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Jaco, Costa Rica

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The Perfect Trio – By: Courtney Luckadoo

When you think of a twelve day trip with the same eleven people, you imagine you will go crazy and become frustrated very easily; however, if you are with the right people who have the right attitudes, then the trip … Continue reading

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SPA 188: Jaco, Costa Rica – By: Michael Woodward

The SPA 188 class must be examined in two halves, distinct yet intimately related. The first half contained the preparation briefings. This occurred during the second half of the spring semester of 2012. In these semi weekly meetings, the group … Continue reading

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Playa Jaco, Costa Rica – By: Cheyenne Workman

Playa Jaco, Costa Rica is truly a world of its own. Although there is a lot of “American” influence in the city now, six years ago, according to locals, half of the buildings were non-existent. The city itself is beautiful … Continue reading

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School of the World, Jaco, Costa Rica – By: Maggie James

Jaco is known for many things. Along with lively nightlife and fantastic surf spots, tucked away about five blocks from downtown is a hidden treasure, known as Escuela del Mundo. As you enter the gates to the school, you will … Continue reading

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Month Two in Africa!

Hi Bobcats! I’m just checking in to let you all know how things are over here in Kenya and post some pictures from the trip! Right now our team is in Nairobi, which is the capital city. We’re here for … Continue reading

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Winter Wildlife: Owls and Unusuals

Construction of the Blue Ridge Wildlife Institute’s brand-new facility is well underway!  Keep reading in the next few days for a blog post all about the new building! Until the new facility is completed, students at BRWI are continuing their diligent … Continue reading

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A Game of Learning

This semester students have signed up for the chance to explore globalism from a unique perspective in their Junior Seminar: Global Thinking and Digital Literature .  Currently, students are discovering what it was like to be a gamer in the … Continue reading

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A Great Semester for Wildlife

The fall semester of classes is officially over at Lees-McRae College!  Only final exams stand in the way of the students’ return home for the holidays and winter break, and I’m sure that all my fellow Bobcats are proud of … Continue reading

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A Different Kind of Test

It is Tuesday, and I am taking a test. I am prepared, holding a piece of paper and a pencil in my hand.  I am not seated at a desk, however.  There is no blackboard or calculator or essay prompt. Instead, I … Continue reading

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