Pancakes and Hoecakes and the Love of Food

Pancakes and Hoecakes and the Love of Food

1/19/19- Saturday Morning: “I could start a war over pancakes,” says Rieke, a German ARI volunteer, as we gather for breakfast. The others at the table echo her sentiment. “Honestly, I will throw down to get ahold of these,” Imani, a fellow St. Olaf student, replies. ...
Reflections at the Watarase Basin

Reflections at the Watarase Basin

I stand out in the wetlands of the Watarase Basin. All around me, the swaying grasses, circling hawks, and expansive blue skies make me think of Minnesota. I breathe in the fresh air and, for a moment, let myself relish in the sunshine and natural setting. But only...