“Getting Fit in Cuba”
For my semester project on Cuba, I want to learn about the different ways the Cuban population exercises, and what sort of a diet they have when they are working…
Category: Student Blogs
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“The Elephant in the Room: Diplomacy in Cuba”
For Americans and Cubans alike, political relations between the United States and Cuba are a curious and often tense issue. As we delve into the history of U.S.-Cuba relations this…
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Tourism & Its Effect on the Cuban People
I have always loved to travel. Everywhere I travel, I always wonder how the locals really feel about tourists, and what it would be like to live in an area…
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The Elephant in the Room: Diplomacy in Cuba
Diplomacy has always fascinated me, specifically its inner-workings. I had no hesitation in gravitating towards it when confronted with my semester project here in Cuba. Cuba provides a truly unique…
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First Impressions – Molly Duncan
When I first arrived in Cuba I was pleased to be met by sun shine and warm weather. I was nervous because I do not have as much practice speaking…
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First Impressions – Zack Wepfer
I knew Cuba was close but I didn’t realize how close until our flight from Miami to Havana took about 40 minutes. Over the past few days we have already…
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First Impressions – Kate McKenney
The Cuban flag flying over the airport in Havana was at first an odd sight. Now I don’t think twice about seeing “¡Viva la revolución!,” Fidel’s face, and José Marti…
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First Impressions – Emily Swartz
My first few days in Cuba have been amazing! I love Havana and I can’t wait to see the rest of the country. Everyone I’ve spoken to has been very…
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First Impressions – Cory Weaver
I tried hard to imagine how Cuba would be before arriving here. After four days here in la Habana, I can honestly say it’s more than I could have ever…
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First Impressions – Amanda Wynn
My first impression of Cuba was that it is a country unlike any other. Ever since landing, my days have been one adventure after another. Havana is a beautiful, busy…