“As We Go On… We Remember”

This famous lyric has danced through my head on repeat throughout my last three days here at EARTH. All week, I…

One Week Left

Seven weeks is an interesting amount of time- It’s short enough to be just part of a summer or a slightly long trip. It’s also long…

Stories, Glories, and Memories

“We travel not to escape life, but for life not to escape us.” — Unknown

The Reason I’m Here — Science!

utilizing microorganisms, increasing plant production

A Case Study in Tentulipadar: Sumi

My 8 Week Reflection

Throughout my 8 weeks in Kenya I’ve experienced tremendous growth. I’ve grown as a global citizen, aspiring scientist…

Asante Sana- Thank You

As I ran across the finish line to my Internship, and took my first steps into the Des Moines International Airport my heart felt at…

Kwaheri and Reverse Culture Shock

Bidding farewell to Kenya, but hello to a new world perspective!

The Universal Language

Traveling China and interacting with local people reminded me of a poster I used to pass every day in my old elementary…

Homeward Bound

And here we are. My luggage tucked into a corner of the lab until we go to the airport, my water bottle steadily being emptied…