Class with a view

Ocean views, new friends and unforgettable trips – Chinell McLeod from Brandeis University found plenty to love about studying in Auckland.

Chinell McLeod

Why I chose to come to AUT in New Zealand:

I chose to come to AUT because I liked what I saw when I went to the university’s website when I was researching different institutions to study at. I was interested in everything from the course descriptions to accommodation.

What I enjoyed most about spending a semester in New Zealand:

I enjoyed travelling to the AUT North Campus on Tuesdays; it was so peaceful and wholesome travelling across the bridge and viewing the ocean. I also enjoyed hanging out with the people I connected with outside of uni, like from the churches I visited.

How I found learning in a different academic system:

The professors were really welcoming and open to answering questions, so it made it easier to adjust to the learning environment.

What I gained from my time in Auckland:

Academically, I’ve learned more about psychology and how cognition plays a role in our everyday lives. Personally, my relationship with Christ has grown.