06/05/2026
“Cameroon was full of great food, and even greater people: my host mother spoiled me with fresh pineapple juice, my coworkers and I spent lots of time talking about cultural differences and politics, and everyday I got to joke and laugh with strangers I’d meet on the busy streets of Yaoundé. I never thought that jokes would become such a huge part of connecting with the country, but they became a useful tool for making friends, learning about the culture, and negotiating over food or taxis.”- Dora, an alum of and