Studying sustainability while abroad has probably amplified my awareness of how human impact on the environment is dealt with here. In general, the cars are smaller and therefore more fuel-efficient. The only person in my building who has a car… READ MORE →
“England Prevails”
I haven’t yet met a princess or prince, but I do see the Queen everywhere; her face is on all the money. Her portrait even appears on the stamps I use to send postcards. I once got lost while cycling… READ MORE →
Gender Relations in Jordan
Perhaps the most noticeable difference between the US and (what I have experienced of) the Arab world is gender relations. What strikes me the most in this regard is not the fact that most women dress more conservatively than in… READ MORE →
Food in Jordan – Nothing wrong with four meals a day
Most Jordanian food does not fall into the category of bizarre cuisine but remains very different from what I am used to. On a very basic level, it is more uncommon to have fresh fruit, vegetables, or milk, and meat… READ MORE →