Photo courtesy of Brandt MisikLondon has had way too many positives for me to count, but some of the things that really swayed my decision to come here happened to be some of the things I struggled with most during my first weeks abroad, such as living in a six-person bedroom, traveling, being in the smallest program and living life in the moment.During my first travel weekend … [Read more...] about Sleepless in London
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Anti-Semitism Rises, but it won’t Stop Me
Art by Kris HarperMy dad went to Israel for his first time this year, while on a layover in London, he sent me a text telling about how the airport’s Starbucks sells wine and beer. I’m still not sure if that was a warning from him, telling me to keep my cool while ordering drinks from a London Starbucks, or if it was his way of expressing how little things like … [Read more...] about Anti-Semitism Rises, but it won’t Stop Me
Indiana Law Instigates Social Prejudice
Art by Jenny RustdadRecently, Indiana Gov. Mike Pence passed a state religious freedom law that has sparked controversy around the country. The palpable problem with the passage of this law is its general wording, which allows for the expansion of discrimination against the LGBT community based on religious values, according to Mariano Castillo’s April 2 article … [Read more...] about Indiana Law Instigates Social Prejudice
Adult Preschool Brings out our Inner-Child
Art by Sacha IrickHow much do you remember from preschool? Maybe you remember the snot-filled, teary-eyed goodbye when your parents dropped you off, or the squishy, salty Play-Doh your teacher handed you to distract you from your parental abandonment, or the nap time you always resisted but so desperately needed. No matter what you do or don’t remember, we still feel that … [Read more...] about Adult Preschool Brings out our Inner-Child
We Need to #RaceTogether
Art by Sacha IrickUrban Dictionary defines the term “White Girl” as, “A creature who often posts pictures of Starbucks on Instagram, Tumblr or Facebook. You will always see a White Girl with her Ugg Boots on, Leggings on and iPhone at Starbucks.” Starbucks no longer has the reputation of serving the average working, commuting American; it represents a … [Read more...] about We Need to #RaceTogether
