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Nov 22, 2024

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Making the Case: Why the U.S. Should Adopt English and Spanish as Official Languages

Photo by note thanun on Unsplash

Nov 22, 2024

stairs with welcome written in different languages on each step, starting with Bienvenido, then welcome, etc.

Nov 22, 2024

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Alexis McKenney

Life Lessons from Jimmy Buffett’s Songbook

Excluding Paying the Mini Mart Back

Sep 5, 2023

Wall sign with Port of Decision, Margaritaville, Southwest of Disorder written on it.

Sep 5, 2023

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Our Birthdays Really Only Matter to Us and How Facebook Helped Me Finally Accept That

Photo by Angèle Kamp on Unsplash

Sep 1, 2023

A single cupcake with a single lit candle sitting on a wood table with a darkened background

Sep 1, 2023

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Dominoes and Cigars: The Shifting Landscape of Leisure and Political Discussions in Miami’s Little…

Spending almost two decades in Miami offered me the incredible opportunity to observe the world created by the Cuban exile community. It…

Sep 1, 2023

Dominoes and Cigars: The Shifting Landscape of Leisure and Political Discussions in Miami’s Little…

Sep 1, 2023

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Rimini, Italy: A Lesson in How to Make Your Community Inclusive and Welcoming

Dec 2, 2022

Rimini, Italy: A Lesson in How to Make Your Community Inclusive and Welcoming

Dec 2, 2022

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Thinking About Visiting Italy Before the Large Crowds Return?

There is much to consider, but with time, planning, and patience, it might be worth planning a trip.

Nov 6, 2021

Businesses that align the Piazza della Signoria in Florence, Italy. Tents for eating outside can be seen in front of restaurants.

Nov 6, 2021

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Things to Consider Before Taking a Long-Distance Amtrak Train

Amtrak Train | Photo Credit: aris | Unsplash.com

Oct 26, 2021

Things to Consider Before Taking a Long-Distance Amtrak Train

Oct 26, 2021

Alexis McKenney

The Ghost Who Paints Ballroom Doors

Oct 19, 2021

Abandoned hallway in an unknown building. Debris is strewn on the hallway floor.

Oct 19, 2021

Alexis McKenney

The Secret Bakeries in Florence, Italy

That Your Tour Guide Won’t Tell You About

Oct 8, 2021

Two students in my study abroad class getting their first tastes of croissants they bought at a secret bakery in Florence, Italy. One looks like she is protecting hers while the other is looking over her shoulder, appearing curious about what she got.

Oct 8, 2021

Alexis McKenney

The Je Ne Sais Quoi That Connects Paris and Philadelphia

A Fascinating Yet Complicated and Messy History

Oct 6, 2021

The Je Ne Sais Quoi That Connects Paris and Philadelphia

Oct 6, 2021

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Unchecking the Box(es) You Spent Your Life Checking

We go through life checking boxes to meet societal expectations. We feel like we got something accomplished each time we do.

Oct 5, 2021

A completely empty university lecture auditorium.

Oct 5, 2021

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How Lessons I Learned Writing for Research Publications Can Help Your Writing Career

Or, at the least, make it more rewarding.

Sep 22, 2021

Setting up your desk for writing to include a clock, notebook, satchel, and pencils.

Sep 22, 2021

Alexis McKenney

Alexis McKenney

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Experienced writer, researcher, and educator specializing in travel, inclusion, and disability.

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