Category: Copenhagen
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2019 – a Third year in Copenhagen
As I looked toward starting my fourth year in Copenhagen, I was filled with excitement and anticipation. This July, instead of being in Denmark my brother and I embarked and headed across the ocean to Arizona. A trip to the United States to visit our parents! We had not seen them in person for over…
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Embarking on a new Journey
In December, I began my journey with the International Work Group for Indigenous Affairs (IWGIA) on the Indigenous Navigator and in the Global Governance Team. As part of my role, I will be coordinating the 2019 edition of the Indigenous World, an essential publication that sheds light on indigenous peoples’ rights. Joining an exceptional international…
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Blood moon in Copenhagen, 2018
When one thinks of Copenhagen, and particularly of the city – many things come to mind. The architecture, Nyhaven, Danish Hygge, and the beautiful lakes that dot the city. From the tranquil waters of Sortedams Sø, across the city following the old fortifications and nearly connecting themselves to the bustling (with tourists) harbor of Nyhavn.…
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Another wonderful year in Copenhagen
This spring and summer have been wonderful, filled with dancing and joy. As I sit here, on the cusp of my third year in Copenhagen, I can hardly believe how quickly the time has flown by. The past two years have been a whirlwind of activity, filled with new experiences and challenges. With fantastic trips,…
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One Year in Copenhagen, Wrapping up my thesis
ne of the things that immediately caught my attention upon arriving in Copenhagen was the stunning architecture, and particularly the feel of the city. Copenhagen feels cozy and accessible, despite being the capital of a Nordic country. The city is highly walkable and studded with Cafe’s and shops, with everything within easy reach. I can…
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Ideating my Thesis
I’m in the last phases of my thesis, working on finishing my final draft, and I realize I haven’t really talked about it that much here on the blog! My Master’s thesis is the capstone component of my studies here with the Erasmus Mundus Global Studies program, and I’ve been working on narrowing in it’s…
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Six months in Copenhagen
I arrived in Copenhagen in June of 2016, in the height of summer, with an amazing trip to Myanmar planned in July and the start of studies at the middle of August. Now that those fantastic trips have come to a close, I’m reflecting on an amazing and blessed life. My studies have started at…
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Exploring beautiful Copenhagen
I’ve just arrived here in Copenhagen for the second time in as many months and it is just as wonderful and exciting as I remember. It’s been too long since I’ve had the chance to visit, to really settle in and get comfortable. In winter of 2014, at the end of my contract as a…