By Linda Phan When the opportunity surfaced to study abroad for a summer in South Africa, I wanted to be a part of it. South Africa is a country that is still transitioning from decades of segregation. Although apartheid may have ended over 20 years ago, the feeling of division is still there. I was curious to know how racism affected people in this climate of change and how their experiences compared to my own. My research has provided this understanding. The extensive research commitment and in-depth experience I gained on this study abroad trip have helped me in building my resume and will enhance employment opportunities. I believe that conducting research on a topic that is … [Read more...] about Studying abroad made possible
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Debate on a modified World Bank
Marion Gil |News Editor| This week, fives countries are seeking to launch their own versions of the World Bank as well as their own International Monetary Fund (IMF). Brazil, Russia, India, China and Africa, collectively called the BRICS countries, are attempting to launch these international financial plans as a way to give emerging economies around the world an alternative to Western dominated financial loans, according to the Associated Press. The first plan suggested by the countries is their own version of the IMF called the Contingent Reserve Arrangement, which will be a $100 billion fund they claim will be dedicated to fighting international financial crises. The … [Read more...] about Debate on a modified World Bank