spending 10 to 12 hours each day in the water and diving about 75 times per hour, the platypus (Ornithorhynchus anatinus) certainly qualifies as a water lover. North Queensland and South Queensland students accompany their field guides for the opportunity to spot…

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What Next: VT North Queensland 2010 reunion continues bonds

October 28, 2010

With potluck dishes abound from baked brie to crab dip and from ice cream cake to pumpkin cupcakes, Dr. Lori Blanc’s Blacksburg home was filled with delicious smells this past Sunday afternoon. And with 18 students from her Virginia Tech North Queensland 2010 study abroad group laughing and recounting memories, the house couldn’t have been filled with more excitement. During…

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Library: YouTube video series addresses health and safety

October 25, 2010

Getting ready to study or travel abroad in the South Pacific? Are you – or your parents – concerned about your health and well-being? Fortunately, the South Pacific is a relatively safe travel destination, according to the Global Peace Index (GPI), New Zealand is your best bet for a risk-free destination. However, even seasoned travelers will undoubtedly experience something new….

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