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I am someone who appreciate people and the relationships you can make with people more then going to a world renowned attraction. Madison, Wisconsin was the perfect place for this. A student town in middle America it was the best 6 months of my life.
Joe
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Campus Life
The town revolved around the university, everything you need is in walking distance.
Campus Facilities:
The University is so big and in the middle of town that the town revolves around the university. The only downside was not being able to stay on campus which was hard to find outside accommodation particularly for only 6 months. This is really hard for the July to December semester as rent is much higher in these 6 months.
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Have to stay in and around campus.
Sports:
Great social sport program known as intra mural sport. I was apart of an exchange mixed football and soccer team as well as a frat football team.
Societies:
There were many societies that you could definetely become a part of. I joined a fraternity and loved it.
Accommodation
You cant stay on campus most of the time as they prioritise domestic students. This was hard to find other housing especially only on a 6 month lease.
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I spent alot and travelled around quite a bit.
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I did not personally, other people did but by getting out and doing things you will miss home less!
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Visa:
quite time consuming
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Subject Timetabling
Easy
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Student Card
Easy
Application Process
Quite time consuming but straight forward
Region / Travel Options
Trip 1
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Trip 3
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Country
Largest country in the world
Events / Celebrations:
College football days are the biggest events of the year for the university
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Work During Abroad?
true
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Is an expensive country to travel
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The locals were very nice an accommodating, an accent works wonders.
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What was the Food Like?
Standard American food, pizza burgers and sandwiches.
Safety / Security / Health
Yes very big student town everyone is a student
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You have to get the universitys insurance which is expensive about $800 USD along side your travel insurance. However, the services provided were good I broke my hand and had a few check ups and they were all great to use.
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Growth and Memories
Simply by living out of home and thousands of miles away from anyone I knew is dauntign but as long as you take advantage of every situation people are welcoming and accomodating.
Memories:
The most fun I have ever had. I now have friends all over the US and the world. Something I would reccomedn is really making great firnds with other people on exchange as they during holidays want to travle and see other parts of the country where as americans will usually go home for the breaks or work and have other commitments. Exchange students are always up for a good time and to try something new!
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I joined a fraternity for the 6 months i was there that was the most fun id ever had. It wasn't just partying although a large part but feeding homeless, social formals, religious events, Drama performances with sorioties there is something for everyone. Having an accent is also really good.
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Say yes to everything and make an effort to meet new people. Especially do this early in the semester where everyone doesn't know anyone.
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Looking Back at My Experience...
Originally unsure whether I would study abroad with all the unknowns, I was extremely close to not applying. In the end, exchange was THE BEST thing that I have pushed myself to do - I got to live in another country, meet global friends, travel to nearby countries, make life-long memories and in general have a great time, all while studying! I still can't believe I almost missed out on this opportunity simply because I was too 'unsure' to apply - do not make the same mistake. Hopefully sharing my experience helps!
What I Liked Most:
The people I met. Making some great friends early on I had a number of different people to mingle with and go out with.
Start Date:
31 July 2019
End Date:
26 December 2019
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Improved:
I think having more events run by the university for all the exchange students could be good.
Orientation/Onboarding:
The orientation was good but it stopped after the O-week more events run by the university could have been good.
How My Home Institution Prepared Me:
They were great, while a lot of the forms were difficult and hard to process Macquarie were always available and helpful.