Jessie Voigts's Blog, page 65
April 18, 2022
Read This: How to Start Incorporating Ethical, Environmental, and Economic Sustainability. Kelsey Timmerman's Where Am I Wearing?
One of the biggest issues in the history of mankind is climate change; there are appalling effects of climate change to our planet, society, and the communities it impacts. The amount of pollution contributed to global climate change is partially due to heavy consumerism. The rise in global temperatures will inevitably lead to lack of quality crops such as cotton, reducing the ability to make quality clothing. Fast fashion companies are notorious for over-producti...
Music for Connecting Community
Music can be a way of connecting community, in hard times, in times of celebration, and in day-to-day life. Music is helpful for reflecting on one's own, also. Music offers ways of marking things, too, and of considering questions and challenges which may arise..
Whatever season you may be in, consider the work of these musicians as you move through the time.
When Megan Henderson was commissioned to write music for the New Voices strand of the Celtic Connections...
April 16, 2022
Climate Change and Sustainability: Why Should You Care?
I drove down to Myrtle Beach last spring break. Upon arriving, I couldn’t help but notice the mounds of litter huddling around the stop sign at an intersection. While walking around, I was able to observe the murky waters of this popular spring break spot. I wondered how the ecosystem in the local ocean was able to survive the hazards caused by beachgoers, and how it affected the local water quality.
South Carolina is one of six states...
April 13, 2022
Ellie Calvert: #CommunityCollegeBecause ... It’s A Great Education For Everyone
Ellie Calvert is working towards her Associate of Science at the Community College of Allegheny County (CCAC) in the hopes to become a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA). She notes, “I have been doing ballet my whole life, and I am a retired professional ballet dancer! I am currently a Pilates and Ballet Instructor at various ballet schools around the city.”
How did you choose your major in college? How did you choose CCAC? Did you have a mentor or person who he...
April 7, 2022
Enjoying McDonald's Around the World: My Top 4 Countries
One of my favorite traditions I’ve come up with while journeying around the world is eating at McDonald’s. I know it seems ridiculous to eat at an American food chain in France or Japan, but hear me out!
I just came back from my 30th country. I’ve been able to see the world because of my nomadic lifestyle. I’ve been worldschooling for the past eight years, which includes eating a lot of pretty weird things—but at least I know fish sperm is edible now! Whenever I...
8 Best Travel Tips for a Fantastic Journey
Are you planning to travel and take a break from the daily worries of life? Do you know how to plan a successful and fun trip? Here’s all the information you need to plan a journey that encompasses all you need to travel well, from where to go to how to get there to local travel tips.
Travel has a way of stretching your mind with new experiences and making you never want to go back to the old dimensions of life. However, many people find it challenging to plan a...
Planning A Vacation? 6 Tips To Pick Your Destination
With pandemic restrictions slowly lifting, now it’s a great time to move around and travel. Due to work, domestic obligations, and overall life stress, it's always a good idea to take a break and move around as much as you comfortably and safely can. With that said, it's easier said than done to book a place and go through with your travel plans. The hardest part of the experience is picking a place to visit (So. Many. Choices.), and that's where most people scr...
April 4, 2022
Yinka Shonibare Wows with Extraordinarily Beautiful, Deeply Nuanced Exhibition at Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park
One of our favorite places within Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park is the art exhibition space. In an enormous complex completely devoted to art and nature, there’s so much to see here. But as you excitedly venture through the front doors and traverse the gorgeous new entryway, plan time to peruse a landmark art exhibition before heading to the Butterflies are Blooming exhibit in the conservatory (running now) or exploring the vast sculpture gardens (perhaps o...
Through the Eyes of an Educator: From Forward Movement to Giant Leaps
In 2012, when Hurricane Sandy struck, I lived in Long Beach, NY. Living right on the ocean meant the threat of a hurricane could necessitate a water rescue. We were able to safely evacuate and had a safe place to stay. We left for our own safety—and so that no rescuers would need to risk their own life to save us. In the hurricane’s aftermath, we volunteered at the Long Beach Ice Arena, which quickly became the donation/distribution hub for the entire barrier isl...
Art, History, Music, and the Great Outdoors: Interesting Things to Do In Michigan
Michigan is a beautiful state with plenty to offer tourists and residents alike. Whatever you love, you're sure to find it here. Visitors come from all around the United States and the world to play, learn, eat well, and enjoy Michigan's four distinct seasons.
Coming from outside the US? Access to the USA is fairly easy for you as a tourist if you belong to countries such as New Zealand, the UK, or Europe, as you are eligible for the ESTA Visa, which stands for ...
