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Rain or Shine
I had been cooped up in my dorm room for what felt like an eternity finishing several papers when I peered out the window and noticed the sun shining brightly onto the quad. Having not seen the sun in days, … Continue reading
North
Three weeks ago we made our way up to Belfast for the spring Mitchell weekend and a chance to learn a bit about Northern Ireland. I was looking forward to seeing part of the island I hadn’t gotten to yet, … Continue reading
Unwiring the brain
As the new year has rolled on, I have started to enter the “business” end of the year, as it were. Classes have wrapped up for the most part, and now I am spending most of my time getting my … Continue reading
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Ode to the Mitchells
When I first found out that I received the Mitchell Scholarship, I remember scanning through the bios of the other recipients and feeling slightly intimidated at their long lists of accolades, language proficiencies, and academic credentials. This was, undoubtedly, a … Continue reading
Looking Forward
I cannot believe that it’s already March! I’ve settled into a great rhythm with my research project, seeing friends, and continuing to explore Dublin. I also recently found a wonderful little ceramics studio that I’ve been going to some evenings. … Continue reading
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Decisions and Doctoral Programs
April 15th looms in the distance, an ominous number on my calendars, both electronic and paper. It is a constant presence, in emails, texts, Skype conversations, and phone calls. It is ever approaching at a steady pace, and this time … Continue reading
Life in the Civil Service
For the past month, I have assumed the life of a Northern Ireland Civil Servant. As a requirement of my degree, Leadership for Sustainable Rural Development, I must complete a sixteen week work placement. By my good fortune, I have … Continue reading
Thoughts on composing
When you decide early that you want to be a composer, you get used to people asking you “So how do you plan to make a living at that?” Sometimes the question is aggressive, sometimes kind and genuinely curious, but … Continue reading
Islam in Ireland
Last Friday, I was finally able to attend Jumu’ah (Friday) prayers at a masjid (mosque) in nearby Clonskeagh. Jumu’ah is a congregational service that takes place once a week on Friday afternoons, bringing together the Muslim community and offering an … Continue reading
A Window Into a Wonderful World
I was three hours into my first day of pike fishing in Ireland when I heard the best words that have been spoken to me since touching down in the Emerald Isle. As an 8-pound pike took a brief hiatus … Continue reading
Midyear Update
My time in Ireland has been valuable and constructive for so many different reasons. I have had the opportunity to explore Dublin, a vibrant and historic city, and to immerse myself in a new and foreign culture. There is something … Continue reading
The Unconqerable Christmas Spirit of Belfast
Last December, the Belfast City Council decided to limit the number of days the Union Jack would be flown over Belfast City Hall. This decision sparked a firestorm of controversy, protests, and civil unrest. This discontent led to protests … Continue reading