Stories from the field

Author Chad Boissy

Hello! I'm Chad, a 4th year civil engineering student at the University of Victoria. This blog is intended to highlight my experiences volunteering at the African Institute of Mathematical Sciences School Enrichment Center, in South Africa!

Chad Boissy – Blog 5: Food for Thought

My idea for my capstone project developed a year ago when I was out to dinner at II Terrazzo in Victoria. II Terrazzo is well out of my budget typically, but it was my girlfriend Hannah’s Birthday so we were… Continue Reading →

Chad Boissy – Blog 4: Wrapped Up

My time in South Africa is has come to an end. Working as a teaching assistant for AIMSSEC the past 3 months was an incredible opportunity and experience that I am extremely grateful for. I would like to thank my… Continue Reading →

Chad Boissy – Blog 3: Experiences and Expectations

Expectations of how your trip is going to go, what you are going to do and see, and who you are going to meet is prominently  influenced by your peers, family, friends, films, books, and of course social media. For… Continue Reading →

Chad Boissy – Blog 2: Complexities of the Education System in Western Cape, South Africa

Time is weird concept for me when I am travelling; weeks fly by. I have been in South Africa over a month now, and I settled in quicker than anticipated. As a teaching assistant at AIMS School Enrichment Centre, my… Continue Reading →

Chad Boissy – Blog 1: Pre Departure Introduction

Hello! I am heading to Cape Town, South Africa in the next couple weeks to volunteer for the African Institute of Mathematics and Sciences School Enrichment Centre (AIMSSEC). During my time in South Africa, I am aiding in the development… Continue Reading →

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