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Winter Storm Kyrre and Its Aftermath in Northern Norway

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Mar 21, 2014 / 0 comments

Extreme Weather Kyrre ravaged northern Norway for several days, but by Sunday 16th March, it was all over. Benny Høynes, who lives in Sortland in Vesterålen, is an avid photographer. When Kyrre ravaged its worst, he dressed himself for the storm, and took the camera out.

After the storm, the nicer weather came and the sun was shining for several days. Take a look...

Traveling the Cambodian Genocide

by Dr. Jessie Voigts /
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Mar 20, 2014 / 0 comments

Sometimes, even though history is unbearable to revisit, we must. We must to change the future, to honor those that have lost their lives, to make sure that this never happens again. One such history is the tragegy that is still unfolding in Cambodia.

The Last Burrah Sahibs

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Mar 20, 2014 / 0 comments

Have you ever wanted to time travel? If you’re not Dr. Who, then you have to rely on books, media, and your imagination. I’ve always been fascinated by life in other countries, at different periods of time. One such time that catches my eye is British Colonial life in India in the 1960s.

Good Things in Grand Rapids: Grand Rapids Popcorn

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Mar 18, 2014 / 0 comments

Did you know that Grand Rapids, Michigan, is home to an amazing popcorn place? It's true! We've been enjoying Grand Rapids Popcorn for years and years (they started in 1944, but alas we've not been alive - or munching their popcorn - that long).

 

Common Travel Emergencies to Avoid on Study Abroad

by Michael Kelly / Mar 17, 2014 / 0 comments

With study abroad programs at an all-time high - approximately 274,000 American students traveled abroad during the 2010-2011 school year - educators need to plan ahead to avoid common travel emergencies for themselves and their students. Taking preventive measures is essential. Advance preparations will keep your travels memorable…for all the right reasons.

Essay Writing Tips

by Lexa Pennington /
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Mar 17, 2014 / 0 comments

Essay writing is considered to be one of the most challenging assignments received by students at colleges and universities.

Rethink Charity: What I learned from Tibetan Kids

by Lin Yuhan /
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Mar 17, 2014 / 0 comments

I traveled to Tibet last summer for almost two weeks. While I was mesmerized by the heaven-like nature there, I was more intrigued by the living conditions Tibetans suffer, especially the children.

Florida Culture for the Week of March 17 By Josh Garrick

by Josh Garrick / Mar 17, 2014 / 0 comments

Florida Culture for the Week of March 17 By Josh Garrick

Mar 19 to April 20 – Shakespeare Takes On Julius Caesar

A Real World Education at Open Doors

by Dr. Jessie Voigts /
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Mar 15, 2014 / 0 comments

“I saw fifth-graders who were already jaded, and first graders who were still eager to learn. What happens in those years between?” This is the question that elementary science teacher Rebecca Kirk asked herself five years ago.

Up Close and Personal with the Terracotta Army

by Adrian Landsberg /
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Mar 13, 2014 / 0 comments

A HALF DAY SEEING THE TERRACOTTA WARRIOR MUSEUM IN XIAN, CHINA

“Hi there.”

Oh no, not another guide trying to sell me his services, I turned around to give another resounding no but was greeted by…

“Don't worry, I'm not a guide.”

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