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Nepali New Year – or Bisket Jatra – is steeped in tradition as ancient as the Kathmandu Valley where it is celebrated. We explore the historical, social and religious aspects of this remarkable ritual.

This week we’re thinking about comfort zones – and more specifically about what happens when you step out of yours, and into the unknown…

It's tough deciding what to do and where to go for your elective placement. The sheer number of options can be overwhelming. We've laid out the benefits of an elective at home vs. an elective overseas to help make the decision that little bit easier.

Part III in our series of fundraising guides has landed. This week we dig into the best ways to find yourself a corporate sponsor to help you pay for your elective. From finding the right company to drafting a letter, we explain the process, start to finish.

Booking your elective is a huge step in the right direction. It takes courage to take yourself halfway around the world to work in a developing country. But if you consider yourself a true adventurer there's something else you can do to take an extra step into the unknown!