Embarking on a field trip to Thailand with students from Kasetsart University and the University of Westminster was initially a [ … ]
Category: Student Journeys
Inside Westminster aims to provide students of the Department of Politics and International Relations a platform where they can not only network with one another but can also share their student journeys and experiences with each other. Being a part of the Democratic Education Network(DEN), we not only evolve as students but also tend to embark on our professional journeys under DEN’s umbrella. Here are a collection of stories of students who have been part of DEN and the Department of Politics and International Relations sharing their experiences to inspire other students.
Unexpected Transformative Experience
I did not expect the transformative experience that awaited me, culminating in a ten-day trip to Bangkok. Despite my initial [ … ]
Learning through cross-cultural contexts: a pathway to developing knowledge in every aspect of life
The module, Democratic Engagement in a Global Context, introduced students to cross-cultural research and international communication. After several weeks of [ … ]
The trip that enhanced my learning experience significantly
During the Democratic Engagement module, we explored different concepts such as culture, development, psychology, biology, and science, and their practical [ … ]
The global network has completely changed my perspective on the world
Throughout this module, I had a unique opportunity to learn about a “global network” through a curated layout of critical [ … ]
Cross-cultural collaboration
The module provided us with valuable insights into the concept of education that breaks through geographic and cultural boundaries. We [ … ]
BUSTLING BANGKOK
It feels almost surreal to sit here and write about my momentous visit to Bangkok. I still cannot fathom that [ … ]
Education across diverse cultural settings
Throughout the module, Thailand was a constant point of focus for us. However, as time passed, we learned about many [ … ]
Exploring Thailand: A Field Trip Beyond Boundaries
Education has no limits. It extends beyond the confines of classrooms and textbooks, into the realm of real-world experiences. Recently, [ … ]
An Anxious Psychologist
Why Psychology? I get asked that question often, and my brain goes into overdrive, wondering where I should begin. I [ … ]
What it Means to Be from Different Cultures
One of the most frequent questions I get asked is, “Where are you from?” especially after moving to London. It’s [ … ]
Exploring the heart of America: My journey in Washington DC
Washington D.C., the political epicentre of the United States, is a city teeming with history, culture, and opportunities. As a [ … ]