John Abraham Godson, a Polish citizen born and raised in Nigeria, has been sworn in as the first black member of Poland’s parliament. Mr Godson had served as a councillor in the city of Lodz before taking up a parliamentary seat, vacated by a party colleague after local elections. His entry into parliament has created… Continue reading Born and raised in Nigeria, John Abraham Godson is Poland’s first black member of paliament
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Surviving as an International Student Pt II: Being Money-Wise
While Studying in the United States Students who study abroad often regard it as the experience of a lifetime. It’s a time when you can learn almost as much outside the classroom as within it. It can also be a time of extra expenses. But by creating a sensible budget and sticking with it, you… Continue reading Surviving as an International Student Pt II: Being Money-Wise
Surviving as an International Student, Part 1
Pursuing your education in a foreign land poses a mix of positive and negative feel. On a good note studying abroad will open up a lot of new opportunities
Journey to Canada, a Refugee’s Story
Twenty-three years ago, Madut Majok arrived in a refugee camp in Ethiopia, where his life consisted of guarded compounds and food rations. Today, he is a Canadian citizen, university graduate and civil servant. He relishes the opportunities he has earned in his adopted country and feels that he has integrated into Canadian society. However, one… Continue reading Journey to Canada, a Refugee’s Story