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Hot top­ics: Fi­nances and com­mu­ni­ty for ex­change stu­dents

The city of Bologna often hosts public outdoor events. Photo: private

This month, the HU ambassadors are once again taking us to Taipei and Bologna. Riccardo and Vanessa are tackling two of the most important topics on every (future) exchange student’s mind: finances and making connections.

Riccardo shares how he’s managing the financial side of his semester in Taiwan – from scholarships and saving strategies to the time it takes to plan and the local cost of living. He also talks about the little extras he treats himself to, even without a big budget. In her latest blog post, fellow HU ambassador Vanessa focuses on a different kind of resource: community – something she’s come to truly value during her time in Bologna. Want to see her stunning seminar rooms and favourite spots around the city? Check out her takeover in our Instagram Story Highlights!

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02.07.2025