Author Archives: kristavavrik

This experience of studying away in Northern Ireland is one I am immensely grateful for. I will never forget the memories and all of the meaningful things I have learned during this trip. Because I have a nursing background, sociology was not something that I had ever studied or was very familiar with. However, I amContinue reading “Grateful”

This week in Derry, I had the pleasure of meeting an individual who works at the Pickled Duck Cafe. We had a lovely conversation about the current climate of Derry and how it affects everyday life, especially as a younger individual. Kate was actually raised in Buffalo, New York; however, her mother is from DerryContinue reading “Everyday People in Everyday Life”

The Peace Bridge is one of Derry’s most famous monuments that has been powerfully significant for the city. This bridge acts as a commemoration of the city’s identity and healing. It was built in June 2011 and was funded mostly by the EU PEACE III Programme. (https://www.wilkinsoneyre.com/projects/the-peace-bridge).  For many years, the diversity of religions inContinue reading ““Bridging” the Gap”