Category Archives: Class of 2016

By Jenna Hall Throughout this entire experience we have learned about the affects of apartheid, the wealth disparities among different races, the mistreatment of miners, and the corruption of the South African government. The lessons I’ve learned and the things I’ve seen have been powerful and will stay with me for the rest of my … Continue reading Educational Opportunities in Kruger Continue reading →

By Ally Nylen We have traveled to our last destination in South Africa and the program is coming to a close. Johannesburg has been an enriching and educational experience, where we had the opportunity to visit multiple museums, landscapes, markets, and see performances. As I reflect back on the past few days here, I have… Continue reading →

Christian Kowalski One common thread that weaves through slave narratives across history is the sense of voicelessness. Men, women and children lose all sense of autonomy; they are the property of white men who view them as inferior. What also connects all these narratives of colonialism and apartheid is confinement. A central element of African/African… Continue reading →

By Avery Steadman What does an 18th century mosque and an “Urban Hub” have in common? They can be found across from one another on the gentrified streets of Bo-Kaap, Cape Town in South Africa. The cold, tall, glass windows of the Urban Hub juxtapose the elegant stone walls of the mosque. Bo-Kaap village is… Continue reading →

By Rachel Krauss  Some of the experiences I have enjoyed the most were in the markets- specifically the one in the town square near our hotel in Cape Town. I loved walking through the tents and seeing what kinds of products the vendors had to offer. Each stand had similar products (such as elephant pants,… Continue reading →

Emily Fallon Blog Post 2   Food is an essential cog in the cultural machine of a country. Food, art, tourism, history and sports shape a country’s reputation in this global society. South Africa is such a diverse nation that thrives on the various foods incorporated into their daily lives. It is similar to the… Continue reading →

By Lauren McCallister Since my tribe has a focus on policies, we have spent a significant amount of time researching education in South Africa and how it was affected due to apartheid. Since arriving in the country, I have picked up on many current events relating to education the education system here. On the 21st, … Continue reading Long-Lasting Effects of Apartheid on Education Continue reading →

Rachel Zain Blog Post 2 As this journey of a lifetime is coming to an end, I look back and reflect on all of the things that we have gotten to do that built this course.  Through the township visits, museum tours, and class, I have been led to do so much deep thinking and… Continue reading →

By Devon Rogers Upon first driving into Johannesburg, I quickly recognized the economical differences between Johannesburg and Cape Town. We zoomed by billboards inviting consumers to study business, to spend time at award winning and luxury spas, and to even purchase a car at the nearest Mercedes Benz dealership. These billboards suggest the city is… Continue reading →

By Devon Rogers Upon first driving into Johannesburg, I quickly recognized the economical differences between Johannesburg and Cape Town. We zoomed by billboards inviting consumers to study business, to spend time at award winning and luxury spas, and to even purchase a car at the nearest Mercedes Benz dealership. These billboards suggest the city is… Continue reading →