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Scuba, Swimsuits & Sandy Beaches

At the beginning of April, I was lucky enough to go on a 9-day spring break trip to Mozambique and Kruger National Park.… More

Catherine Vaught University of Cape Town, South Africa

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Scuba, Swimsuits & Sandy Beaches

Catherine Vaught April 26, 2016

At the beginning of April, I was lucky enough to go on a 9-day spring break trip to Mozambique and Kruger National Park. Let me tell you, the hours and hours of flying and driving were worth every minute. Just when I thought the beaches in Cape Town were… More

The Different Looks of Cape Town

Catherine Vaught March 7, 2016

Let me tell you, I’ve never been in a city quite like Cape Town. From the ocean to mountains to nightlife, it’s truly an unmatched experience (sorry Minneapolis!). These are all wonderful things, but a not-so-wonderful thing is the wealth disparity in… More

I Can’t Believe I’m In Africa

Catherine Vaught February 8, 2016

I still wake up every morning and think to myself, “I can’t believe I’m in Africa.” The view from my bedroom window could easily be mistaken for Florida with its towering palm trees and hibiscus flowers. But step outside the gate of our historic house… More

Saying Goodbye To Snow, Don’t Cha Know?

Catherine Vaught January 14, 2016

Believe it or not, I am the third member of my family to study abroad in South Africa. It’s probably a pretty cool place to travel, right? I figure, both my brother and sister can’t be lying when they say this country changed their lives. So, I figured… More