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Christmas lights lining trees down a long street.

Celebrating the Holidays Abroad #JoyAtUofT

Posted on: February 15, 2019 Last updated on: February 15, 2019 Written by: Emi Comments: 0
When I hear the word “joy,” the first thing I think of is the holiday season. This week for #JoyAtUofT, I’d like to share how I spent the “the most wonderful time of the year” abroad. While being on exchange…
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Work-Life Balance on Exchange?

Posted on: February 11, 2019 Last updated on: February 11, 2019 Written by: RachelC Comments: 0
The term “Work-life balance” is increasingly used to describe a fully employed adult, who drudges through an 8-hour work day, but also is able to come home to spend time with their spouse and children. While I am FAR from…
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Sunny day on UTokyo campus in the early morning.

Surviving Exam Season: Japan Edition

Posted on: February 7, 2019 Last updated on: February 7, 2019 Written by: Emi Comments: 0
On January 28th at 10:00 PM JST, I jumped for joy and started playing “Freedom! ‘90” on full blast. At this moment, I submitted the final assignment of my first semester at the University of Tokyo. Due to the different…
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How I Prepared For Exchange

Posted on: February 4, 2019 Last updated on: February 4, 2019 Written by: RachelC Comments: 0
Coming at you live from Gare de L’est Station in Paris after just missing my train for a weekend trip, I don’t feel as though I’m prepared for exchange—but is readiness really the issue? After a 30-minute phone call rant…
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A photo of trees lining a pathway, and leaves on the ground at the UTokyo campus.

When in Rome, do as Romans do

Posted on: December 7, 2018 Last updated on: December 7, 2018 Written by: Emi Comments: 0
Whether it’s a favourite brand of facewash or a go-to morning breakfast, everyone has their ritual daily comforts. In preparation for my year abroad, I didn’t hesitate to load my suitcase full of favourite things from home. While packing up,…
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A photo taken from my dorm last year.

My LDR with Clubs at U of T

Posted on: November 29, 2018 Last updated on: November 29, 2018 Written by: Emi Comments: 0
One of my favourite parts about being a university student is taking part in clubs on campus. Back at U of T, I participate in the UTJA (University of Toronto Japan Association), and PCJS (Peace, Conflict, and Justice Society). While…
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Broiled tuna head on a plate on a table surrounded by other small dishes.

“Only” a Year: Making the Most of My Time Abroad

Posted on: November 22, 2018 Last updated on: February 7, 2019 Written by: Emi Comments: 0
When I first told my Grandma the details of my exchange to Tokyo, she exclaimed “Only a year? That’s too short!” Her reaction surprised me. A full year? I thought, if anything, that’s a bit long. But in retrospect, my…
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Best Tourist Activities in Buenos Aires

Posted on: November 19, 2018 Last updated on: November 19, 2018 Written by: adara Comments: 0
So your spending your semester and or year abroad in Buenos Aires, having a good time, when you get the call. Family (or friends) will be coming to visit. Here are the essential tourist activities I would take my loved…
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Turkey on a dinner table with table settings.

Thanksgiving in Tokyo

Posted on: November 15, 2018 Last updated on: November 14, 2018 Written by: Emi Comments: 0
Studying abroad means constantly learning. Not always by sitting in class or studying at the library, but in daily interactions. Every day is an opportunity for cultural exchange– embarrassing myself during conversations, listening to my obachan talk about etiquette, and…
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Studying Abroad: Living with a Host Family

Posted on: November 1, 2018 Last updated on: November 9, 2018 Written by: Emi Comments: 0
Hello, Life @ U of T readers! My name is Emi, and I am this semester’s Study Abroad Blogger!  I am a third-year specialist in Peace, Conflict and Justice at Victoria College. You may remember me as a Student Life…
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