Oo-oo-aah-aah! Spotting Long-tailed Macaques in Indonesia

Indonesia is home to about 25 species of monkeys, or monyet in Indonesian. This field note takes a special look at the most common of them all, the long-tailed macaque.

Romanian Traditions and Folklore

Romania is deeply informed by tradition, particularly in rural settings. Music and dance, folklore and medicine are all guided by traditions that are passed down through families and communities. 

Feathers, Fools, and Freedom

Carnaval: one of the most widely known traditions within the Dominican Republic, but where does it come from and what do the Carnaval celebrations entail?

¡Gracias, y Adiós!

Our time together is coming to an end, and I am so appreciative of having the opportunity to share this journey with you all! I hope you stay curious about the world.

Life as a Local (& Life as a Royal - Tour of the "Palacio" Through Photos)

Learn about life as a Madrid local through the eyes of my host mom!

Enjoy a virtual tour of my visit to Palacio Real de Madrid for a peek into life as a royal throughout Spain's history.

Interview with Welsh Grade School

Hosting workshops in the community has provided me with the unique oppurtunity to work with grade school children and learn a little bit more about their lives!

Daily Life in Ghana

One part of being a volunteer is learning about and experiencing daily life and challenges in your community. There are many activities that you do here that you wouldn't normally do in the US.

Slovak Birds of Prey

Read on to learn more about birds of prey in Slovakia, the sport of falconry, and how birds are being protected.  

Hong Kong's Traditions

Before coming to Hong Kong, I was unfamiliar with the local traditions. I felt so honored to have the privilege of celebrating my first Lunar New Year in Asia! 

Getting to Know Elena!

Join me for a conversation with one of my host mom's daughters!

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