Category Archives: Class of 2009

In the 1950s, Dr. Hedrick F Verwoerd was on his way to becoming the Prime Minister of South Africa when he made the following statement: “When I have control of native education, I will reform it so that natives will … Continue reading →

During our time in Cape Town, each student got the unique opportunity to spend three days at a mini-internship at an organization. I spent my time at Impact Direct Ministries, a non-profit organization that provides counseling and other similar services … Continue reading →

While South Africa is often looked at as a leader on the African continent, many issues still face this very young democratic country. Before we left Cape Town, I was able to interview three different agencies about issues that children … Continue reading →

As a student studying in South Africa, I have come to realize that there are many remarkable aspects of this country.  One way in which we have expanded our knowledge about these advancements is through Charlayne Hunter-Gault’s novel “New News … Continue reading →

Only a half-hour ferry ride from Cape Town’s Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, Robben Island has become one of South Africa’s most recognized attractions. The Robben Island Museum is said to be “living.” The first minutes of the guided bus tour … Continue reading →

As I researched where I wanted to go for a Winter Term abroad, I looked for a course that would allow me to get a deeper insight into a culture with which I was unfamiliar, as well as allow me … Continue reading →

We arrived at Kruger National Park on the 14th. We were supposed to go on a safari that first night but due to traveling delays, we missed our scheduled safari. So we all got our suitcases and went straight to … Continue reading →

Upon entering the Apartheid Museum in Johannesburg, I was given a laminated business-card sized piece of paper.  On it was written “Non-white”.  I looked around at the cards in my classmates’ hands.  Some held cards that were the same as … Continue reading →

After two safari experiences here in South Africa, we ended up seeing about eight different animals and all of the Big Five except the water buffalo.  What an incredible experience!    We started off on Friday morning before the sun.  … Continue reading →