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Study, Work and Volunteer in Extreme Environments

Study, Work and Volunteer in Extreme Environments

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The lowdown on studying, working and volunteering in the world's most geographically extreme environments.
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Britain's Vital Statistics

Britain's Vital Statistics

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Britain on the Cheap

Britain on the Cheap

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Britain can be one of the most utterly expensive places to travel, and those Canadian dollars disappear quickly. If you need to get by on a baguette budget but still want to have a blast, then read on...
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Backdoor Britain

Backdoor Britain

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These days, the UK is full of visitors and with the upcoming London Olympics it's only going to get worse. Learn how to see the best the UK has to offer, while avoiding the crowds and making those loonies last.
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Surveying the Damaged in Afghanistan

Surveying the Damaged in Afghanistan

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After decades of war, resignation has replaced hope for many young Afghans who have never seen peace.
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Backgrounder: Afghanistan

Backgrounder: Afghanistan

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Beyond the bombings: a glimpse of Afghanistan's recent and not-so-recent history.
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Opening Dialogue in Tanzania

Opening Dialogue in Tanzania

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The challenges of beating HIV/AIDS in Africa are enormous—but the spirit of its young people may be even greater. 
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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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