From petting a moose to my eating first Swedish Christmas dinner to traveling to Bulgaria, giant mounds of snow haven't stopped me from experiencing new sights, sounds and tastes this week.
Greetings from Umeå, Sweden! I'm Nicole Tong, and I'm excited to share my experiences as a Fulbright Scholar researching artificial intelligence and fairness at Umeå University.
From petting a moose to my eating first Swedish Christmas dinner to traveling to Bulgaria, giant mounds of snow haven't stopped me from experiencing new sights, sounds and tastes this week.
Sweden sparked discovery beyond my familiarity with Native American tribes in the US. I encountered the Sámi people -- indigenous inhabitants of northern Sweden whose rich heritage shapes the culture.
I discovered Sweden's lagom tradition, where "just enough" replaces America's "more is better." From shopping to social life, this balance creates happier, more sustainable communities.
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