Rediscovering myself in the Unknown

The Personal Journey of an Exchange Student

Authors

  • Amanda Moreira Santos PUC Minas

Abstract

This article presents a reflective account of Amanda's academic exchange experience in the Netherlands. Addressing issues of cultural adaptation, daily life, living with colleagues of different nationalities, study and travel, the narrative is structured around episodes lived and reflects on the experience of rediscovering oneself in a new place, far from the familiarities of home. The aim is to provide a perspective on the nuances and complexities of living in an international environment, as well as reporting on the impact of these experiences on personal formation. The approach follows an autobiographical format, recounting challenges and achievements in the academic environment, as well as the cultural and social aspects experienced.

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Published

2025-08-09

How to Cite

Moreira Santos, A. (2025). Rediscovering myself in the Unknown: The Personal Journey of an Exchange Student. Fronteira: Revista De iniciação científica Em Relações Internacionais, 23(45), 174–190. Retrieved from https://periodicos.pucminas.br/fronteira/article/view/35188

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Dossiê - Vivências, diálogos e interculturalidade