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<p>Imagine wearing an invisible backpack filled with a random number of rocks each morning - this is how Kaitlyn McWalters (UC Berkeley) describes living with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). Despite the daily challenges of managing a chronic illness, she chose to pursue her dream of studying in Japan. Her story offers practical insights and inspiration for students who wonder if their health conditions might prevent them from going abroad.</p>

<p>Study abroad is an experience that teaches you beyond what you think you will learn. It stretches you, transforms you, and shakes you out of your comfort zone. See the most important lifelong lessons Nico Shin (UC Santa Barbara) learned while studying abroad in South Korea.</p>

<p>What is it like to study abroad in Queensland, Australia? Take a look at Dorienne Larbig's (UC Santa Barbara) tips and recommendations on where to live, new foods to try, and the most interesting classes you can take abroad.</p>

<p>Anna Nguyen (UC Los Angeles) studied abroad to discover her roots on a quest to become Asian enough. Her journey through Hong Kong and Vietnam, mounds of Chinese food, and hours with the Cantonese language, and finally her own family led her to understand her national and ethnic identity.</p>

<p>What is it like to study abroad in Seoul, South Korea? Check out Afreen Ali's (UC Davis) tips and advice on solo traveling, foods you cannot miss, and where to study and live (hint: not the campus dorms).</p>

<p>Study abroad at Yonsei University was something Brandon Yoon dreamed of since middle school. Why? Because he owes his existence to that school and its study abroad program. Here's what he learned about his Korean American identity studying abroad in Korea.</p>

<p>Why study abroad in Taiwan? Dexter Lee from UC Berkeley describes it as the 'hidden gem of Asia' and shares his top five reasons to go on a life-changing adventure in the tropical paradise.</p>

<p>Thinking about studying abroad in South Korea? Take a page from Gabriela Quiro's (UC Irvine) notes on the best neighborhoods to explore and shopping districts to skip. She shares where to find the best Korean food, which apps to put on your phone, and the right way to hail a taxi—all in a few minutes! Start exploring Seoul now.</p>

<p>Where should you study abroad in China? Try traveling to Beijing! Anna Lai, a student from UC Los Angeles and UC Irvine, shares all the best local activities for college students. What to eat, where to live, best classes and more.</p>

<p>Seoul in South Korea is a paradise for college students looking to study abroad. Learn what this electric city has to offer from UC Los Angeles senior, Anna Lai.</p>