{"id":917,"date":"2024-12-09T14:02:33","date_gmt":"2024-12-09T14:02:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.bath.ac.uk\/iro\/?p=917"},"modified":"2024-12-09T14:02:33","modified_gmt":"2024-12-09T14:02:33","slug":"welcome-exchange-students-2024-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.bath.ac.uk\/iro\/2024\/12\/09\/welcome-exchange-students-2024-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Welcome Exchange Students 2024 - 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3>A Snapshot of This Year's Cohort<\/h3>\n<p>As the new academic year begins, we are thrilled to welcome 114 exchange students from 24 different countries, representing 39 universities worldwide. Whether they are staying for a single semester or the full academic year, these students are set to bring a vibrant mix of cultures, perspectives, and experiences to our campus.<\/p>\n<p>Out of the 114 students, 15 will be staying for the full academic year, while the remaining students will join us for one semester. The top three countries represented are France, Spain, and Italy, with 20, 17, and 14 students respectively.<\/p>\n<p>The most popular department this year? <strong>Management<\/strong>. It seems many of our incoming students are eager to dive into one of our strongest and most dynamic fields.<\/p>\n<h3>Induction Day: Tuesday, 24th September 2024<\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-918 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.bath.ac.uk\/iro\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/98\/2024\/12\/Registration-2024_25-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"View from above of Registration area\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.bath.ac.uk\/iro\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/98\/2024\/12\/Registration-2024_25-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/blogs.bath.ac.uk\/iro\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/98\/2024\/12\/Registration-2024_25-161x215.jpg 161w, https:\/\/blogs.bath.ac.uk\/iro\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/98\/2024\/12\/Registration-2024_25.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The journey for our exchange students began on <strong><span style=\"font-weight: normal\">Tuesday, 24th September<\/span><\/strong><b>,<\/b> with a warm induction day designed to ease them into life at the University of Bath.<\/p>\n<p>The day kicked off with <strong><span style=\"font-weight: normal\">registration<\/span><\/strong>, where students picked up their induction bags filled with goodies. The atmosphere was lively as students enjoyed food and drinks, making this the perfect opportunity to mingle and start forming friendships.<\/p>\n<p>Following the initial introductions, students gathered for the <strong><span style=\"font-weight: normal\">Welcome Talk<\/span><\/strong>, featuring presentations from key members of the International Mobility team, including <strong><span style=\"font-weight: normal\">Lilith Ding<\/span><\/strong>, our International Mobility Coordinator for Incoming Students, and <strong><span style=\"font-weight: normal\">Tabitha Bradley<\/span><\/strong>, our International Mobility Coordinator (Turing).<\/p>\n<p>The students were then introduced to the variety of support services and resources available on campus. Presentations from the <strong><span style=\"font-weight: normal\">Students\u2019 Union<\/span><\/strong>, the <strong><span style=\"font-weight: normal\">Peer Assisted Learning (PAL)<\/span> <\/strong><strong><span style=\"font-weight: normal\">Programme<\/span><\/strong><b>, <\/b><strong><span style=\"font-weight: normal\">Student Support<\/span><\/strong>, and the <strong><span style=\"font-weight: normal\">Skills Centre<\/span><\/strong> highlighted the many ways students can make the most of their time at the University of Bath.<\/p>\n<p>The day concluded with a <strong><span style=\"font-weight: normal\">campus tour<\/span><\/strong>, led by current students. This was a wonderful opportunity for exchange students to familiarise themselves with their new surroundings and get insider tips on the best spots to study, socialise, and explore on campus.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-919 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.bath.ac.uk\/iro\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/98\/2024\/12\/Welcome-Talk-Induction-Sep-24-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"Welcome Talk in lecture room\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.bath.ac.uk\/iro\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/98\/2024\/12\/Welcome-Talk-Induction-Sep-24-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/blogs.bath.ac.uk\/iro\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/98\/2024\/12\/Welcome-Talk-Induction-Sep-24-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blogs.bath.ac.uk\/iro\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/98\/2024\/12\/Welcome-Talk-Induction-Sep-24-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/blogs.bath.ac.uk\/iro\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/98\/2024\/12\/Welcome-Talk-Induction-Sep-24-161x215.jpg 161w, https:\/\/blogs.bath.ac.uk\/iro\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/98\/2024\/12\/Welcome-Talk-Induction-Sep-24.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Looking Ahead<\/h3>\n<p>We are so excited to see the contributions these students will make during their time with us. From engaging in their studies to participating in university life, their presence enriches our community in countless ways.<\/p>\n<p>To all our exchange students of 2024\/5: <strong>Welcome to the University of Bath!<\/strong> We wish you a memorable, successful, and inspiring experience ahead.<\/p>\n<p><em>Blog written by IRO International Mobility Coordinator (incoming) Lilith Ding.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A Snapshot of This Year's Cohort As the new academic year begins, we are thrilled to welcome 114 exchange students from 24 different countries, representing 39 universities worldwide. 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