Citizens across Indonesia will head to the polls today, Wednesday, February 15, to vote in gubernatorial and regional elections. Seven provinces will elect new Governor leadership, according to the Jakarta Post, and 76 districts and 18 cities will also hold simultaneous regional elections. The race attracting the most media attention is that for Governor of…
–By Kelly Fitzgerald– On Wednesday, January 11, 27 Fulbright English Teaching Assistants (ETAs) and their co-teachers gathered in Jakarta for an evening of talent, humor, and cultural exchange at an event called Indonesia Through Their Eyes. As the title suggests, ETAs were tasked with creating a performance that showcased what they have learned during their…
– By Grace Wivell – “Fabulous!” –Wiwin, Banjermasin, South Kalimantan “Amazing.” –Fadhila, Magelang, Central Java “I think the right word is, ‘If I’m dreaming…’” –Faqih, Kendal, Central Java “VM (Very Memorable).” –Giovani, Kupang, West Timor “AWESOME!” –Dimas, Malang, East Java “Love. <3” –Bertha, Atambua, West Timor On Saturday, April 25th, thirty-five high school students from…
