Cambodia

First Day of Class in a Foreign Country

I was hoping they would ask, and they did — on the very first day of class. “Teacher, why do you come to Cambodia?”

I told them why I came. I told them I wanted to help them learn the English language and I wanted them to know they…

Cambodia: A Day in the Life

A quick snapshot of a day in the life of an ELIC teacher in Cambodia -

I’ve never been confused for a prolific photographer. In part, I never remember to carry a camera. Also, things that may be unique eventually just become part of everyday life. I…

20 reasons why you should move to Cambodia [PHOTOS]

Why Cambodia? If someone were to ask me where they should go to serve and teach, I know that my words could only go so far. I could tell them about the excitement of driving a motorbike around the city during rainy season. I could tell them…

Lost in Translation

My fascination with other cultures began in the 6th grade when I first discovered Spanish. It seemed to me to be a secret code that bordered on magic. How could they be communicating thoughts and ideas, but not in words as I understood them?

Entrusted with a beautiful and important task

This is my third semester teaching the “Teacher Training” class. The 1.5 hour class meets three times a week for conversational English and listening practice. I see my students more as being with five or six of my parent’s best friends who I am…

A Letter to Phnom Penh

Dear Cambodia,

We just met, but I already like you. A lot. I like the way you welcomed me with sweat and a glass of orange juice. I’m thankful for how kind you were to carry my teammates and I’s luggage to our room. I like the way you smile at my brothers, my…

Showing My Friends Cambodia

By Austin Stewart

When I call a certain place the most beautiful place on Earth that is saying a lot, because I’m from Texas and it’s hard to get more beautiful than Texas.