Author: EDROPKIN

Studying abroad in Australia has been arguably one of the best experiences in my life! Now that I am back home in the United States, I can reflect on some of the details of the culture in Australia. The largest difference I have noticed between Australia and America is the active nightlife. The prevalence of…

The prevalence of a very social party scene was something I definitely had to get used to. While exploring my new ability to legally go out to bars and clubs, I was not expecting to be going out every week, this includes week days. While not everyone on campus thinks this way, it appeared as…

I am absolutely loving my time here in Australia but it does not come without some struggles. The biggest adjustment I have had to make is completing all of my tasks that require a store or business before 4 in the afternoon. While some grocery stores are open till about 7 or 8, all of…

One aspect of the U.S. culture is the reliance on meal plans at college. It is very common for a college student to have some kind of meal plan while on campus. The college I attend in America offers an unlimited swipe plan, a 15-swipe plan, a 10-swipe plan, or a 5-swipe plan if the…