Tag Archives: travel

Reflections on my trip to Rwanda—Connecting with the Motherland Again

Posted on February 13, 2024 by Oke Iroegbu

As the UC Berkeley Mastercard Foundation Scholars Representative, one of my duties is to represent the scholars at UC Berkeley at any Mastercard Foundation meetings across the globe. This time, this year’s meeting took place in Kigali, the capital of … Continue reading →

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I-House New York: Our Big Sister

Posted on January 17, 2024 by Sanidhya Rao

International House (I-House) in New York City, founded in 1924 by Harry Edmonds, promotes cross-cultural exchange and understanding. With a rich history, it embodies the vision of fostering global friendships, leadership, and global citizenship. Serving as a haven for students from 90 countries, I-House stands as a testament to the power of international collaboration and unity. Continue reading →

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California Dreaming: Chronicles of an Epic Road Trip

Posted on December 4, 2023 by Sanidhya Rao

As the crisp autumn air settled over the West Coast, Thanksgiving heralded a time of gratitude and reflection, tracing its roots back to the early 17th century when Pilgrims and Native Americans joined in a feast to celebrate a bountiful … Continue reading →

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New to Berkeley? SWiiFTly make new Friends!

Posted on July 27, 2022 by sruiperez

As a former I-House resident, I remember the rush of emotions from the excitement about a fresh start and the opportunity to meet new people in the US. I had just landed at my dream destination, filled with excitement for adventure, but I had so many questions. “Where do I start? What do the locals do? How can I meet people and tap into the culture?” Continue reading →

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I-House residents give the best travel advice

Posted on April 22, 2015 by nehamarogozen

When traveling, I always prefer to get the inside scoop from people who truly know my destination. At I-House, I am blessed to have friends who can give me the scoop on their hometowns from all over the world. This … Continue reading →

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