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How the women of Senegal rewrote their history
Did you know that over a fifth of Senegal’s GDP is due to women-owned businesses and female entrepreneurs? It’s okay if you didn’t. Before Anne Marie and her team flew halfway across the world to find a grain nobody knew existed, I hadn’t either. But, I’m getting ahead of myself. Let me introduce you to…
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Executive assistant helps others through advocacy
Anna Carrandi never thought she would be back in higher education. “It was a wild journey to get here,” she said. After spending time across the East Coast, she has lived numerous lives as a retail manager, nanny, stylist and even a personal assistant. Now, she is the executive assistant to the senior associate dean for academic affairs at the University of Georgia School of Medicine. “I genuinely love my job,” Carrandi said. “I think…
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The ancient superfood that’s changing the world
For well over 5,000 years, one grain native to West Africa fed millions of people. Its properties made it a superfood. It is environmentally friendly, cheaply made and primarily grown by women. Now, finally, the world is paying attention. Let’s see what that is together. You might’ve seen from the first episode (which is now…
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Researcher brings linguistic reasoning to energy analysis
For Camila Livio, ordinary is not in her job description. “Never in my life did I imagine that I would be talking about or thinking about energy, power generation and other related topics such as lethal autonomous weapon systems,” she said. “Yet here we are.” Before coming to the U.S., she studied in different countries and has always been…
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The question that led them across the world. Twice.
A decade ago, Anthony Bourdain wondered about West Africa’s future. He asked one simple question: “What does the future of West Africa look like?” Today, one ancient grain might hold the answer. I’m so glad we’re on this adventure together.
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The food diplomacy show that almost didn’t happen
You might remember that CNN article about how the U.S. government didn’t pay an emerging media startup. Or how they lost thousands of dollars of promised USAID funding. Or, maybe, you randomly stumbled upon the show on Amazon Prime. Either way, I’m glad you’re here. If you’re still wondering who they are — I’m about…
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OCAF’s Bigger Perspective: Annual Pottery Exhibit Highlights Local Artists
nside the walls of an old Oconee County school gym, now Rocket Hall, delicate pieces of pottery sit perched on shelves, patiently waiting to find their home. Fifty artists from all over Georgia come together once a year to showcase their work at the Oconee County Art Foundation showcase, “Perspectives.” For 24 years, this exhibition…
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‘Prices have just gotten so ridiculous’: Young West Virginians are struggling to find housing as living costs climb
Across the state, young people are entering adulthood with the hope of building their lives. Some recently celebrated the achievement of graduating from college, others started work right after high school or have been out of school for a while. But all face the challenge of finding a place to live in a state where…
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Powell places emphasis on trust, relationships
When Phillip Powell was principal of Commerce Middle School, the students could choose a task for him if they performed well on the Georgia Milestones. Some were outlandish. One time, he agreed to sumo wrestle the assistant principal. Another time, he had to eat dead tarantulas. And then, there was a hot wing challenge. “They’re…
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What do West Virginia’s students want from their public schools? Here’s what four of them say.
Students and recent graduates in the Mountain State are preparing for life after high school. Whether it’s going to college, entering the workforce or following an uncharted path, they started in the same place — West Virginia’s public school system. In the past year, 14 public schools have closed their doors in West Virginia despite 42% of the…
