We never felt we were only a number at the
university
“The courses we took at the Universidad de Almeria
and the way they deliver the information differs
from what we are accustomed to. They focus
mainly on practical aspects, so we think
we can gain new learning methods
from this experience. This is an
experience we will never forget.”
Once we were done with
the registration procedures, the
“fiesta” started
“After a hectic registration period, and some confusion
regarding the courses, I enjoyed my stay at the University
of Barcelona. Being a part of the Spanish culture is
interesting- I have become more aware of the differences
between our cultures as well as their traditions, values,
and language. And I have taken the opportunity to travel
on my holidays to different places and discover more of
Europe.”
Nothing was easy, but we saw the
world through the eyes of the friends
we met there
“Every single day for me was a new
adventure, and a new experience. Not once have
I felt bored or lonely. Throughout the very short
six months of me being there, I had the amazing
privilege of meeting people from all parts of the
world and making new, strong, life-long relationships
with people from completely different cultures, mindsets,
and outlooks toward life”
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Al Ghadeer - Fall 2018
We experienced new disciplines we never
thought would mix!
“As a student in the Faculty and Public Administration,
I got the chance to study at the Tallinn University of
Technology in Estonia, a technological university that
depends on a teaching style based on the synergy between
different fields. Through the different modules, I got to
know more about how technology affects our lives in a
legal framework. I studied human rights and technology,
cyber-security and law, and copyright and neighboring
rights, as well as ICT law.”
REMAKING
HISTORY
And despite experiencing the coldest days
and the sun at midnight, we never forgot to
bring home the best memories
In the 5-month journey at the University of Iceland, not
only did we study gender equality, but we explored
the land of ice and fire- (both glaciers and volcanoes),
wandered in the land of the Vikings, took dips in hot
pools and secret lagoons, witnessed the filming sites of the
famous Game of Thrones, and met the wildest and cutest
friends like the puffins, Icelandic horses, seals, and whales.
Our experience in Iceland was definitely not an ordinary
one - it was magic!
Birzeit University
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