New Future Unlimited Video

Can you tell how the video producers filmed the students? I figured it out about halfway through. Very clever, but what else do you expect from those Aussies.

 

Australia Through Instagram

 After skimming the first few pages of the Lonely Planet Australia guide, I came across a "Top 25 Experiences" section. Although I didn't do nearly half of the 25, I scored an impressive six out of seven on the top things to do in Australia. I've enlisted the lovely Instagram to highlight these breathtaking places.

1. Sydney Opera House 

2. Great Barrier Reef

3. Melbourne

I'm desperately trying to get a job in this city.

  

 4. Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park

5. MONA- Muesum of Old and New Art in Hobart, Tasmania 

Unfortunately, I never made it to this Australian island.

6. Daintree Rainforest

7. Great Ocean Road

Which of the "Top 25" will you make it too?

 

Guest Post on StudyAbroad.com

Wow I cannot believe that a year ago to this date I was taking my first steps on Australian soil. To honor this one year anniversary of sorts, I was featured on StudyAbroad.com talking about my experiences in the Land Down Under. Take a look at the article for yourself here.

Why Studying Abroad is Worth the Expense

Studying abroad is an amazing opportunity about college, but it can be expensive depending on where you go. Studies, however, say that studying abroad can really pay off for your post-college career and employability.

This infographic from Course Hero breaks down the ROI of studying abroad, illustrating how it improves students' resumes, job interviews, and employee skills. An amazing 73% of employers, for example, said study abroad is important when evaluating job candidates for a junior-level position.

If you have the opportunity to study abroad, really consider it. It may be one of the best things you do in college and for your future career. If you have study abroad experience or tips to share with us, post 'em in the comments.

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Cheers for now,

Kim

Australian Slang

I was asked by the University of South Carolina Study Abroad Office to participate in a "Language Speed Dating" event for International Education Week. What a great way to give students a glimpse of the similarities and differences between the U.S. and Australia. Students went around the room to different country stations, learning more about the language and culture. 

All smiles after an outstanding event!

At my table, I gave out language cards with some great Aussie terms on it. I'd asked my Australian roommates for some suggestions to include. They said to definitely include heaps and keen! Since most of these terms are abbreviations, I think they illustrate the laid-back nature of Australians perfectly. Take a look and see if you can incorporate any of these terms into your daily life. 

Australian-English

Arvo-Afternoon

Boot-Car trunk
College-Where you live on campus

Cheers-Hi and Goodbye
Devo-Disappointing

G’Day-Hello

Heaps-A lot, every

Jumper-Sweatshirt

Keen-interested, great, exciting
Maccas-McDonald's

Mate-friend

Mozzy-Mosquitoes
Singlets-Tank tops
Shoulder wars-Chicken fight
Sunners-Sunglasses

Swimmers-Swim suit
Ta-Thank you

Thongs-Flip flops
Uni-College

Fun Fact: One of the students who stopped by my table said that boot and singlet are also spoken in Nigeria.

Also, I showed pictures of all my travels and gave away prizes to students who liked my Facebook page. Overall, it was a great event and I enjoyed sharing some local lingo with USC students.

Cheers for now,

Kim

Gamecocks Down Under