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When I first arrived at South Dakota State University (SDSU) as a Ph.D. student, I was prepared for the academic challenges that lay ahead. What I wasn’t fully prepared for were the brutal winters that would become an unforgettable part of my experience in Brookings, South Dakota. Brookings, home to…
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When I traveled to rural India, specifically in Anand, I noticed people making bricks in their farm lands. In Anand, India, I was told that traditional brick making practices have long been an integral part of the local economy and culture. With its rich history and reliance on locally available…
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The Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park is a historic site located in downtown Atlanta, Georgia, in the United States. The park is dedicated to preserving the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., who was a prominent civil rights leader and advocate for nonviolent social change in the…
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Have you been to the World of Coca-Cola Museum in downtown Atlanta, Georgia? This two-story museum features “The Vault” where the legendary secret formula for Coca-Cola has been stored, the Coca-Cola theater where you can watch a short film that celebrates some of life’s most memorable moments around the world,…
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When visiting Atlanta Georgia, don’t miss to stop by and see the Centennial Olympic Park. Located downtown, this 22-acre (89,000 m2) public was built by the Atlanta Committee for the Olympic Games for the 1996 Summer Olympics. One of the features of the park is the Fountain of Rings! There are…
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Have you been to the Mavis Island inside the Ariel-Foundation Park in Mt. Vernon, Ohio? This is a small man-made island that was built to honer Mayor Richard K. Mavis for his vision and leadership in the development of Ariel-Foundation Park. Boating and fishing, with restrictions, are allowed. Where is…
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One of the unique features of Ariel-Foundation Park in Mt. Vernon, Ohio is the River of Glass. The art installation was constructed to pay homage to PPG Works No. 11, honoring the significant contributions of the family members who worked for PPG Glassworks. Flowing down one of the hillsides near…
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Great experience at the Cox Arboretum MetroPark in Dayton, Ohio! My mom loved it a lot. We didn’t see any butterfly at the butterfly shed, but it was still a great visit! I recommend that you visit on a summer to see all the flowers blooming and to fully enjoy…
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