I had hoped to be writing this from some poorly-lit and frighteningly disorganized hostel room in Brisbane. Or maybe I would have been drinking a flat white at one of the endless coffee shops that only serve espresso (no drip coffee??) and sometimes have odd drinks like hot elderberry juice. Alas, I must now brew …
Author Archives: Natalie Meinhardt
Friendship Through Shared Experiences by Rose Sandell
It has been over a month since I have seen everyone and it has not been easy. Zooming with everyone just isn’t the same as sitting down for group dinners or being on the bus for 5 hours. I have been reflecting a lot on the lectures and educational experiences I had during the 7 …
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Another Week 5 Update by Justin E.
This week has been such an interesting ride of reflection and transition. Not only have we gone from country to country, but we began a transition to a whole new viewpoint on culture and values. The last nights in Queenstown, ranging from a winery tour to review sessions that gave us time to have overall …
Aussie Aussie Aussie– Oi Week 5! by Rachel R.
This week was one of bittersweet change for the group as our time in New Zealand came to a close in Queenstown. We ate some final scoops of ice cream from Patagonia (unrelated to the clothing brand), learned of the intricacies and nuances of New Zealand vineyards, and took a lake-side hike to a bluff …
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Week 1 in New Zealand! by Marcel H.
Today marks exactly one week since we began our venture to New Zealand and Australia. This week has included travels to Auckland, Paihia and three different Islands. The most impactful day for me this week was in Paihia, commemorating Waitangi Day. Waitangi Day gives people the opportunity to remember the treaty of Waitangi that, among …