Category Archives: Global Scholars

On June 6 2023, I interviewed Darzi, a genre-fluid, experimental musician producer. Darzi has made a name for himself, especially in the Delhi Independent Music scene. His second album ‘Awaaz’ played commercial club-worthy tunes while the lyrics spoke about domestic violence and other major crimes against women. While talking to all these musicians, I haveContinue reading “The privilege of Experimenting”

I had been settling down at my parents’ place. In general, the environment here is so much more chaotic than in Tallahassee, despite Tally being a college town. My spice tolerance has really gone down, so I have been struggling a little with the food here. I have made it a habit to get aContinue reading “My transition to India”

Between dives, I spend the majority of my time on base at MCP. The central location on the base is called the Hex, it is a hexagonal-shaped building where volunteers and staff come to eat, do work, record survey data, and chill out. The Hex is also equipped with private lockers and charging plugs usefulContinue reading “Sphere Map”

Throughout my fellowship with student PIRGS, I’ve worked alongside students from various backgrounds, academic disciplines, and experiences, fostering a sense of unity and shared purpose. We are a team driven by the belief that education should be accessible to all, and this collective mindset creates a strong sense of community among us. I’ve learned thatContinue reading “Fostering Community Through Shared Goals”

Engaging in positive experiences, such as volunteering and actively participating in community events, has deeply enriched my sense of belonging and connection to the community. Through these experiences, I have developed a profound appreciation for the collective efforts of my community in caring for one another and our environment. Volunteering has fueled my passion toContinue reading “Community”

Since moving to this small beach community, I have observed two prominent areas where solidarity is notably strong: beach conservation and addressing hunger. Living in such a close-knit community fosters a sense of responsibility among its members to support and assist one another. This collective mindset has facilitated the success of organizations like BEAM, whichContinue reading “Solidarity”

Currently, I have successfully completed my CNA training and my focus is primarily on volunteering, studying, and adhering to my usual summer work schedule. My daily routine varies depending on the specific activities planned for the day. During the days dedicated to CNA training, I would attend the training program from 8 am to 2Continue reading “Routine”

A noticeable social disparity that has caught my attention in my community revolves around the insufficient support provided to single-parent households and families with disabled children. Currently, I volunteer at a food pantry that is supplied by donations and the affiliated garden. Families visit the pantry and select items that align with their dietary needsContinue reading “Structural Inequalities”