2018-08-22
The experiences that teach us the most are often those found through wandering. This is true in the classroom; tangential lessons sparked by the genuine curiosity of the students are some of the most memorable of my educational career. This is true in art; the images I’ve created when inspired to explore new styles and...
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I spent the first half of my senior year basically living in my college adviser's office (bless you Sara Hogue) she was incredibly patient with me and consistently guided me through the tedious process of college application, For a first generation college student applicant, whom was also struggling with intense anxiety and depression, the help...
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Hello, my name is Nick Bassetti 4 years ago in the small city called Colatina, ES in Brazil, I was planning to come to the United States, to finish high school, I never thought I would end up with the chance to go to Senegal, that's in Africa by the way, to learn...
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2018-08-20
As I stressfully prepare to leave my home next week for 8 months in India, I’ve begun to reflect on what exactly prompted me to take a gap year. It’s an idea I’ve been tossing around for years, but never fully committed to until my senior year. I thought for my first blog post...
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I grew up calling a two-room apartment my home. As we shifted three more times, I realized that home is where my family is. A family of 5 turned into a family of 7 and just like that my home expanded. My friends make me feel at home. A book makes me feel at home....
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2018-08-20
She is excited, afraid, happy and sad. The light reflects on her with white painting, and big spaces. She wants to write her story. Several years and memories behind her She represents a barrier. She feels freer than ever, she wants to write her story. She is not she. she is not the...
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2018-08-20
Hello, My name is Mafe (short version of Maria Fernanda) and I am from Queretaro, Mexico. Two years ago I started a unique experience by obtaining a scholarship to study high school in UWC Singapore, finishing this summer. Soon I will start a new adventure, I will take a gap year in Ecuador with help of Global...
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