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Author: Emily Huffstetler

In Málaga, Catholic and Muslim influences meet. This is the Cathedral of Málaga, a Roman Catholic church in the Renaissance tradition. Courtesy of Emily Huffstetler.
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Emily in Spain: Getting Settled

February 21, 2023February 21, 2023 Emily Huffstetler 1 Comment

If you caught my last column, you might recall that I’m studying abroad in Southern Spain this semester. Now that

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The ISEP application to study abroad allows you to rank your-top choice schools. Photo courtesy of Emily Huffstetler.
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Emily Goes to Spain: A Guide to Studying Abroad

December 8, 2022December 9, 2022 Emily Huffstetler 0 Comments

This spring, I’ll be studying abroad at the Universidad de Málaga in Southern Spain. If you’re a Spanish major like

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Al and Amy: Alvin “Al” C. Baker (‘72) and Amy Poag Baker (‘98), colleagues and close friends, connect at the annual BCAA Christmas party. Photo courtesy of Amy Baker.
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Honoring the Life of Alvin “Al” C. Baker

October 18, 2022November 18, 2022 Emily Huffstetler 0 Comments

Maryville College is celebrating the life of an esteemed leader and beloved family member. Alvin “Al” C. Baker (’72), who

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On Self-Centeredness and Originality

April 19, 2022April 22, 2022 Emily Huffstetler 0 Comments

In a recent family discussion about religion, my mom said, “Numb butts don’t make better people.” She argued that sitting

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Emily Huffstetler wearing a Build for Bees t-shirt in her family's garden. Photo by Lauren Huffstetler.
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Highland Eco: How to start an initiative

October 19, 2021October 19, 2021 Emily Huffstetler 0 Comments

In my junior year of high school, I developed a Girl Scout Gold Award project called “Build for Bees” dedicated

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A snake plant and clothes drying rack purchased at yard sales. Photo courtesy of Emily Huffstetler.
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Highland Eco: Yard-Saling Tips

October 5, 2021October 5, 2021 Emily Huffstetler 0 Comments

“How much are you asking for this?” I say, motioning to whatever treasure I’d spotted. “How ‘bout two bucks?” they

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A student’s punch cards from the Green Box Rewards Program. Filled punch cards can be redeemed for various prizes, including reusable water bottles, stickers, and gift cards. Photo by Emily Huffstetler
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Highland Eco: Let’s pause to celebrate

April 21, 2021April 21, 2021 Emily Huffstetler 0 Comments

This past week, I was inducted into the Spanish Honor Society in a Zoom breakout room. I unmuted to recite

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Highland Eco

March 24, 2021March 21, 2021 Emily Huffstetler 0 Comments

When I was in elementary school, my parents took me to the library every Wednesday evening. Back then, the only

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Graphic by Katie Conner.
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Highland Eco: Killing Earth while saving it

February 24, 2021February 23, 2021 Emily Huffstetler 0 Comments

When I was in the fourth grade, I led a “Save the Rainforests” campaign. Every indoor recess, I corralled my

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Graphic by Katie Conner.
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Highland Eco: Introductions and eco-friendly tips you can start today!

February 10, 2021February 17, 2021 Emily Huffstetler 0 Comments

Hi, my name’s Emily, and I’m a self-proclaimed environmentalist. In the fourth grade, I tried to end deforestation with my

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