What does Flemish mean?
I am applying to be a foreign exchange student. Belgium is one of five countries I chose. I might be placed in a Flemish area. Does Flemish mean they speak English.
Belgium - 6 Answers
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it means a area that is very bad and is dangerous
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How about you try using the dictionary, (;
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flemish http://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Flemish
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It means it's in the northern area where they speak a Dutch-like language. As opposed to the southern area of Belgium where they speak French. The Dutch area is much wealthier than the French area. Either area is fine, I'm sure. Belgium is a nice country. But your language skills will be different.
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It's what is spoken in the northern part of Belgium. Flemish is a collection of dialects. Every Belgian has to learn a second language at school and most learn a third. Most Flemish will speak English although there might be some that prefer to speak French as a second language.
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The Kingdom of Belgium has 3 official regions, the Flemish Region in the North, the Walloon Region in the South and the Brussels Capital Region. Belgium has three official languages Dutch, French and German. Dutch is spoken by approximately 59% of the Belgian population, French by approximately 40% of the Belgian population while German is spoken only by a small number of Belgian people. The official language of the Flemish Region, commonly called Flanders is Dutch. The inhabitants of this region are called Flemish and their first language is Dutch while most of them speak French and English as foreign languages. Flemish is a group of Dutch dialects often referred to as Belgian Dutch. The official languages of the Walloon Region, commonly called Wallonia are French and German. The inhabitants of this region are called Walloons and the majority of them speak French, while the small German community in East Wallonia speak German. Most of the population of Wallonia speak Dutch and English as foreign languages. The official languages of the Brussels Capital Region are Dutch and French. Geographically it is located in Flanders but administratively it is a separate region. The majority of the population of this region speak French (approximately 85%). N.B. Do not confuse the Flemish Region, commonly called Flanders, with the geographical region of Flanders, which includes parts of Belgium, France and Netherlands. Good Luck with your application.
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Monday, October 28, 2013
Monday, October 14, 2013
What universities in Germany offer International Relations?
What universities in Germany offer International Relations?
Next year I'd like to study International Relations in Germany. I'm from Belgium and will get my masters law degree at the end of this year. I'm searching a university where courses are taught in English, so that the knowledge of German is not mandatory. Also searching for a real pleasant experience and meeting new people, both German and other international students. Anywhere in Germany would be nice, but if I could give one indication, preferably somewhere to the West of the country. Thanks!
Studying Abroad - 1 Answers
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I don't know the answer, but Wikipedia has long list of Universities you might wanna check it out. Here's the link I found: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_universities_in_Germany
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Next year I'd like to study International Relations in Germany. I'm from Belgium and will get my masters law degree at the end of this year. I'm searching a university where courses are taught in English, so that the knowledge of German is not mandatory. Also searching for a real pleasant experience and meeting new people, both German and other international students. Anywhere in Germany would be nice, but if I could give one indication, preferably somewhere to the West of the country. Thanks!
Studying Abroad - 1 Answers
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I don't know the answer, but Wikipedia has long list of Universities you might wanna check it out. Here's the link I found: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_universities_in_Germany
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Monday, October 7, 2013
People to People Student Ambassador trips?
People to People Student Ambassador trips?
i was invited to travel and study in England, France, Germany, Belgium, Netherlands, and Switzerland in the summer of 2009 im so excited to go!! but i have some questions.. do we stay with families? how much would it cost? how many weeks/months would it be for? how did i get picked?? im to excited to wait for the meeting!!
Other - Destinations - 4 Answers
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You can find all of this out on their website http://www.studentambassadors.com I went on two of their trips, I loved one and hated the other. Nevertheless, a great experience enjoy!
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my friend was invited to that and i think that is sooo cool it truly is a chance of a lifetime but i dont think you stay with your family and i think she said it caosts alottt. im not sure how long its for but i think its for more than a week and are you an ambassador?because thats how she got picked either that or you mudt be really smart.
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Do it!!!! It was the best experience of my life and you have friends from this experience for your life. do we stay with families? I stayed with a family in france for a weekend and it ROCKED! This part is hit or miss. It is either really fun or stinks. how much would it cost? mine cost about 5 grand. That includes all meals, flight, and hotel. All you pay for is gifts and some food on the side. how many weeks/months would it be for? I went for three weeks. how did i get picked?? Three ways, by recommendation from past alumni, recommendation from P2P, or from parents. They never tell you though. If you have any questions about P2P please feel free to ask me. Remember every trip is different so read up on yours!
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I went to Australia, New Zealand, and Fiji two summers ago. Last summer I went to England, France and Italy. I have nothing but good things to say about P2P! Both trips were absolutely amazing and DEFINITELY worth the money. 1. There is a portion of the trip called a "Homestay". It is generally 3 days/2 nights or 4 days/3 nights (depending on whether you are in Highschool or not). Everyone in your group stays in the same city/neighborhood. You will be paired with a family and may or may not have other students with you. I had a friend with me in both of my homestays. The homestays are pretty fun. You just chill with the family and they take you around their city, show you fun places. Warning. They might not speak English! My family in France spoke ZERO English. It was kind of tough but a good experience. The rest of the trip you stay in hotels. 2. Your airfare and all of your meals are included in the "Trip Cost". The only thing you will have to pay for when you are over there is souvenirs. When you add everything up (trip cost+souvenirs+luggage+random travel things) the total amount is around $7,000. But trust me, it is so worth your money. People to People also has a fundraising site with tons of cool and useful ideas. 3. Your experience will be around 19 or 20 days. And it will be the best few weeks of your life. 4. A teacher or ambassador alumni nominated you. Let me know if you have any more questions about anything. I would be happy to answer and give you more tips! I can give you my email if you want.
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i was invited to travel and study in England, France, Germany, Belgium, Netherlands, and Switzerland in the summer of 2009 im so excited to go!! but i have some questions.. do we stay with families? how much would it cost? how many weeks/months would it be for? how did i get picked?? im to excited to wait for the meeting!!
Other - Destinations - 4 Answers
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You can find all of this out on their website http://www.studentambassadors.com I went on two of their trips, I loved one and hated the other. Nevertheless, a great experience enjoy!
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my friend was invited to that and i think that is sooo cool it truly is a chance of a lifetime but i dont think you stay with your family and i think she said it caosts alottt. im not sure how long its for but i think its for more than a week and are you an ambassador?because thats how she got picked either that or you mudt be really smart.
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Do it!!!! It was the best experience of my life and you have friends from this experience for your life. do we stay with families? I stayed with a family in france for a weekend and it ROCKED! This part is hit or miss. It is either really fun or stinks. how much would it cost? mine cost about 5 grand. That includes all meals, flight, and hotel. All you pay for is gifts and some food on the side. how many weeks/months would it be for? I went for three weeks. how did i get picked?? Three ways, by recommendation from past alumni, recommendation from P2P, or from parents. They never tell you though. If you have any questions about P2P please feel free to ask me. Remember every trip is different so read up on yours!
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I went to Australia, New Zealand, and Fiji two summers ago. Last summer I went to England, France and Italy. I have nothing but good things to say about P2P! Both trips were absolutely amazing and DEFINITELY worth the money. 1. There is a portion of the trip called a "Homestay". It is generally 3 days/2 nights or 4 days/3 nights (depending on whether you are in Highschool or not). Everyone in your group stays in the same city/neighborhood. You will be paired with a family and may or may not have other students with you. I had a friend with me in both of my homestays. The homestays are pretty fun. You just chill with the family and they take you around their city, show you fun places. Warning. They might not speak English! My family in France spoke ZERO English. It was kind of tough but a good experience. The rest of the trip you stay in hotels. 2. Your airfare and all of your meals are included in the "Trip Cost". The only thing you will have to pay for when you are over there is souvenirs. When you add everything up (trip cost+souvenirs+luggage+random travel things) the total amount is around $7,000. But trust me, it is so worth your money. People to People also has a fundraising site with tons of cool and useful ideas. 3. Your experience will be around 19 or 20 days. And it will be the best few weeks of your life. 4. A teacher or ambassador alumni nominated you. Let me know if you have any more questions about anything. I would be happy to answer and give you more tips! I can give you my email if you want.
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Tuesday, October 1, 2013
People to People Student Ambassador trips?
People to People Student Ambassador trips?
i was invited to travel and study in England, France, Germany, Belgium, Netherlands, and Switzerland in the summer of 2009 im so excited to go!! but i have some questions.. do we stay with families? how much would it cost? how many weeks/months would it be for? how did i get picked?? im to excited to wait for the meeting!!
Other - Europe - 2 Answers
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really? I got a letter in the mail from them too! Im in 6th grade though and am going to australia. Your family can't come, i heard my trip costs $6000, im wondering how long too, you get picked because your a great student and you have a wonderful academis performance.
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I think I already answered one of your other questions but I have some things to add! If you don't mind I'm just going to copy and paste my answers from someone else's P2P question. :) 1. There is a portion of the trip called a "Homestay". It is generally 3 days/2 nights or 4 days/3 nights (depending on whether you are in Highschool or not). Everyone in your group stays in the same city/neighborhood. You will be paired with a family and may or may not have other students with you. I had a friend with me in both of my homestays. The homestays are pretty fun. You just chill with the family and they take you around their city, show you fun places. Warning. They might not speak English! My family in France spoke ZERO English. It was kind of tough but a good experience. The rest of the trip you stay in hotels. 2. Your airfare and all of your meals are included in the "Trip Cost". The only thing you will have to pay for when you are over there is souvenirs. When you add everything up (trip cost+souvenirs+luggage+random travel things) the total amount is around $7,000. But trust me, it is so worth your money. People to People also has a fundraising site with tons of cool and useful ideas. 3. Your experience will be around 19 or 20 days. And it will be the best few weeks of your life. 4. Your "delegation" (group of students you travel with) will probably be about 30-40 kids your age. 5. There will be four teachers from your state that will serve as leaders and will try to keep you in line. :) 6. You will also have a "delegation manager" from one of the countries you are going that can speak the language and help you all get around. 7. There are these maroon polos that you have to wear only on travel days. A "Travel Day" is any day you will be on a plane. They are super comfortable because they are dry-fit material. You will probably want to buy an extra to take along with you in case one is dirty. 8. A teacher or alumni ambassador nominated you because they thought you are worthy. So, Congrats! :) Let me know if you have any more questions about anything. I would be happy to answer and give you more tips! I can give you my email if you want.
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