Stereotypes Abroad
Over winter term I had the privilege of studying in Lille, France with the economics term abroad. There, I attended classes and social events and worked in groups with students from all over the world. In addition to fun nights …→
North Korea goes ballistic
North Korea’s young leader Kim Jong-Un has heightened tensions with South Korea and the United States through repeated nuclear threats and the renunciation of a 60-year-old armistice that has since secured peace on the Korean peninsula. U.S. officials have confirmed …→
A sunny and carefree winter term in Córdoba, Argentina
This past winter, 21 Union students traveled to Córdoba, Argentina to study Spanish, live with host families, volunteer and immerse themselves in an incredibly foreign culture. Geographically speaking, Córdoba is located in the very center of Argentina. Our group was …→
Is Venezuela uncertain after Chavez’s death?
Since being elected president in 1999, Chavez was one of the most polarizing figures in the arena of international politics. Adored by many Venezuelans for his charismatic leadership and social programs, he was equally reviled by many Americans for his …→
Following the Fellows
The e-mail was entitled “!” from Tom McEvoy. He informed me that I would be spending nine months working at the Engeye Health Clinic in Southern Uganda in a small rural village called Ddegeya. I said good-bye to the world …→
Following the Fellows
They asked what characteristic I admired in others, but didn’t possess. I responded, “confidence.” Seven months later, I still wonder if the committee sent me to Estero de Plátano, Ecuador, under the Yanapuma Foundation, because they knew I would gain …→
VAWA passes, while the VRA may be declared unconsitutional
It’s been a busy week in Washington. Lawmakers reauthorized the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) after Republicans controversially tried to block the bill over protections for Native Americans, immigrants and LGBT people. On the other side of Capitol Hill, the …→
Following the Fellows
Howard Thurman said it best: “Don’t ask yourself what the world needs. Ask yourself what makes you come alive and then go do that…because what the world needs is people who have come alive.” Cambodia is amazing. It truly makes …→
Benedict XVI’s resignation shocks the world
As many have learned over the past few weeks, Pope Benedict XVI has decided to resign as the figurehead of Vatican City and the Roman Catholic Church. Benedict is the first pope to resign since Celestine V did the same …→
Amnesty International hosts discussion on arms trade treaty
Last Wednesday night’s Dinner and Discussion at Golub House provided a forum for people to discuss an issue that has been more widely discussed as of late: guns, particularly the Arms Trade Treaty. Political Science Professors Tom Lobe and Anthony …→
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