Category Archives: Singapore
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
Nach Le’s Salsa performance
Nach Le is the name of the dance club I am with. Here is a glimpse of our first Salsa performance at Diwali Night. While we are not particularly good, you will notice that we do manage to pull it … Continue reading
TATA :)
Has your mommy ever told you that when you plan for something, and prep really hard, you kinda don’t get it? But when you don’t plan, and don’t think too hard about it, you do??! No?! Okie, screw you, my … Continue reading
So you think you can fly kites?
October 2nd 2010, yet another birthday anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, marked the beginning of a week long of recess break for me, for this Fall semester. And in what better way could I begin the celebrations than by doing something … 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
Jalan Jalan Makan
So, what do those words mean? A rather absurd title for a blogpost, eh? Okie, let me make things a little simple for you. Jalan translates to walking, and Makan translates to eating in Mandarin Malay (thanks, Aysha!). So Jalan … 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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