Studying abroad immerses students into new cultures |
Mavericks cancelled due to bankruptcy |
For many high school students, the decision of where to go to college is hard, as there are many different options. One of the most difficult is whether or not to study abroad, in a culture and language different from your own.
Studying abroad pulls the student away from their families, and they are forced to face cultural and linguistic differences. On the other hand, students are moved out of their normal comfort zones and often benefit from experiencing new types of education. This is where personal experience comes into play. Krystal Burns, who has been an English school teacher in both South Korea and the United States, studied in Chile for the first half of her junior year in college. Burns said she would take the option to study abroad again in a heartbeat because her entire experience was wonderful. READ MORE >>> |
The surfing world is in shock after the cancellation of a top-tier surfing event, the Titans of Mavericks.
On Feb. 3, Cartel Management and its related entity, Titans of Mavericks, filed for bankruptcy after their sponsor, Red Bull, placed a lawsuit against them for apparent contract violation. Known for its incredibly large and powerful waves, this annual event was attended by the world’s best surfers, so it came as a surprise when people were told that the event was to be cancelled. “This is not good for the sport, and it’s not good for the athletes,” said Sabrina Brennan, the head of the San Mateo County Harbor Commission. Overall, Cartel faces roughly $1.9 million in claims, and Titans of Mavericks faces upwards of $775,000. Furthermore, this year was going to be the first year in which female athletes were allowed to participate in the contest, an effort headed by Brennan, making the whole situation even more devastating to the athletes. READ MORE >>> |