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"This trip has definitely been one for the books. This has probably the toughest physical and mental group that I have been apart of. The first week in Lima was basically a big icebreaker and we all waited in anticipation for our individual homestay. I think I can speak on behalf of the whole group …
Experimenter Devin mixes paints together for the group mural. Experimenter Laura records her part of the song made by students and Tanzanian artists. The 2017 Experiment mural depicts Mzee Pete’s dream to one day take the orphans at the UAACC to the beach. Experimenters work with local producers to find the perfect beat for their …
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By Experimenter Laura The stars are absolutely incredible; you can see the Milky Way! There are no words to describe the beauty and number of the night sky. Bring warm clothes and get ready to stargaze. Prepare for acacia. Thorns. Everywhere. You’ll find yourself with your hair tangled in the branches or with your foot …
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By Experimenter Christine: Spending every moment with the same people for five whole weeks is not an easy journey. We’ve definitely had our ups, but there were also downs. As the trip is ending, I am reminded of all of our shared experiences; ones that provoke tears, laughter, and at times, sadness. I will miss …
By Experimenter Sophia: When we push ourselves to our limits, we find that we can go even further than we ever thought we could. Like a difficult stretch, we always find the strength to push an extra inch after reaching as far as we think can muster. Back home, I fancied myself living a simple …
Experimenter Aflah drags an acacia branch to fortify the campsite wall. Experimenter Christine wears work gloves as she repairs a boma with a mud mixture. Her jacket is also useful to keep warm in the often chilly bush. During the bike tour of Dar es Salaam, Experimenters learn about and purchase the colorful kangas and …
During our last meal together, we all passed around a list of travel quotes, and we each chose one quote that spoke to us personally. Afterwards, we went around and read our quotes, and explained why we chose them. Here are a few of ours: Emma: “I sooned realized that a journey doesn’t go far …
Although I just met these people, I feel like they are about to be some of my closest friends. Though distance may separate our physical presence in the future, I feel that we will always be connected at heart (and through our phones… thank goodness for technology!) But over these past two weeks, I’ve grown …
When your local program leader tells you that he and his SIT coworkers/family own a school--you don't know what to expect. I imagined a classroom, but to my surprise we witnessed a nearly 20-classroom building serving hundreds of local school children. I am honored to learn from such amazing individuals who are more humble than …
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