The Little Things: How I Learned To Live Away From Home

I had never really lived outside my home.Not in another city, state, country. Let alone another continent.For 21 years, Delhi, India was home. I did my entire graduation here. I lived with my family. And honestly, I never really thought twice about it.Then, I moved to France. Almost everyone I’ve met here has had some version of the opposite experience. They’ve lived away from home for university, moved countries for work, gone on exchanges, or spent time in different parts of the world.Me? Nope.

Winter in Fontainebleau – A MIM Perspective

Winter in Europe can be tough, especially if you’ve never experienced real cold before. The days get shorter, the skies turn grey, and suddenly you start wondering if Paris is still that great, romantic, and beautiful city you thought it was. For many of us, this change of light and rhythm can feel a bit heavy. The motivation drops, the evenings feel longer, and a small winter blues slowly sneaks in.

INSEAD Opened the World for Me and My Daughter

Born and raised in China, married to a Frenchman, and now building a life in France, I applied to INSEAD while pregnant—receiving my acceptance call just two hours before giving birth and applying for a scholarship a week later.One key reason I chose INSEAD was its location:  Fontainebleau is a safe, beautiful town where children can run free through forests and castles.   The supportive French visa system allowed my mother to stay with us for a year, and stories from alumni showed how inclusive this community could be.

From Veshti to Victory: A Whirlwind of Community, Culture, and Choices at INSEAD

 When I arrived at INSEAD, I knew I was walking into one of the most intense and transformative years of my life. Looking back on my journey through P1 and P2, I have realised that INSEAD is not just about the academic rigour. It is about creating connections, building communities, and pushing one’s boundaries in ways one never imagined through laughter, lungis, and lifelong friendships. 

Exploring Fontainebleau: The Perfect Setting for a Summer School

When we think of the ideal setting for a transformative educational experience, Fontainebleau immediately comes to mind. Just an hour’s drive from Paris, this charming town is more than just the home of INSEAD’s Europe campus—it’s a place where history, nature, and culture seamlessly blend, creating a perfect environment for learning and personal growth.
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