One Final Post: So Close, Yet So Far

The course of this project has brought the team many unexpected obstacles and outcomes that, a few months ago, I would have never believed to be possible. While the world that we are living in right now faces hardships and we rely on virtual communication to get through the day, I continue to encounter challenges…

Living Alone Together: A New Virtual World

The last few weeks have been a constant period of rapid changes occuring in my world, and in the world around me. Just one month ago I was writing a blog post recounting my excitement and eagerness to head to Trinidad and work with our clients, the DORCAS Women’s group and Nature Seekers, but now…

And The Journey Begins…

It seems as though the beginning of my group’s journey with this project started not that long ago, but in just a few days we will depart from Pittsburgh and travel to the Port of Spain with a set of deliverables and, even more importantly, a list of questions to be answered. While in the…

My Introduction

Hi Everyone! My name is Samantha Hovis and I am from Downingtown, PA. Growing up I have always had a passion for experiencing new things. When I was younger I attempted to fulfill this curiosity by trying out new sports and exploring my creative side. As I moved on through each grade I found new…