Strangeness and Familiarity
Published by Carter Teng
The progression of my homesickness was alarming. I had been in Belgrade for less than two weeks when I changed …
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Week 6: Unfamiliar Streets
Published by Melody Hong
Week 6 marked a new page in our time in Korea. We moved from Jiguchon to Wooridul, and to me, …
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Impact on Me
Published by Morgan Bird
As I wrap up the final week of my DukeEngage experience, I reflect on the meaningful people with whom I …
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“What’s Up, Sexy?”
Published by Anna Chulack
Sexual harassment is any unwanted conduct of a sexual nature. Sexual harassment includes but is not limited to physical, verbal, …
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The Importance of Advocacy
Published by Jessica Marlow
“You are all part of the top 10 percent. You do know that right?” An uncomfortable silence descends. We look …
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Learning Life Skills from the Office
Published by Paula Moreno
We are past the halfway point of the program and I have adapted quickly to the work environment. As a …
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The First Month
Published by Sarah Perez
Wow. I can’t believe I’m already halfway done with this program, that I’ve already been working at my internship for …
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New Confidence
Published by Morgan Bird
During my first week at the National Association for Campus Activities (NACA), I settled into the Columbia community, the organization, …
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The Art of Layering
Published by Tara Vigil
There’s a Mark Twain quote that says, “The coldest winter I ever spent was a summer in San Francisco.” He’s …
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The Little Things
Published by Morgan Bird
“…but I don’t know why,” I said to my mom during our daily, post-work phone call. Earlier that day, I …
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