New York. Showtime. Bright Lights. Spinning. Times Square. And the smell of pie tickles my senses… wait, what!? Pie? You bet, my very first Broadway show and the auditorium smells of pie. I’m at the matinee viewing of ‘Waitress’. A new modern, flashy and female empowering musical. And then –flip the switch- I find myself … Continue reading Small Town Girl Takes Over the Big City [Part 2] – September
This is repetition, a new normal, and I love it. Each revolution persuades me, certain as a clock, that I am at home here. At the airport, constantly checking my back pocket for my passport is second nature. In the yellow taxi from JFK into the city, my eyes swivel from window to window, obsessed … Continue reading A new normal – Jasmina Manville
My name is Danial Naqvi and I should be a second-year Human Geography student at QMUL. I say that ‘I should be’, because although for all intents and purposes, I am; I’m currently sitting in the United States of America, in Austin, Texas to be precise. Why? I’m on a study abroad semester at the … Continue reading Studying Abroad at University of Texas – Danial Naqvi
Small Town Girl Takes Over The Big City Part 2.[1] Brunette. Svelte. 5’4. And we’ll keep it at that. For now, all that’s important to know is that I’m embarking on this amazing new journey. A journey that I’d like to take you on as I conquer the Big Apple. I’m an idealist and the … Continue reading Small Town Girl Takes Over The Big City [Part 2]
I spent all summer wondering what life would be like in New York; the city is so infamous that before you arrive there’s an innate sense of familiarity. I researched: restaurants, museums and societies, I wanted to see and do everything. During the months leading up to my arrival I had concocted this romanticised version … Continue reading Arriving in New York – Shola Lee
The two most FAQs I’ve had since returning to the UK are probably: 1. ‘How was America?!’ and 2. ‘Is it weird being back?’ My response to #1 always feels limited. ‘America was good! How was your New Years?’ – It just doesn’t feel suitable. I don’t know how to describe the last four … Continue reading Returning Home – by Charlotte Jones
The most exciting things about Halloween in Britain is the return of Starbucks’ PSL and the turn of weather that makes binge-watching Netflix an acceptable pastime. Even as a child, I remember sitting at home with my family, curtains pulled tight, as we watched films like Bewitched and the Halloweentown series. I believe I went … Continue reading American Celebrations vs British Celebrations: Halloween – by Charlotte
I boarded the Piccadilly Line out of Heathrow on New Year’s Eve and headed east into central London. Over a year ago, I took this ride away from Queen Mary and remember the route through the blurry vision of my teary eyes. This time, I took in my surroundings while sitting on my luggage, and … Continue reading The Return – by Ariana
Mary Scott is our QMUL Study Abroad Vlogger. She has been filming her time at QMUL, as well as her adventures around London and trips further afield! Special thanks goes out to all of Mary Scott's friends who have willingly become her co-stars! Mary Scott is from Davidson College, North Carolina and studied abroad in … Continue reading Vlogs and Videos
Why did you chose to study abroad at QMUL? I Chose to study at Queen Mary largely due to its location in London as well as the fact that it has on campus living, this was a huge factor in my decision. Having accommodation on campus allowed for me to be able to travel within … Continue reading Q and A – Adam from University of Melbourne
Name: Maame Serwaah Degree: BA Politics Destination: Hong Kong When: 2016/17 Institution name: The University of Hong Kong Why did you choose to study abroad? The main reason I wish to study abroad is to develop a greater sense of independence and self-reliance. Being brought up in London, I have always been dependent on my … Continue reading Why I chose to study in Hong Kong – by Maame
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