Aviv Teva
Global Studies Portfolio
"The mission of the Global Studies Program is to develop in students the power to be knowledgeable and effective world citizens -- acting locally and globally -- and to foster respect for diverse people and cultures."
New York City Trip & The Buena Vista Social Club
"The second piece of the day was the broadway musical “The Buena Vista Social Club”, which simply blew me away. The loud and energy filled cuban rhythms, combined with the vivid colored outfits and set, and fast salsa dancing created an unbelievable atmosphere in the theater..." - From personal reflection
CT Forum “Global Affairs”
The CT Forum is an awesome opportunity to hear from highly accomplished speakers, and the "Global Affairs" event I attended was no exception. Hearing Admiral James Stavridis and Anne Applebaum discuss their stances on current events was insightful, educational, and engaging. Some of the topics that were discussed include the Trump administration changes to USAID, the Russia-Ukraine conflict, and the future of the Middle East.
ADL Never is Now Conference 2025
For the second year in a row, I attended the ADL Never is Now conference in New York. This trip comes with so many complicated feelings, of pride, anger, connection and frustration, to name a few. Attending a conference this big is such an awing experience, and empowering to be in spaces filled with so many people all fighting for change. While there were certainly people I disagreed with, that only added to the experience.
*** Due to the sensitivity, and highly opinionated nature of my reflection, I have chosen to exclude it from this website
Friday Prayers at Farmington Valley American Muslim Center
A few weeks ago I had the privilege of attending Friday prayers at the Farmington Valley American Muslim Center, and learned a lot about Islam and the Muslim faith...The sermon and service was fascinating, filled with fast arabic (which I loved hearing) song, chanting, teaching and silence.
MASS MoCA
From the vast mazes of Sol Lewitt’s colors and patterns, to the swinging blue head entrance of Hybridibad, to the unbelievable creativity and detail of the Plastic Bag Store, and the emotions evoked from the Laurie Anderson room, MASS MoCA was truly a roller coaster experience and I enjoyed every minute of it.
