Beginnings of a New Year in La Romana
It is hard to believe that the coming of the New Year also signifies that my time in La Romana is almost halfway finished.
Cleaning Day in Tanzania
As a student of sociology and politics, I can tell you that now is a very interesting time to live in Tanzania. Most years, you won’t find massive rallies and inspiring speeches.
Guide to Wisconsin Dells, WI
“I’m already dreaming about my next summer in [the] Dells!” —Katya M., Work & Travel USA participant from Russia. Image courtesy of Katya M. Wisconsin Dells is just one of many fun, seasonal areas where InterExchange Work & Travel USA participants live and work. Located in the Midwestern state of Wisconsin right in the middle of “America’s Heartland,” […]
La Antigua, Guatemala for Spanish Immersion
If you’re anything like me your Spanish improves in small bursts (usually to regress a few weeks later, but hey). I have no doubt that my most serious progress has occurred during trips to Spanish speaking locations, where organic opportunities to practice present themselves on a daily basis.
Educating Community Health Workers in Peru
As I approach three months in Ollantaytambo, we held our first continuing education training, or capacitación, for our first two rounds of promotoras (P1 and P2). These promotoras have been part of the program for over two years.
Latino/a and Hispanic Culture in the U.S.
The terms Hispanic and Latino/a are often used interchangeably. They actually have different meanings that are often the subject of debate. It is generally accepted that Hispanic refers to people with a Spanish-speaking background. Latino, on the other hand, refers to those from the geographic region of Latin America.
Socio-Political Movements of the Mid-20th Century
The 20th century saw social and political movements that revolutionized American culture. Following the end of World War II in 1945, the U.S. entered a new era.
Important Americans: Pocahontas (c. 1595-c. 1617)
Pocahontas is one of the best-known Native Americans in U.S. history. Her life has inspired many books, artwork and films.
Advice for Counselor Applicants From One of Our Camp Directors!
It feels like this summer just ended but it’s time to start making plans for next summer! Applications are being completed and employers are ready to interview and hire. As we enter camp placement season, Emily S., Director at Camp Stonewall, has offered some very good advice for anyone applying to our Camp USA program, or any J-1 exchange program for that matter!
UFOs, Roswell and Area 51
People around the world have long speculated about the possibility of existence of life on other planets. In the U.S., there is a history of UFO (unidentified flying object) sightings and theories about government cover-ups of alien visitations.