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Final Year
Posted on: 10 June 2023 BY: AVandeling
I can’t even begin where and how to sum up my four years of college experience in this blog but let’s just say it has been the best thing to ever happen to me. I’m glad that I made this decision coming here to study and live far from home. It was definitely a bittersweet decision to leave my h…
Embracing Cultural Connections: My Friendship Family Experience at Northwest College
Posted on: 05 May 2023 BY: AMaria
At Northwest College, the spirit of cultural exchange thrives through the Friendship Family program. This unique initiative pairs international students with local families, providing them with an opportunity to immerse themselves in American culture and form lasting connections. Through this progra…
AMERICAN CHRISTMAS TRADITIONS
Posted on: 03 April 2023 BY: EVasconselos
Hey, I’m back again! It’s been a while since I wrote my last blog. In this blog, I’m going to write about how I celebrated my last Christmas here in the US, it was another dream being fulfilled! Remember my friend Amelia who invited me over during summer, well last Christmas she invited me ov…
A Road Trip to Remember: Exploring Wyoming's Hidden Gems
Posted on: 14 March 2023 BY: AMaria
Spring break, a time of adventure , presented the perfect opportunity for a memorable road trip from Powell to Casper, Wyoming. Accompanied by my college friend Sable, we set out to explore the diverse landscapes and charming towns along the way. Passing through Thermopolis and Shoshoni, we embarked…
IT'S ONLY GETTING BUSIER
Posted on: 10 February 2023 BY: ASoares
I honestly lost track of time. While writing this blog, I realized that this is already my second year in the U.S pursuing my degree in my host institution. As people say, it is true that when you are busy studying what you love, time goes by so fast, and I am ready for what is coming next semester.…
Taste the Nation
Posted on: 07 February 2023 BY: AMaria
Taste The Nation Located in northwest of Wyoming, Powell, the home of Northwest College and the home to 73 International students. Every year, to celebrate the diversity that the college has, the International Office organize an event called Taste the Nation. Taste the Nation is an event where al…
Trip to Seattle
Posted on: 07 February 2023 BY: AMaria
Seattle – Washington In the beginning of this year, I start with a road trip from Waterloo, Montana to the rainy state, Seattle Washington. It took us 8 hours to drive to Tukwila, Seattle. Along the way, the view was beautiful! From the forest covered in snow along the way in Missoula to Idaho. …
Culture-should about Gender Identity in the United States
Posted on: 01 February 2023 BY: NMarques
Nelson’s Blog: Culture-Shock about Gender Identity. As an international student in the United States, there are several experiences and challenges that you might encounter during your stay. Culture shock: Moving to a new country can be exciting, but it can also be overwhelming. You may feel out …
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