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The American Election Through the Eyes of an International Student
November 9, 2020
It's been an interesting time being in a blue dot in a rather red area of the country.
Things to Learn about American Culture
February 11, 2020
A few things that are super important to learn before you arrive in the United States.
Swimming in America vs Australia
January 12, 2020
As I assume it is with all sports, swimming in America runs a lot differently to the way it does in Australia. I also assume that this difference is uniquely American, and as such will be different...
My Trips to the Big Apple
January 2, 2020
One of the biggest things on my American College bucket list: Spend time in New York City. I was luckily invited by my friend's family in New Jersey to spend Christmas with them, as I was not...
Oberlin and Beyond: Audrey Tran '22
December 30, 2019
This is the first edition of Oberlin and Beyond, a series in which I will interview Oberlin students, faculty, and alumni to capture their personal Oberlin experience.
Thanksgiving: An American tradition no other country understands
December 9, 2019
As an international student, I knew only of Thanksgiving from American movies and other pop culture, and I was incredibly excited to experience the event for myself.
Homecoming: What even is it?
November 7, 2019
Homecoming is a foreign concept that I had only seen in movies and American pop culture.
Introduction to Oberlin life through the eyes of an international student
October 28, 2019
I am very far from home.
The Long Journey – Advice from one international student to another
October 18, 2019
I’ve only been here a month, and I already know it’s the best decision I’ve ever made.
A Farewell to Home
January 11, 2016
Time marches on, circumstances change, and suddenly home isn't home anymore...
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