If you are looking for ways to keep your New Year Resolution, or just looking for new ways to keep fit then our list of cheap ways to keep fit in 2014 should be right up your alley. We all know that gym memberships and other fitness tools can add up in cost, but there […]
Health & Safety Abroad Category
Blog posts that deal with all matters of health and safety for international travelers and students.
Cheap Ways to Keep Fit in 2014
February 7th, 2014 by Ross MasonFriday the 13th – International Superstitious Dates
December 13th, 2013 by Jennifer FrankelEvery US child knows to be careful of Friday the 13th. Ever since the 19th century, Friday the 13th has been a source of superstition. Several theories have been proposed concerning the origin of the Friday the 13th superstition, including the theory that it combines two already existing superstitions: that 13 is an unlucky number […]
Homesick? Here are 5 Ways to Overcome It
December 6th, 2013 by Jennifer FrankelWhile studying abroad can seem exciting at first, you may realize soon after your arrival that you are distressed and sad about leaving home. After all, everything normal and routine is gone. Your family and friends are far away. And you may find yourself having a more difficult adjustment than you expected. Here are 5 […]
Before You Study Abroad Don’t Forget To…
October 25th, 2013 by Bryanna DavisThe trip that you’ve been dreaming of for years is finally here – not just a week cruise or weekend road trip, but a whole semester or year of cultural exploration! It’s time to study abroad, but before you do, don’t forget the following: Know where you are going It may seem obvious, but with […]
5 Tips to Getting a Better Night’s Sleep
September 25th, 2013 by Jennifer FrankelHow well you sleep at night can greatly affect how you feel during your waking hours. If you feel sluggish or moody during the day, it could well be because you are not getting a good enough sleep at night. Many times, the secret to improving your sleeping habits can be found in your daily […]
Top 5 Mistakes To Avoid As A New International Student
August 19th, 2013 by Ross MasonThe start of the new school year is right upon us, and for many international students you will be trying to settle in, registering for all your classes and attending orientation sessions. It could also be the first time many students have been abroad, and away from your family/ friends and everything that is familiar. […]
Navigating the US Healthcare System Video
August 14th, 2013 by Ross MasonPerhaps one of the most frequently asked questions we hear from students and schools alike, is that there are not enough resources available for international students to learn about navigating the US healthcare system. Probably one of the most complex systems in the world, we find many students are unsure of how to seek treatment […]
Top 5 Study Abroad Health and Safety Apps
July 26th, 2013 by Ross MasonSmart phones are all over the place now, and as the cost of international roaming starts to gradually fall (as is happening within the EU), and with the rise in cheap local sim cards – we are finding that more and more students are taking their smartphones with them when they travel. Not only is […]
