Jacob Chan
My name is Jacob and I am a current junior at Haverford College. I love all things related to learning about different cultures whether it be food, language, customs, etc. In my free time, you can typically find me playing video games, listening to music, or just spending time with friends!
Blogs by Jacob Chan
Is there “good” in “goodbye?”
As I prepare to go home, I reflect on all of the goodbye's that I've had to made and how I am dealing with them as well.
Life Abroad vs. Life at Home
As I am about to head back home, I take some time to reflect on some of the differences between life back home and life while studying abroad in Madrid, Spain.
The Sum of Its Parts: Happiness Abroad
Happiness abroad doesn't look the same for everyone. In this article, I like to reflect on some of the "small" things that make the abroad experience so...
"Próxima Estación"
Navigating the city of Madrid has been such a rewarding experience. I highlight my experience with exploring various parts of the city as well as self-growth.
Being Asian-American Abroad: The Madrid Experience
Being Asian-American, studying abroad may look different from the "mainstream" study abroad experience. I highlight my experience and some of the most prominent...
The DELE Course: IES Abroad Madrid’s “Secret” Class
A little-known secret known as the DELE Prep course is one of the benefits of participating in IES Abroad Madrid's LAS Program. Here I highlight my experience...
5 Things I Love About Madrid
After having been in Madrid for 2 months, there are a lot of things that I love! Here are just some of the things I love about Madrid.
Making Friends Abroad: An Introvert’s Perspective
Being an introvert and making friends while studying abroad can be difficult. In this blog post, I highlight my experience and offer some tips on how to start...
Restart: The First Week Abroad
The first week of studying abroad is definitely a time for adjustment. Here is my experience of how I dealt with loneliness at the beginning.
Anxiety and Clichés: Nos Vemos Pronto
Preparing for study abroad can be a nerve-wrecking process. As I begin packing, I reflect on a few simple clichés that help remind me what I am preparing for.