Advancing Religious Understanding and a Culture of Dialogue in Education

Advancing Religious Understanding and a Culture of Dialogue in Education

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October 1, 2019

Political Correctness in an Accepting Society

Akash Apte (C '21) reflects on how the understanding of appearance-related vocabulary differs between Chile and the United States, and considers the Chilean cultural context to explain why Chileans frequently use words that are considered offensive by American standards.

Cattle represent wealth and prosperity in Rwandan culture and it's tradition for cattle caretakers to write a unique song for each cow. I was lucky enough to hear this cattle caretaker perform this cow's song right before taking this photo.

October 1, 2019

A Rwandan Lesson to Americans in Reconciliation, Forgiveness, and Community

Elena Ortiz (SFS '21) explores cultural differences between Rwanda and the United States and comments on how reconciliation work following the Rwandan genocide can provide a model to battle divisions within American society.

October 1, 2019

A Nation of Refugees

Tara Maloney (SFS '21) explores the effects of regional conflict in Jordan, a country that has often seemed far removed from the wars in Iraq and Syria and comments on Jordanian hospitality to other cultures.