Akari Saito - Page 2

Akari is an undergraduate Marketing student in New York. Though born in Tokyo, Akari’s heart belongs to the Big Apple. In her free time, she enjoys drawing anime and cartoons, reading, and learning as much as she can about whatever niche topic she’s interested in at the moment. She never gets tired of enjoying her collection of Dragon Ball characters.

How International Students Can Make the Most of Thanksgiving in New York 2024

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Classes to Take in College: Course Registration Tips for International Students

Hello there again! My name is Akari, and I'm a creative marketing student from Japan who moved to New York three years ago to pursue my education. Being an international...

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My Favorite Lecture Types in College

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How & Why I Chose Marketing Profession

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Test Your English: Review of TOEFL, IELTS, PTE Academic English Exams

As a member of the Japanese Student Association, I can share a load of personal stories about English exams. My friends and I have been researching our opportunities personally. Simultaneously,...

Beating the Homesickness Blues

Greetings to everyone reading this! It’s almost impossible to find a person who doesn’t know what homesickness is, but in case you’re unfamiliar with the term, it is the sensation...

Why I Left College Dorm Life and Rented an Apartment

Dormitory residents love their privileges. They have amazing private pools, rooftop sports courts, and even climbing walls. The films about gorgeous teens' college life serve better than any advertisements. But...

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How to Build Relationships with Parents While You’re in College

Hello everyone! Akari's on the line. Everyone knows that having secure and open relationships with parents can get a little bit difficult as you grow up, right? As teenagers, most...

American Culture Shock for International Students: We’ve All Been There

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