Studying abroad can be seen as synonym for ‘making memories of a lifetime’. Everyday a new adventure, a new story, a new memory - How are you supposed to capture & remember all of it?
How to Deal with Loneliness During Erasmus?
Not Tinder. But let’s take it more seriously. If you find it difficult to deal with leaving your close ones behind and building up new relationships from ground zero, loneliness can be a serious awry of your exchange. When you are not easy with making friends in the beginning of the exchange, you might start... Continue Reading →
Were you there? These were the greatest moments of the Mentor Week
What a week! From 11th to 14th of September, new internationals in Utrecht had a chance to participate in the Mentor Week, when they join two mentors and a group of other internationals to partake in several fun activities throughout the week. Since different groups did different things in different days, and the rain was... Continue Reading →
Goodbye Memory Ideas
Cheerio My 'Dutch' Family It is now the final week of Erasmus before SSH kicks us all out ready for our summer take over students. Many have already returned home and tears are being shared among those who remain. What follows are some suggestions towards your Erasmus memories! Dutch Flag In England, and perhaps other... Continue Reading →
ESN VIDEOBLOG#2 Allie’s experience abroad
This video is made by Allison Young, who is studying abroad here in Utrecht. Since the start of the semester, she's been part of a mentor group which did a lot of cool stuff together in and around Utrecht. Allison is studying media and has always enjoyed editing and watching videos. The JoCo asked Allie... Continue Reading →
Behind the scenes – spring covershoot
It’s the 6th of March. We are lucky because spring is in the air! We chose a perfect day: a blue sky with a few clouds, a beautiful garden with lovely purple flowers and the sun that shone regularly. We are shooting our new cover for the spring edition of the ABROAD magazine! The shoot is... Continue Reading →