When people think of the U.S. Geological Survey, they usually picture scientists hunched over maps, analyzing seismic data, or debating groundwater models. And yes, that was a big part of our daily rhythm in San Diego back in 2008. But what most folks donāt realize is that behind the...
Boilermakers, Breakfast, and Black & Gold Saturdays: The Purdue Alumni Club of San Diegoās Breakfast Club Tradition In the heart of San Diegoās Gaslamp Quarter, where palm trees sway and the Pacific breeze rolls in, a loyal group of Purdue alumni gathers each Saturday during NCAA...
If youāve ever thought sandcastles were just for kids with plastic buckets, let me introduce you to Imperial Beach Sand Castle Days 2008āa competition where grown adults turn sand into architectural masterpieces, pop culture icons, and occasionally, things that make you question...
When you stand in Ushuaia, Argentinaāthe southernmost city on Earthāyou feel like youāve reached the end of the map. Beyond the harbor, the Beagle Channel stretches toward Antarctica, and behind you, the jagged peaks of the Andes rise like frozen sentinels. Itās a place where geography...
When you tell people youāre going to Antarctica, they usually picture you stepping off a plane onto a sheet of ice, penguins waddling in the background like extras in a nature documentary. The reality? It starts in Ushuaia, Argentina, a city perched at the edge of the world, where...
When I think back to 2009, one of the most unique alumni experiences I had was the Purdue Alumni Associationās Grand Prix Beach Weekend. As someone who had lived through the roar of engines and the buzz of campus life during the traditional Purdue Grand Prix in West Lafayette, the idea of...
Summer Escapes on the Parker Strip: Boating, Parasailing, and River Bliss in Arizona Nestled along the shimmering Colorado River in western Arizona, the Parker Strip is a sun-soaked playground for water lovers, thrill seekers, and anyone craving a break from the ordinary. Stretching...
Sure thing! Here’s a lively and entertaining blog post in first-person style: Campfire Chaos and Canyon Magic: My 1999 Seminole Canyon Adventure Let me take you back to the summer of 1999āback when Y2K paranoia was real, cargo shorts were cool, and I thought leading a group of...