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Saturday in the City
Early Saturday morning, the Global Navigators set out on their city tour; it was finally time to dive into the bustling environment that they had been surrounded by for the... keep reading
Meeting Future Leaders
After a breakfast filled with crepes, fruits and omelets, it was time to make the thirty minute commute to begin our service-learning journey. The Global Navigators got an inside look... keep reading
Friday at the Gardens
After a busy first week filled with service, dancing, Twi classes and more, the Global Navigators traveled to the Legon Botanical Gardens to try their hand at a local ropes... keep reading
"Because, It's Art"- Finding Meaning in Simplicity
In between helping teachers in the classroom, Twi lessons, and the hustle and bustle of the night market, we occasionally get to slow down and experience culture in a different... keep reading
Finding Comfort in the Uncomfortable: Student Perspectives
For their final presentation, students were asked to create a presentation sharing their expectations and experiences from their time in Ghana and at their service sites. The following quotes came... keep reading
Going Cocoa for Chocolate
Have you ever wondered how a cocoa bean turns into the decedent chocolate that we all enjoy? Allow me to take you on a journey from Equatorial Guinea to Ghana... keep reading
Kente Weaving in Adanwomase
This weekend, we journeyed four hours from Accra to the Kumasi region to dig deeper into Ghanaian culture. As we entered the Adanwomase village we noticed many shops adorned in... keep reading
"Clap for Yourselves": The Joys of Service
Every weekday around 9am, you can hear the sweet sounds of the Ghanaian morning. Sounds of roosters crowing and trucks honking fill the air but the sweetest sound of all... keep reading
An Unforgettable Day at Cape Coast Castle
Ghana's Cape Coast is very beautiful place but has a dark history. What was once known as the Gold Coast Castle, was one of forty castles on the coast of... keep reading
Finding Our Groove in Ghana: Ghanian Singing and Dancing Workshop
One of the best ways to learn about a new culture is through music and arts. The Ghanaian singing and drumming workshop was a great introduction to the Ghanaian way... keep reading
Welcome to Ghana
Akwaaba, woezo, you are welcome. These are expressions you hear often in Ghana. The first words you hear on arrival, used before greeting; be it in the home, at the... keep reading
"There are no Cowboys in Ghana!"
The Global Navigators learned of the impressive Ghanaian beadmaking process at the T.K. Beads Factory’s location in Adenta. Established in 1989, the manufacturing company creates its pieces of art by... keep reading
Cooking Class Chronicles
Aside from vibrant music and beautiful fabrics, traditional meals are a vital component that add to the richness of Ghanaian culture. After a week of testing various local restaurants, the... keep reading
Braving the Botanical Gardens
Last Friday, the Global Navigators turned a relaxing afternoon of board games into a thrilling ropes course adventure. Once entering the Legon Botanical Gardens, located on the University of Ghana... keep reading
Lessons from the Past
Today, the Global Navigators received an interactive glimpse of the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade. After a 3 hour and occasionally bumpy bus ride through remote villages, the group arrived to the... keep reading