Day 5: CAC museum and sound workshop

Day 5: CAC museum and sound workshop

Today, we were in class from 9-5. While I would normally feel overwhelmed with so much structured class time, the students on this trip exponentially augment each experience. Normally, stagnancy gives me agita, but the many hours spent in classes were both…

Day 4: July 11, 2016

Day 4: July 11, 2016

For Day 4 of our dialogue we began the day with a group discussion and reflection. We discussed the pros and cons of our trip so far and we came to a mutual agreement that this group is pretty great! (Love…

Day 3: The Trip Back to the Plaza Grande

Day 3: The Trip Back to the Plaza Grande

On July, 10th we ventured back into the Plaza Grande. El Centro was lively with its Sunday crowd. We were tasked with taking time to observe the city and absorb the energy the city gave us. I revisited the lower…

Day 2 Poem

Day 2 Poem

A Saturday in Quito, full of information. We have a fast-paced dialogue, so no time for hesitation! Two guest speakers bringing the Ecuadorian culture to light, with their new insight we may all shine so bright. Javier taught us Ecuador…

Day 1: El Panecillo and Adjusting to Ecuador

Day 1: El Panecillo and Adjusting to Ecuador

Today was our first full day in Ecuador and it did not disappoint. The entire day was filled with great experiences, people, and food. To start the day, we were provided a nice breakfast meal by the hotel staff. The…