As we search for the 36th cohort of the Milken Scholars Program, we extend our deepest gratitude to all applicants, counselors, and recommenders who worked hard to put together each application.
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This essay describes the findings from ethnographic research conducted September through December 2023 on St. Kitts. I will continue to conduct follow-up research in 2024 and beyond; this essay provides a snap-shot of my findings.
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For our little family of three, travel is a valuable component of a meaningful life. Beyond adventure, entertainment, and unforgettable experiences, our journeys are a lens through which we examine global issues.
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After a year full of milestones for the Program, there was a lot to celebrate at the recent annual Holiday Dinners in Los Angeles, New York, and D.C.
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In September, I embarked on an enlightening journey through Taiwan, a country bustling with innovation and entrepreneurial spirit. This trip allowed me to delve into the intricacies of business practices and innovation strategies distinct from those in the United States.
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Despite increasing destigmatization surrounding mental health, many people in the United States still suffer from various mental illnesses. Poor mental health in America is especially exacerbated by its individualistic lifestyle in which people are expected to look after themselves and work to make a living, without taking proper time to appreciate and enjoy the present moment or build community amongst one another.
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One of the defining characteristics within the Milken Scholars Family is its strong community. From the moment Scholars are welcomed into the Program, they are encouraged to maintain close communication with their peers and staff. Campus Visits play a key role in fostering this close-knit culture as they allow Scholars to receive in-person check-ins from staff twice a year.
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This past September, I visited Japan for the first time in order to research the country’s approach to technology, innovation, and business. My goal was to learn about the differences and similarities between the United States and Japan’s technology scene and understand the dynamics of their work culture.
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July 20, 2023. I’m an hour north of Munich, Germany, on a bus heading uphill and passing unassuming residential neighborhoods with manicured landscaping. When we stop, I follow the crowd along a serene, tree-lined path that eventually leads to a massive open field. Albeit the many clouds in the sky, the sun occasionally peaks through. The air is fresh and crisp... a perfect day for a stroll. But I'm not at a park.
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Being passionate about migration, my recent trip to Peru was not only full of stunning scenery but also rich in migration history. Cusco was the capital city of the Incan empire, the largest ancient civilization in pre-Columbian America, which flourished from approximately 1200 to 1533 AD, and that is evident in its architecture and geography.
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This summer, I was able to continue my research in Dhaka, Bangladesh focusing on the issues pertaining to climate migration from rural to urban areas and the resulting urban informal settlements that have arisen because of such.
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"I believe it is important to volunteer one's time, knowledge, and resources to give back to one's community and to causes greater than oneself. Volunteerism is the recognition that we are all privileged in our own ways and that we always have the capacity to lend a helping hand to causes and individuals in need." -Oliver Sitt, MS ‘11
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