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Library: Rick Steves says study abroad is necessity

February 8, 2012

Most of us know that Rick Steves as an expert on European travel. What you may not know is that he’s a huge supporter of study abroad. Steves wrote an opinion piece in USA Today  on January 19 to make the case that study abroad is a crucial investment in preparing our nation’s future generations. He wrote, “If we want…

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2011 Student Blogs, New Zealand, Student Perspective

Student Perspective: Christchurch lives on after devastating earthquakes

February 7, 2012

Breeana Laughlin, the 2011 New Zealand and Sydney Sustainable Business student blogger, writes: Much of my initial experience with Kiwis is that they come across as worry-free. But New Zealand residents have had to deal with some very difficult situations in the past year. Their strength and hope is inspiring and is helping them get through this hard time. More…

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Library: Lonely Planet visits Christchurch!

January 27, 2012

Let’s be honest, life in Christchurch was rather boring following the February 2011 earthquake! All of the bars, restaurants, movie theaters, etc. located in the central city, and many located out in the suburbs, were closed down or demolished due to damage. However, the past few months has seen a resurgence of these establishments as businesses relocate and reinvent themselves….

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2011 Student Blogs, Green Living, New Zealand, Student Perspective

Student Perspective: South Island’s sustainable businesses and locations inspire student

January 26, 2012

Breeana Laughlin, the 2011 New Zealand and Sydney Sustainable Business student blogger, writes: On the South Island of New Zealand, students from Grizzlies Abroad and Eagles Abroad, including myself, had the privilege of participating in some amazing adventures. We kayaked off the shores of a majestic national park. We glided through the water, taking in the spectacular sights and sounds…

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2011 Student Blogs, New Zealand, Student Perspective

Student Perspective: New Zealand blogger is going to miss country ‘more than I could’ve ever imagined’

January 25, 2012

Adrienne Vita, the 2011 New Zealand Sustainability student blogger, writes: On our second to last day in New Zealand we did the Dolphin Encounter. Now, I refuse to pick a favorite activity that we did because I’ve come to the conclusion that it’s impossible to do so.  But the dolphin day is definitely one of the top activities that I…

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2011 Student Blogs, New Zealand

Student Perspective: Students learn how NZ businesses are adopting the triple bottom line idea

January 16, 2012

Breeana Laughlin, the 2011 New Zealand and Sydney Sustainable Business student blogger, writes: In AUIP’s sustainable business course, we are learning about important concepts New Zealand businesses are incorporating into their everyday practices. One important approach New Zealand businesses are adopting is called the triple bottom line. Businesses who abide by the triple bottom line put value not only on…

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2011 Student Blogs, New Zealand

Student Perspective: Milford Sound and Queenstown- highlights of the south for one student blogger

January 11, 2012

Adrienne Vita, the 2011 New Zealand Sustainability student blogger, writes: Last Wednesday, we went to Milford Sound and took a boat cruise around the fresh, blue water. On the cruise, there was a man over the loud speaker who was giving very interesting facts about how it was created. I learned that Milford Sound was actually misnamed a sound and…

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2011 Student Blogs, New Zealand

Student Perspective: Some notable differences between US and NZ everyday life

January 9, 2012

Breeana Laughlin, the 2011 New Zealand and Sydney Sustainable Business student blogger, writes: In my first few days in New Zealand, I learned the Kiwis like to do things a little bit differently. – They talk in a strange way that makes you smile. – The shape of their electrical plug ins prevents you from using your so-called necessities – hair dryer, laptop…

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2011 Student Blogs, Field Notes, New Zealand, Student Perspective

Student Perspective: New Zealand program trumps all other adventures

January 3, 2012

Adrienne Vita, the 2011 New Zealand Sustainability student blogger, writes: Just after four days at Lincoln University, I found myself ringing in the New Year with locals in Christchurch. It was an extremely different experience and a great way to talk to people about their daily lives in New Zealand. After chatting with a few people, the blunt question of…

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