Floating on the Land of the Long White Cloud Past Review

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

Workload wise, was not that heavy. All the assignments are listed in the course outline with the points and grading for each assignment. Teaching methods were generally the same, very effective with the use of powerpoints and technology. The classrooms are real lecture rooms. Every paper (class) has a writing component towards the course. Education standards are high.

On-site administration of your program

Always open and always arranged gatherings and places to explore around New Zealand.

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

Traveling around with other international friends, particularly from Hawaiʻi around Aotearoa New Zealand. Attending various meetings on the marae. Some days would spend with family.

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

(1 = not very easy/$200+ on food & personal expenses/week, 2.5 = $100/week, 5 = very easily/minimal cost)

Iʻve been studying Maori for 2 years now, and it was awesome to interact with Maori people who speak Maori. To learn the way they speak and the flow of their language is important.

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• Host Family
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• Host Family