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Ulster University student and International Advisory Assistant Holly Gunn presents a podcast UUNPACKING issues facing international students arriving in Northern Ireland to study at UU. Chatting with different students in each episode, Holly finds out what they loved about arriving in Belfast, Coleraine or Derry/Londonderry - and what they found a little more challenging about this part of the world!

Episodes

  1. 03/24/2025

    UUNPACKING EP#1 - CULTURE SHOCKS!

    On this edition, Holly is joined by Ahmed and Muhammad Zarak Ali Khan  - both from Pakistan - chatting about culture shocks they encountered upon arriving at Ulster University. The conversation covers everything from crisp sandwiches to overusing the word ‘wee’ while touching upon more profound topics such as homesickness and making friends. Also - learn about the 12th July and St Patricks Day - and being introduced to the concept of Halloween!   More info via the International Student Guide to Ulster Tasty OFFSHOOT TV content HERE Follow us on Instagram Follow Holly on Instagram

    UUNPACKING EP#1 - CULTURE SHOCKS!

  2. 03/24/2025

    UUNPACKING EP#4 - SOCIALISING

    On this final edition, Holly is joined by Michael Oghenetega Abu, Faith Nzeka and Sudipta Sarker to chat about making friends. The conversation covers everything from introverts finding ways to strike up conversations to using societies and classes to meet new people. Also - getting your head around some curious local sayings and trying to deal with people from this part of the world speaking way too fast! More info via the International Student Guide to Ulster Tasty OFFSHOOT TV content HERE Follow us on Instagram Follow Holly on Instagram

    UUNPACKING EP#4 - SOCIALISING

  3. 03/24/2025

    UUNPACKING EP#3 - DEVELOPING RELATIONSHIPS

    On this edition, Holly is joined by Leya Bader and Surya Prahasith Kesavarapu with the trio focusing a little on developing relationships both on and off campus. The conversation covers everything from the perils of student group work to the importance of listening and how you can find people with similar interests and life goals. More info via the International Student Guide to Ulster Tasty OFFSHOOT TV content HERE Follow us on Instagram Follow Holly on Instagram

    UUNPACKING EP#3 - DEVELOPING RELATIONSHIPS

  4. 03/24/2025

    UUNPACKING EP#2 - SETTLING IN

    On this edition, Holly is joined by Evelyn Siddanthapu and Marian Emmanuel to chat about settling in to life not just at UU but in Northern Ireland. The conversation covers everything from the all important first week activities right down to dealing with the unpredictable Irish weather! More info via the International Student Guide to Ulster Tasty OFFSHOOT TV content HERE Follow us on Instagram Follow Holly on Instagram Episode of ON CAMPUS featuring Holly and Evelyn

    UUNPACKING EP#2 - SETTLING IN
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Ulster University student and International Advisory Assistant Holly Gunn presents a podcast UUNPACKING issues facing international students arriving in Northern Ireland to study at UU. Chatting with different students in each episode, Holly finds out what they loved about arriving in Belfast, Coleraine or Derry/Londonderry - and what they found a little more challenging about this part of the world!

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