Hannah Cohan, 2012 North Queensland Sustainability student blogger, writes: Hello blogosphere! Well, it’s early May, and the Australia program starts in mid-June. I should probably do some preparation or something. I still have the pre-departure essays to do, as well as lining up what I need to pack and taking my SCUBA refresher. The number one thing I’m looking forward…
Continue readingIn case you’re sick of that latest book on your iPad, check out the new electronic publication on offer from Australia Unlimited. Australia Unlimited’s free app provides a complimentary monthly magazine that takes a closer look at Australian contributions to global issues. Stories center around Australians making a difference in the world through their art, business acumen, research or humanitarian…
Continue readingWe’re pleased to announce our summer 2012 program bloggers will be: North Queensland, Australia (Sustainability): Hannah Cohan & George Hayward New Zealand (Adventure Tourism): Lily Hislop & Kerri Malone New Zealand & Sydney (Sustainability): Samantha Florio Now in its second year, our student blogger program provides the student perspective on study abroad experiences, adventures and growth. Our bloggers will be…
Continue readingKasha Patel, the Deacons Abroad marketing intern, writes: As many of you are starting to prepare for your study abroad programs, you are probably getting excited for all of the new adventures, places, and animals you will encounter and therefore may temporarily forget that you are taking a class while abroad. However, here are a few easy tips to help…
Continue readingIn addition to your handy packing list provided in your AUIP Program Handbook, alumnus Chris Tom, Buckeyes Abroad marketing intern, has created a video with his top items to ensure you pack. Watch this video and post any questions here you may have about packing tips. [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z5cz5uLe2i4&w=420&h=315]
Continue readingAmanda Wilson, Hokies Abroad marketing intern, shares a worthwhile read for all travelers heading to Australia soon: In his novel In a Sunburned Country, author Bill Bryson shares the story of his Australian travels along the Eastern Coast. Bryson writes of the novelties Australia has to offer from grotesquely large insects and vast tracts of land, to giant statues of…
Continue readingOur friends over at the Australian Trade Commission, located at the Embassy of Australia in Washington, DC, just let us know of a summer marketing internship opportunity. If you’ve studied on one of our Australia programs, then you’re a prime candidate for this position. During your internship, you would assist with market research, student enquiries, website development, online social media,…
Continue readingApril 25 signifies ANZAC Day in Australia and New Zealand. You may wonder what exactly ANZAC Day is. Well, it commemorates the landing of Australian and New Zealand troops at Gallipoli on April 25, 1915 during World War I. The landing in Gallipoli was the first major military action fought by Australian and New Zealand armed forces during World War…
Continue readingWe know we’re a bit biased, but New Zealand truly is an amazing place on this planet. This Pure New Zealand video highlights some reasons to love the world’s youngest country from the unparalleled scenery to the Maori culture to the adventure sports. To all our New Zealand 2012 summer students, we look forward to seeing you here soon! [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AqDvogkBuNk]
Continue readingCalling all Nutella lovers out there! And yes, that includes all the hundreds of students each year on our programs that eat peanut butter and Nutella sandwiches like there’s no tomorrow. If you’re on a budget or just prefer making things from scratch, then check out this Nutella recipe that Sara from our team found online. A Beautiful Mess Blog…
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