A leap of faith: How an int’l student escaped a cult
When Seb* an international student from the Philippines first arrived here, the last thing on her mind was being indoctrinated into a cult. Find out her story and how she escaped.
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Behind the fun: What it’s like to be part of a university club committee
Being a part of uni club committees can be demanding and stressful, despite this many still find it a worthy experience. Jensen Ooi, our resident club junkie explains how it was the highlight of his time in University.
Not your average bubble tea places in the CBD
Jensen Ooi explores Melbourne’s best not-so-known bubble tea joints. So grab your metal straws and ready your camera apps…you’ll thank us later!
Digging deep into an international student’s Instagram
The international student experience is often one of wonderful memory making. For most, a quick flick through Instagram shows a merry time. But how much of this is true? Jensen Ooi delves in and unpicks the realities of aesthetic grams.
Housemates: A curse or a blessing?
Francisco Arminger Shares his conversation with his friends about the conundrums of living with housemates, and why if everyone should try it.
The Five Stages of Queer Love
Are the stages of falling in love the same for everyone? Emily Hua explores how queer love might differ.
Pet lions and Louis Vuitton handbags: Are all international students massively rich?
Are all international students as rich as everyone seems to think so? Do such perceptions lead to negative stereotyping? Trinity College Foundation Studies student Shahad Aldabal finds out.
What meditation taught me about being an international student
How can meditation help students learn to identify their shortcomings and adapt in a new study environment? Monash College student My Nguyen shares with Meld her personal story.
Student stories: What marching on International Women’s Day taught me about activism
In early March, Nicole Wong rallied alongside other women in support of her gender on International Women’s Day. Read what the experience meant for her as an international student from Malaysia.
An Australian perspective: Remembering my year living with international students
Perth-native Isabella Foster moved to Melbourne to study in 2016 and she lived with international students during her first year of uni. Read Isabella’s story on why this first year was an world-opening experience for her.
Why international students love studying abroad
What do you love most about studying abroad? Trinity College Foundation Studies students Dengke ‘Derek’ Xu and Chaojie ‘Jared’ Pan investigate.
Everything’s fine: Why parents of international students need to worry less
Three international students describe their relationship with their parents to Trinity College Foundation Studies students Chen Galen Pinshieh, Ruixin ‘Claire’ Cai, Jiayi ‘Eleanor’ Liu and Qiqi ‘Lily’ Li.