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Linguistic Perspective

Post author:Jared Brett
Post published:November 4, 2013

My introduction to the study of linguistics came from my friend and fellow Cal lacrosse player, Kevin, who also happens to be the most intelligent man I know. Four years ago we were sitting in front of the Golden Bear Café eating sandwiches from Cheese & Stuff, “turkey, no cheese, everything, no pickles, no mustard, thanks Sam.” He was going on about a genius professor we had each heard speak by the name of George…

Prep for Departure – Destination Indonesia

Post author:Jared Brett
Post published:August 31, 2013

With only five days 24 hours until I depart for Indonesia, the race is on to boil, synthesize and pare my life down into two suitcases. This process is surreal and curious as I comb through collections of items from the last 6 years of "where I live": San Diego, Berkeley, Nashville. Soon, Yogyakarta can claim a spot on that list. Until then, I will share the packing process, a few important things to consider, and…