By Sammie, Makenna, and Daniel Overview We explore how Hiplife and Highlife have become a rich part of the Ghanaian musical experience primarily within the younger generation. Although these two genres differ in style and content, they are both beautiful …
Living the Highlife in Ghana: Origins and Influences of Ghanaian Music Read more »
by Elena & Mara We are interested in exploring the concept of sustainability in Ghana and examining how actions that we, in the west, consider to be “sustainable” are actually impacting people in Ghana. Although there are many components to …
Rethinking Sustainability: Exploring Agriculture and E-waste in Ghana Read more »
By Kayla & Grace Mental health is a hot topic in the United States, with many organizations, like the National Alliance On Mental Illness (NAMI), working to de-stigmatize mental health disorders and provide support for patients and families. Nevertheless, mental …
By Lauren & Jo Introduction The concept of volunteer tourism, or “voluntourism,” has been a subject of hot debate in recent years. Harmful ideologies and unimpactful “service” projects abroad have been increasingly problematized, sparking a discourse about Americans volunteering abroad, …
Helping or Harming? Child Sponsorship and Voluntourism in Ghana Read more »