The Gift What does a gift mean to you? It could be a gesture of appreciation, a thoughtful memento from a loved one, or something to be accepted with no strings attached. The concept of the gift is a complex … Continue reading Anthropology: Diverse Methods of Gift-Giving From Various Cultures
The pages of a book can transport a reader to a magical place, helping them escape the world around them and experience how the impossible can become possible. A perfect place to dive into these literary depths is a library, … Continue reading Travel Guide: Discover and Explore the Stunning Libraries Across Europe
Each culture and society in our world today is the product of history, and the culmination of transition and preservation in the face of change. If there is any group of people that has successfully endured these tides of time, … Continue reading Anthropology: The Romani Culture, History, and Tradition
The country of Germany has a varied and breathtaking geography, ranging from grand mountain ranges to dense forests to vast plains. One of the areas that encompasses this natural biodiversity is the Black Forest, also known as Schwarzwald in German. … Continue reading Travel Guide: The Enchanting Black Forest in Germany Is a Perfect Destination for Your Next Trip to Europe!
When you hear the words “head covering”, what do you think of? For many, religious or cultural beliefs may come to mind — and they are right! There is, in fact, not just one form of head covering within the … Continue reading Anthropology: The Practice of Religious Head Coverings in Different Cultures
The Breadbasket of Europe Every culture and country has its own traditional cuisine, one that represents the lives and customs of its people. Food is a crucial factor in a country’s identity, and can be an easy way to learn … Continue reading Travel Guide: Experience the Traditional Cuisine of Ukraine
Language has become a strong factor in defining people’s place and status in the world, representing (among many things) their loyalty to a larger group identity. More than just an identity-marker, however, language can also be transformed into a political … Continue reading Anthropology: Multilingualism and Post-Colonialism in India
Tattooing Under Taboo The tattoo industry is a thriving one around the world: people are increasingly accepting tattoos as a form of self-expression, art, and meaningful commemoration of something personal on their bodies. However, while tattoos are popular among younger … Continue reading Anthropology: An Overview of Tattoo Stigmas Around the World
The name “Madagascar” might bring to mind escaped zoo animals, a squad of penguins, and a lemur king. However, the real location will be sure to exceed the expectations created by the fictional movie. The Madagascar island, fourth largest island … Continue reading Travel Guide: Explore the Natural Beauty of Africa’s Madagascar