Author Archives: Zags in Zambezi

The Power of Perspective

As our time in Livingstone comes to an end, I can’t help but reminisce on everything we were able to do. Being able to see Victoria Falls and going on safari has given all of us an overwhelming sense of … Continue reading

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A Guide on Human Connection — Identifying, Implementing, and Inspiration

Human connection is the root of this trip, and truly why many of us picked it, including me. To meet new gonzaga friends. To strengthen previous relationships. To accompany the zambians we meet. On day 4, we went to Victoria … Continue reading

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Gumby awards for everyone!

As I reflect on these past few days since we arrived in Zambia, I immediately think of all the new things I have learned. From the adjustment of Zambia driving on the other side of the road, to staying in … Continue reading

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We’ve touched down in Zambia!

I feel honored to have the chance to write this blog on my second adventure in Zambia. Just about a month ago, I had the opportunity to give an enthusiastic ‘YES’ to Gonzaga in Zambezi again as a TA. Shout … Continue reading

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On our way!

Hello, loved ones. We have arrived in Dubai. We took a Big Bus Tour around the city and saw all of the sights, and the one and only largest sky scraper in the world. Your Zags are safe and sound … Continue reading

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Ready to return!

For 19 years, Gonzaga faculty and students have developed, cultivated, and deepened relationships in the rural town of Zambezi, Zambia. This Friday, May 16, eighteen new Zags will contribute to this extraordinary story of accompaniment. In a special treat this year, I’ll … Continue reading

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Connections: Zam Fam 2024

I’ve always struggled saying goodbye, and as I have got older, sometimes I find myself worrying about saying goodbye to people before I took the chance to say hello. I have noticed that this fear leads me to hold people … Continue reading

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Full Hearts. Full Minds. Full Hands.

The rhythms of our Zambia trip hold most years, and the final week in Zambezi is a stew of emotions. We all struggle to remain present even as reunions with loved ones draw near. We are saying goodbye to the … Continue reading

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“We have so much to talk about”

Hi everyone and happy Tuesday!  This week signifies the final stretch of classes and our time here in Zambezi. From the student’s computer presentations with Sarah and Charlie, to the business proposal with Emily and Lucia. Will, Ana, Julia, and … Continue reading

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The Beauty Is Yet to Come

Three weeks ago the Zam Fam began our day headed to Victoria Falls to see one of the Seven Wonders of the Natural World. We hiked in to the national park, and—when we got our first glimpse of the falls—we … Continue reading

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