Articles by Isami McCowan
08/07/20 9:44am
Isami McCowan | Over-tourism threatens the future of travel
Since Penn is a school that focuses heavily on a variety of global experiences, it wouldn’t be surprising if the idle monotony of homebound quarantine reignited some students’ desire to resume traveling. 07/17/20 9:43am
Isami McCowan | Why aren’t we talking about the crisis in Yemen?
The crisis in Yemen, already the poorest country in the North African and Middle East regions, can be traced back to 2011. 06/07/20 12:30pm
Isami McCowan | Rioting is a nuanced and deeply misunderstood form of protest
Here are seven explanations of the deeper truths, purposes, and misinformation behind rioting —and why blanket condemnations can blur truth and the pursuit of justice. 05/22/20 2:46pm
Isami McCowan | The notoriously important junior-year summer is getting re-defined
It's important to remind ourselves that there are ways to push ourselves forward, personally and professionally, that don't include the perfect title on our resumes. 04/21/19 6:28pm
Isami McCowan | Now more than ever, it’s important to say no sometimes
Before I came to Penn, I pretty much said “yes” to every kind of position or opportunity presented to me. 04/08/19 1:34pm
Isami McCowan | Don't shorten your name to appease others
The first thing you tell someone when you meet them — before inevitably bringing up your major or your hometown — is your name. It holds weight. 02/20/19 1:49am