Category Archives: Living
Doing an exchange semester abroad: 7 things they do not tell you
Having changed the plan/course of my life significantly from not wanting to pursue higher education to becoming a passionate enthusiast in educational experiences around the globe, I continue to accumulate knowledge and wisdom on the right approach and outlook you … Continue reading
That tunnel I was talking about + Dinner with our Professors
Alright, so I haven’t been posting anything for a long time, and for that I want to ask my buddy Varun for forgiveness! My life’s been pretty crazy right now, but I’m using that time to gain a lot of … Continue reading
Silent Disco and International Peace Day
It was another day and just another meal at the local foodcourt, which is right opposite the School of Information Systems here. I met up with some friends and some unknowns at this foodcourt, out of complete coincidence. We enjoyed … Continue reading
Last Day of Ramadan – bus breakdown + missed flight et. al = fun packed day
So I’ll start my day from iftar two days ago, 8th September. I was taw the Islamic Center of Pittsburgh, a masjid that’s like ten minutes away from my dorm. I took my iPad with me (still thinking of a … Continue reading
A4
I decided to write this post based on a lecture given by our former Dean on Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar. He told us about his experiences in moving to Doha from Pittsburgh, and one of the things he mentioned … Continue reading
Back to School Shopping
I’m sitting in a bus heading towards Target now (thought i’d try using the word processor on my cell phone for once!). This bus is CROWDED – everyone on campus is going there to do their shopping! It’s at this … Continue reading
Shirley Apartments – Home Sweet Home!
I thought I’d take this opportunity to share a bit about my dorm – my home for the next four months! Compared to Education City, where I live is nothing special – but in terms of dorm standards, this place … Continue reading
Orientation and IITS session
All the international exchange students like myself came to a sudden realization that the extended section of their vacation was just beginning, on the day of the orientation. Orientation here was a pretty simple affair: 7-8 people talking about different … Continue reading
Singapore!
I reached the Changi International Airport during a dark sky time on August 7th. I am using the phrase “dark sky time” because I don’t know about you, but whenever I travel long distances and buy some free jet lag … Continue reading
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