One World Student Reflections
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Emma Walsh-AlkerIn her One World Reflection, Emma writes about her travels through the Amazon rainforest and the splendor of all the sights she encountered there. Emma also warns about the dangers of deforestation and the potential consequences for the people and animals of the Amazon if we don't start doing something about it.
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Michael SongMichael shares his story of being adopted from Korea in his One World Reflection. He explains how adoption is the ultimate show of selflessness and requires both biological and adoptive families to make sacrifices and hard decisions in order to provide the child with a better life.
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Tanith Ramon-IbarraTanith's One World Reflection sheds light on the prevalence of Cyber Bullying and the effects of being harassed online or through texting. She suggests how parents, teachers, and students can take steps to help kids protect themselves and maintain a positive online presence.
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Laila KunaishLaila's Reflection investigates how the media in the US stereotypes Muslims in a negative light. Laila writes about her own experiences as a Muslim-American and her hopes for a more accurate media portrayal of her culture and religion.
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Yoni KalinIn Yoni's Reflection he explores religion, faith, and identity in one of the world's holiest religious centers. Follow his journey as he encounters the power of faith in peoples' lives, and the challenges of religious tolerance in Israel.
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Ruth BekeleFollow Ruth's journey to America in her Reflection which focuses on the complications of retaining culture and personal identity as a global immigrant. She also highlights the importance of global migration by discussing the diversity and richness that is added though new music, foods, art, and language.
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Alyia HicksAlyia's Reflection explores the power of Rap music and it's affect on youth, society, and even politics. She discusses how Rap has brightened her life in a way that's empowering and motivational. She provokes the reader to not only listen to the beats but also to hear the messages.
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Andre SanabiaAndre's Reflection on race relations, kindness, and a small separated island will lead the discussion on the relationship between Haiti and the Dominican Republic.
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Ellie OlsenEllie tells a story of injustice as well as one of the loyalty and obligation of two brothers, both Uighurs, who were detained at Guantánamo Bay. She exposes the controversy surrounding the closing of the Guantánamo Bay detention facility and the challenge of resettling inmates.
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Chinyere UkaegbuChinyere writes about her struggle with her Nigerian culture and heritage. With vivid imagery, Chinyere takes the reader on a journey through Nigeria and discoverers an appreciation for understanding world cultures.