Last week marked six months here in la Republica. In five months, I've had two jobs, lived in five apartments and two cities, gone to four beaches, taken countless conchos (public cars), eaten innumerable quantities of tostones, and met so many amazing people. My feet have trekked the streets of Santiago, Santo Domingo, Cabarete, Puerto Plata, Esperanza, Batey … Continue reading Finding my way
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On to week three of teaching
After almost two months in the Dominican Republic, I have made it through the first two weeks of teaching. I spend most of my free time planning lessons and preparing for the following day. I've been getting to know my colleagues and I am truly blessed to have their friendship and support. I have been … Continue reading On to week three of teaching
Ser Maestra
The past three weeks here in the Dominican Republic have been fantastic: learning new things at teacher training, meeting great people, eating tasty food, enjoying enormous amounts of sun, drinking fresh juices, and relaxing in the breezes. I am extremely grateful to be here and for this opportunity. I couldn't be happier to be here. I am … Continue reading Ser Maestra
What to Do In: Inwood
It was a gorgeous day yesterday and I took the A train to the start at 207th to check out the Inwood Greenmarket. (See a full listing of Greenmarkets in NYC) I am looking into getting more locally sourced produce, so I plan to join a CSA in my neighborhood. Until the program starts, I … Continue reading What to Do In: Inwood
Uptown Girl
I'm back! It's been a year and what a year! Everything has changed. Since my last post, I have graduated from Binghamton University with a Master's in Business Administration, started working at a non-profit in East Harlem, moved to Washington Heights and have been back to the Dominican Republic twice. I will be refocusing this … Continue reading Uptown Girl
Final Semester
It's finally here. The last semester. I have 68 days until graduation! It will be bitter sweet as this city has been my home for five years now. I have a fantastic job on campus, I'm in a challenging but rewarding program, I have incredible friends,and I live in a great house with great people. … Continue reading Final Semester
BScene Launch Event
Our first BScene event was a success! This past Thursday, December 1st, we brought 100 people together at Mad Moose in downtown Binghamton for a networking event. There were guests from Binghamton University, especially from the Graduate Management Association, who was our co-sponsor, Southern Tier Young Professionals, BAE, and BingSpot, among others. Wavelength Audio Productions did … Continue reading BScene Launch Event
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