Junior year of high school is when I first discovered my love for writing. I began to write a sports column for my school newspaper which turned out to be a ton of fun. I joined the school's news magazine and worked my way to editor-in-chief by senior year. At first I only liked to write about sports but I soon learned that the larger issues in society were more important in my mind. Since arriving at Tulane, I have written op-ed columns for the Views section which has given me free range to write creatively and humorously.
The Gulu Hawks
September 26, 2011
I had some reservations about the talent level of basketball players in Uganda but these guys could ball. Basketball is a relatively new sport here and the people are still learning the ins and outs of the game that MJ built, but athleticism is surely not the issue.
From Uganda: It’s All in the Family
September 22, 2011
When you can’t afford food and clothing for two people, yet you continue to pop out children like you’re getting paid for it, it increases the difficulty of life. Yet it is custom. It is pride. These things get in the way of pragmatism.
“A Day of Soap”
September 19, 2011
Soaps are far and away the most popular item on Ugandan TV. The screenplays, as one could imagine, are incredible. The dialogue is a melting pot of brutal clichés, fourth grade vocabulary, and some of the least interesting banter one could imagine.
From Uganda: Uploading is a Chore
September 18, 2011
Since uploading pictures takes about a week and a half here, I have avoided taking the time to include pictures. But I know the people are clamoring for some photos, and damnit if I don't give the people what they want. So here are some shots.
Late Night with Cash Money and Danny D
September 12, 2011
Sam begins his second week in Uganda and shares some insights: "Common problems include getting soap out from under your armpits, waking up at 6:00am from a combination of crying babies and crying chickens, and sitting up into a mouthful of malaria net. Only in Africa."
Bangers and Mash
September 8, 2011
We stayed in the capital city Kampala for the night before making the long trek north to Gulu, where we would be spending the majority of our time. Our bus was one of those no-name, Chinese, straight out of the ‘70s vehicles that would pass inspection in about four countries worldwide. Needless to say, I felt very safe
Uganda read my blog or what?
September 5, 2011
Why do people study abroad in Uganda? There is no stunning colonial architecture. The food is carb-loaded and bland. Running water is rare, hot water is nonexistent, and electricity is sparse. To many, this sounds like a nightmare. To me, this sounds like an adventure.
