By Erin S.

Published Nov. 6, 2024

What a month it’s been! With the semester nearing its end, it’s officially time to buckle down and commit to full-on study mode from dawn to dusk. Well… mostly! Melbourne’s spring warmth brings plenty of fun parties and campus activities that make it tempting to trade in textbooks for time outdoors. We even had a…

By Ethan M.

Published Oct. 28, 2024

During my first week in Melbourne, I connected with an amazing group of international students from universities around the world. Together, we've built unforgettable memories, and our diverse little group is a reflection of the global adventure I’m on, including an Italian, a German, a Brit, a Mexican, a Pole, and me, of course representing…

By Erin S.

Published Oct. 8, 2024

Lately, my life has felt like a tug-of-war between school assignments and the adventures waiting outside my door. I mean, how am I supposed to focus on group projects and 2,000-word papers when all I can think about is my next trip? The more assignments pile up, the more my mind drifts off to places…

By Ethan M.

Published Sept. 26, 2024

Since I last posted, Australia has been such an amazing experience full of city exploration, gorgeous beaches, ocean views, and encounters with tons of wildlife. In this post, we will explore Phillip Island, just one of the countless incredible experiences I've had in Australia so far. So, where to start? Phillip Island, a small island…

By Ethan M.

Published Sept. 9, 2024

Hello from down under! So far, Melbourne has been an amazing experience full of fun, friends and activities. Growing up, I always knew I wanted to study abroad, and for the past few years, that dream has been focused on Australia. My short time here has proven that Melbourne is everything I could have dreamed…

By Erin S.

Published Sept. 5, 2024

https://flic.kr/p/2qfB3Mo The view from exploring the beaches Surfing has been a passion of mine since eighth grade. I have done everything I can to learn to surf despite living 16 hours from the ocean. I have come to Australia in search great people, delicious coffee, advanced studies and hungry for some sick surf. A weekend…

By Erin S.

Published Aug. 7, 2024

https://flic.kr/p/2q8kKyn Bells Beach Hello from Melbourne! It's hard to believe it's already been a month since I landed in Australia for my exchange program. As a first-time international traveler, the journey was packed with excitement, challenges, and a fair share of surprises. Here's a peek into my first few weeks Down Under! Coffee: Liquid treasure…

By Brea W.

Published July 10, 2024

Goodbyes are never easy but when you fall in love with a place that is 22 hours away it's impossible. I’ve come to terms with the fact that leaving Australia is a necessity because I’m a senior graduating in May. Thankfully for me, I won’t have to say goodbye, I will say see you later.…

By Arden S.

Published July 9, 2024

My time in Australia unfortunately has come to an end. After taking my last final, I lived in denial for a while over the fact that I would be flying home in just three short weeks. This semester has been jam-packed with amazing food, beautiful sights, spending time in tropical Queensland, and lots of goodbyes.…

By Brea W.

Published June 10, 2024

If you had told my five-year-old self that I would be living out my Finding Nemo fantasy as a 21-year-old college student, I would have jumped up and down and asked how I ended up in Sydney. When I applied to study abroad I was stuck between two cities one of which was London and…