Adventures in K-12 Education
I was ready abandon teaching entirely when I came across an ad looking for innovative educators wanting to teach at a full-time online charter school.
Perspectives Archives
Reflections on Haiti
What sustains a community? I asked myself that question a lot while I was in Haiti this past June.
Empowering Women in India
By following some simple rules, one can feel more connected with the people of India and they will embrace your effort to learn about their culture.
Building Bridges, Creating Hope
Joseph Casas visited Cordoba, Argentina, on a Fullbright International Education Administrators Program Scholarship to observe how students with learning disabilities are supported in Argentine schools.
All Hands on Deck
This was not a challenge, but an opportunity to make a difference at a large school in need. I grew excited, and set out to learn as much as possible about how I could make a difference for Foster’s students and community.
Democracy Through Technology
I am eager to determine how ICT can benefit some of the world’s poorest learners, such as those in the informal settlements in this beautiful but socially under-resourced city.
Curiosities and a Cultural Awakening
While India was not originally on my must-visit list, I thought it would be a rich environment for my first scholarly journey.
Hope with Every Sunrise
The sunrise in Haiti was especially hot. Our team of 39 of doctors, nurses, EMTs, and humanitarians had pitched our tents at the New Life Children’s home, an orphanage just a few minutes’ drive from the Port-au-Prince airport.
Going Full Circle
I was already in a state of disbelief at my commencement ceremony in 2004. After four years of hard work, I could not believe I had finally reached this exciting turning point. But then one professor said something to astound me further: “You did it, girl — now come back and teach.”
The Bear Necessities
Visiting Fiji for the first time and on a village tour through the remote areas of this beautiful island, I was struck by the sight of an old (nonworking) computer in an otherwise emptyclassroom at the Koroinasau Primary School.
The Conscious Practice of Self Care
The alarm goes off, the shades are not quite drawn, and the sun’s penetrating rays are now warming my eyes, gently saying “wake up.”
A Singular Effort with Significant Results
A perspective by Todd Coston from the Fall/Winter 2009 Issue of Colleague Alumni Magazine.
A Leap of Faith
A perspective by Gail Wilburn from the Fall/Winter 2009 Issue of Colleague Alumni Magazine.
“A” is for Accomplishment
A perspective by Nicole Johnson from the Fall/Winter 2009 Issue of Colleague Alumni Magazine.
Changing Lives: From Trauma to Healing
A perspective by Dr. Rene Hernandez-Cardenache from the Spring/Summer 2009 Issue of Colleague Alumni Magazine.
Giving Wings to Make Hopes Soar
A perspective by Wendy McElfish from the Spring/Summer 2009 Issue of Colleague Alumni Magazine.
Life, Literacy, and the Pursuit of Happiness
A perspective by Kimberly Anderson-Jefferson from the Spring/Summer 2009 Issue of Colleague Alumni Magazine.
Academy for Recording Arts gives Students an Education in Technology and Life
A perspective by Dr. Jennifer Murphy from the Winter 2008 Issue of Colleague Alumni Magazine.
Doctoral Student Explores Cultural Competency in Research Visit to Nepal
In “The World Is Flat”, author Thomas Friedman describes how modern technology is flattening the world that Christopher Columbus discovered was round.