A playlist to listen to when you’re missing home — no matter where home is
Here’s a playlist to listen to when you’re in those feels, and you want to be reminded of everything you love about home.
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Author Archives: Salma Sarkis
Rise and shine: Where to find an early breakfast in Berkeley
If you’re not a fan of brunch on weekends, and you’re more of an early breakfast person, don’t panic. Thankfully, there are plenty of options out there!
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Around the world in 1 day: Exploring Dubai Expo 2020
With more than 200 pavilions occupying an enormous space — twice the size of Monaco — the expo is basically a trip around the world.
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5 things I’m doing differently this semester
I’ve been reflecting on the personal and academic changes that I’d like to implement into the semester, and I’m determined to accomplish my top five goals.
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How to entertain yourself during your next long flight
As an international student, I’ve had my fair share of long flights. Although they may not be the most pleasurable, they’ve gotten easier over time.
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Facing my 3 biggest fears in 3 days
We’ve heard the phrase “face your fears,” so, last week, I decided to challenge myself and face my three biggest fears in only three days.
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Things to do when you don’t feel like doing anything at all
The key here is to look for the things that you don’t want to have looming over you when you are finally ready to put your head down and start studying.
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What to do in the awkward hour between classes
60 minutes is too long to grab a snack, but not enough to walk back to my dorm, go to the library or try to get some meaningful work done.
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Tips for privacy, communication while living in the dorms
Here are some ways that you can establish some privacy when it feels like everything in your life is shared.
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How to plan the perfect day trip during Thanksgiving break
As a natural-born planner, I’ll never turn down an offer to create a detailed itinerary, so I thought I’d share my approach to planning the perfect day-trip.
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