Sisterhood at Sangam
Taeyana G. (Three Forks, MT)
Location: Sangam, India
Taeyana attended the Sisterhood at Sangam which was a cultural destination that turned the Sangam WAGGS center into her home away from home for two weeks. Through art, dancing, shopping, food, and expeditions, she immersed herself in the rich culture of India. Sisterhood at Sangam encouraged her to make a change in her community, learn more about cultures different from her own, and broaden her perspectives and beliefs.
Pacific Exploration in STEM
Taeyana G. (Three Forks, MT)
Location: Hawaiian Island of Oahu
Through culture and science, Pacific Exploration in STEM opened Taeyana's eyes to the future of integration and environmental science. She did multiple traditional crafts, heard many stories, danced, and learned about the history of the polynesians islands. She learned about the persepectives of many native hawaiians on tourism and the environmental impacts Hawaii has been facing. It also gave her a chance to explore branches of science she hadn’t considered before. The trip focused on marine science, biology, and astronomy.