Universities across the world have their own exam traditions and superstitions that come with the promise of exam success.
Whether you believe them or not, it's interesting to see what kind of traditions have been passed down across generations of students on university campuses.
However, it's important to note that you won't ace your exams simply by following these superstitions - nothing can replace hard work, preparation and a few good study sessions.
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As communities transition out of the restrictions introduced in response to Covid-19, universities are once again able to celebrate their multiculturalism with face-to-face learning. This return is particularly celebrated by the Università della Svizzera italiana (USI), one of the most international institutions in Europe.
I am originally from Wisconsin in the US and I have been living and working in South Korea since 2009.
I moved here to be an English instructor and while working at a high school in Seoul I studied for my master’s degree online at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC). My MA is in global studies in education.
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For those only just stumbling upon my story, I have blogged extensively for the THE Student over the last four years under the title “Brits in America.”
I documented my journey through Harvard University as an international student from the UK, offering small snapshots of this selective world.
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For a more inclusive future, it may first be necessary to tell more inclusive stories of the past. Charlotte Barratt, who received her PhD from the University of Leicester in October, examined people’s experiences at a local history museum.
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Since Covid-19 disrupted our lives in 2020, there has been a spike in people learning new languages. But as the world begins to adjust to a post-Covid future, many students are beginning to look at studying abroad in 2022.
If you are getting ready to head overseas, take the time to brush up on your skills before you go. Follow these four methods to improve your English, including study tips and online resources:
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Futures are made at universities, and Kyushu University in Japan is taking an innovative approach to equipping students with the skills to make an impact on the global stage.
I was born and raised in Kenya and did my undergraduate degree in gender and development studies at Egerton University.
While growing up, the idea of studying in the US was something I could only dream about. It just didn’t seem possible.