Introduction
Kia ora! My name is Gina Gao, and I’m in my fourth year of a Global Studies and Music conjoint degree. I was born and raised in Aotearoa, grew up in a culturally diverse family, and have always been passionate about exploring new cultures and languages. I’ve also been a pianist for as long as I can remember, and am beyond thrilled to start my new journey in Mumbai with the PMSA Program. I am so excited to share my view of India with you all!
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Chaos, Culture, and Curry
Landing in Mumbai for the first time was like stepping into a completely different world—loud, colourful (with a tint of yellow), and full of life. As a Chinese-Korean-Kiwi who grew up in New Zealand, I was amazed by how seamlessly the city blends so many cultures and traditions. Everywhere I looked, something interesting was happening—streets…Continue…
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Interning the Indian Way
How do you know when a place has started to feel like home? Three weeks in and three weeks to go. The more I think about leaving Mumbai, the more I don’t want to leave. There are still so many people who I want to get to know better, and so many things I want…Continue…
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Mumbai’s Last Moments of Spontaneity
Mumbai has a way of pulling you into its whirlwind of adventures, where the unexpected turns into the most unforgettable moments. Of course, I imagine it might feel different if you lived here as a local, but as a tourist and intern working and living here temporarily, that’s exactly how it felt. New Friendships at…Continue…