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After the Tsunami: Rebuilding Aceh

After the Tsunami: Rebuilding Aceh

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The 2004 tsunami that slammed South East Asia has all but disappeared from the headlines here, but in the year since a group of UBC students has been working quietly to help people in Aceh, Indonesia, rebuild their homes and lives.
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Staying Sane Overseas

Staying Sane Overseas

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Key advice on how to prepare for—and avoid—a mental meltdown abroad.
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How to Teach an Impromptu ESL Class

How to Teach an Impromptu ESL Class

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Helpful hints on how to cope when you find yourself unexpectedly standing in front of a class that doesn't speak your language, but wants to.
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Backgrounder: Aceh

Backgrounder: Aceh

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This province of Indonesia felt the impact of the 2004 tsunami more than anywhere else on the planet. The good news? It has helped to wage peace in this war-torn region.
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Study Abroad Resources

Study Abroad Resources

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So you want to take your university studies abroad? Here are some resources to get you started.
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A Quick Guide to University Study Abroad

A Quick Guide to University Study Abroad

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Want to hit the road while still in school?
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To Haggle...or Not to Haggle

To Haggle...or Not to Haggle

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Are you doing the right thing or acting like a sucker? Some tips on how much to pay at the market.
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Naturopathic Remedies for Travellers

Naturopathic Remedies for Travellers

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Ginger for motion sickness? Soybean to prevent insect bites? Some advice on treating your ailments naturally the next time you travel.
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Take a Grown-Up Gap Year: Part 1

Take a Grown-Up Gap Year: Part 1

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A year of travelling with purpose is a great way to get out of a work rut. Expert Susan Griffith offers tips to help you prepare for taking time off from your everyday life.
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Africa SOMA - Meeting of the Minds

Africa SOMA - Meeting of the Minds

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An exchange programme gives kids from Nairobi's slums and Maasai children a chance to teach each other about the different ways of life within their own country.
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Top 7 International Resume Tips

Top 7 International Resume Tips

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Preparing a resume for a position overseas? Check out Verge's top 7 tips from the experts.
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How to Write an International Resume

How to Write an International Resume

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Verge asks the experts how to tailor your resume to land that job overseas.
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