I want to start off by saying that this past year has been incredible. Moving to Detroit, starting a new job in public accounting, and most of all being able to dedicate 20% of my working time towards professional development, community engagement, and boots-on-the—ground impact through my fellowship with Challenge Detroit.
But, now it is time […]
When sitting down to create a template for what my impact project would be, I was confused to say the least. Trying to formulate an eight week project that could have real impact on DDP as an organization is no simple task. After several iterations with my impact project partner at DDP, we landed at […]
The other day, I was provided the opportunity to attend a Detroit City FC game, and it proved to be an unforgettable experience. Here are reasons why you should attend a game.
First, the pregame begins at the Hamtramck Fowling Warehouse. Aside from being a chance to experience Fowling, the atmosphere is fantastic. Detroiters gathered together […]
First Trip on the Qline….
The Qline has been the talk of the town in Detroit since it’s opening a few short weeks ago, and with it there have been a variety of reactions. From delight with the step towards public transportation, to mild/extreme disappointment and frustration. Regardless, the buzz was abound, so I asked a […]
Save the few surprise warm days in February, the city is finally getting warmer, and the improving mood of residents, visitors, and tourists is palpable. Casual strolls through the downtown parks and it’s easy to see that the city truly comes alive when the thermometer exceeds 65 degrees.
In the grand scheme of seasons, spring->summer […]
Being from the Detroit metro area, I have felt a very particular transition moving from Macomb à Ann Arbor à Detroit. To people in Ann Arbor, I shot for sky and landed in the dirt (as opposed to shooting for the stars and landing on the moon). That isn’t to say that people at U […]
When I moved to Detroit, I always planned to move on from here. In my mind, staying in a place to long will let a person plant their roots in their community and their people there, but creates a static state. You cease to grow, you develop a routine, and you’re comfortable. The next thing […]
When I graduated from college, I had a plan. Although I may have fallen into, I had a clear vision of how I was going to start my career, and the trajectory was extremely predictable. Work in public accounting for a few years, move into the private sector, claw my way up the corporate ladder, […]
Since living in the city I have been enjoying my time thoroughly. Meeting a group of new friends, enjoying a new party scene, and having a great view from my apartment are all great things. But there is the moment when you finally tip over the edge and get to the point when you are […]
For this time around, I want to recount and offer my thoughts on all the live shows that I have attended since moving to Detroit. Hopefully, it may convince you to attend one too!
Explosions in the Sky
For those of you unfamiliar (most) this Explosions in the Sky is an electronic alternative instrumental-only band […]
