Why do my Mongolian friends say winter ends when rice stops freezing? This article follows my experience learning the Nine Nines: a tradition that tracks winter through everyday signs.
Treaty Day in Washington honors the signing of the Treaty of Point Elliot. In Northern Ireland, the Good Friday Agreement similarly worked to make peace between two major groups.
Below is an interview with two 14 year old boys from the secondary school where I work. The students talk about their daily lives and things they enjoy doing in our brief conversation.
En mi pueblo la electricidad es importante pero no siempre es confiable. Hay apagones (power outages). Usamos velas (candles) y inversores (power inverters). Necesitamos mejores soluciones de energía.
From snow leopards in the mountains to tigers in the jungle, this journey shows how curiosity, respect, and awareness can help make a difference in conservation.
Snow leopards are rare mountain cats built for life in extreme cold and high altitude. Their camouflage, strength, and stealth make them one of Earth’s most mysterious animals.
Hi, my name is Taylor Mattley! I am a Peace Corps Volunteer in the Dominican Republic teaching Spanish literacy to elementary students. I am very excited to share my experiences with you!
Want to learn about Mongolian cuisine? This food diary introduces traditional Mongolian foods and gives you a glimpse into what people in Mongolia eat in their everyday lives.
Studying abroad challenges you to open your mind to new ideologies, routines and perspectives. While learning to stay understanding, grounded and proud of who you are and where you come from.
