Accomplishing my Dream in Unexpected Ways
In a special Das Tor Club Spotlight in honor of Pride Month, Robson Correa da Silva shares his journey to leverage a career full of diversity and inclusion awareness.
The Renaissance of Das Tor: My Experience as Editor-in-Chief
Outgoing Editor-in-Chief Lexa Montierth looks back on Das Tor’s journey and transformation during her time as Editor-in-Chief
Entering a New Era: A Message from Das Tor’s New Editor-in-Chief
Das Tor’s newly appointed Editor-in-Chief, Sophie Dessart, sends a message to Thunderbirds as we embark on a new era with both Das Tor and Thunderbird as a whole
The Making of Das Tor
Have a behind the scenes look of the making of Das Tor via a fun infographic about our work this year
I Never Expected to Become a Thunderbird Student
First year-student Gabrielle Swindle shares how her past experiences as an educator in schools spanning South Louisiana to Guyana led her to the unexpected: becoming a student at Thunderbird.
My GCL Experience: Kenyan Trucking with Tai+
Das Tor’s Podcast Director Terri Baker tells about her experience working for Tai+, a company described as the Uber for cargo and truck transportation in Kenya
From the Archives: A Look Back at Thunderbird History
As we prepare to end the semester and enter our new building in the fall, Das Tor takes a walk down memory lane with an issue from 1979.
The Barracks: A Mini United Nations
Learn about student Cody Kellogg’s experience in the Army National Guard and how he uses his global mindset in his role.
As Long As It’s Not Illegal: How I Adapted to a “New” Culture
Inspired by her adventures serving as a Peace Corps volunteer in China, Erica Ingram shares three key tips to adapt to any new situation or culture
What makes a global citizen? What makes you a global citizen?
Thunderbird alum Brigitte Opel reflects on what makes Thunderbirds truly global citizens and how that applies even during the COVID-19 pandemic
Celebrating World Rugby Day
Makenna Flynn, Das Tor Staff Writer and member of the Phoenix Women’s Rugby team, sat down to interview some of her teammates in honor of World Rugby Day on March 27.
Make a Difference with the Thunderbird Veteran’s Club
Learn more about the exciting volunteer event being hosted (in person!) by the Thunderbird Veterans Club
My GCL Experience: Smucker’s, Pet Food, and European Expansion
Editor-in-Chief Lexa Montierth tells her experience in Thunderbird’s Global Challenge Lab, during which she helped the iconic American brand Smucker’s plan to expand and sell pet food in Europe
How A Blanket Led to My Global Mindset
Thunderbird student Manny Salazar shares how military service impacted him and shaped his global mindset.
T-birds, T-shirts, and Transforming the Crowdfunding Industry
Three T-birds just launched a new crowdfunding index that provides valuable insights into the growing crowdfunding industry. Two of them did it (shockingly) without wearing white t-shirts.
The Rotarians of Thunderbird
Learn more about the unique opportunities offered to those who want to join the Thunderbird Rotary Club and make a positive difference in the world.
SolarSPELL: How Saying “Yes” Changed My Grad School Experience
Staff writer Sneha Pujani tells us about her work at SolarSPELL, a fascinating project that uses the power of the sun to bring a digital library to students in resource-constrained areas of the world.
Chaos, Controversy, and Confusion : A Firsthand Account of the 2019 Hong Kong Protests
First-year Erica Ingram tells her absolutely stunning tale of witnessing firsthand the chaotic and often violent Hong Kong protests in 2019.
Introducing Eldunari
Das Tor continues celebrating Women’s History Month by featuring Elundari, a social impact start-up by four Thunderbird women who are supporting non-native speakers in their quest to learn effective English language skills.
A Ghanaian Dish – Waakye and shito gravy
This is part of the ongoing Das Tor series “Global Eats,” in which T-birds share cooking stories and recipes unique to their culture or travels around the globe.
The Thunderbird Toastmasters
Meet the Thunderbird Toastmasters and learn about their leadership team.
A Reason to Live
Christina Furst and Lisa Patel talk through the path that led Lisa to her business, DNA
The New Normal
First-year student Simon Roca shares his adventures living as a Peace Corps volunteer in Panama.
Meet the Thunderbird Global Marketing Association
This is part of Das Tor’s ongoing series, “Club Spotlight,” in which different Thunderbird clubs describe their mission, goals, and why students should consider joining their group.
What’s a Color-Deficient Left Hander Doing in Fashion?
Alum Sergio Mankita shares the efforts of his most recent endeavor, the Fashion & Retail Entrepreneurial Business Management Program.
A Virtual Spring Break
In honor of our lost Spring Break, Das Tor is sharing fun past travel photos sent in by current Thunderbird students.
The Value of Mentorship and Sponsorship
Thunderbird alum Laurene Isip reflects on women and mentorship in honor of International Women’s Day.
Being a Woman from a Developing Country: The Challenges and Our Purpose
On International Women’s Day, Thunderbird Women in Business President Diana Salas Diaz shared a message of hope and highlighted several strong women working to advance sustainable development in Peru.
Empowering Through Strength
Celebrate International Women’s Day with an inspiring message from Thunderbird’s own award-winning weightlifter Jenny Hui.
Rugby – A Lesson on the Pitch and in Life
On International Women’s Day, Das Tor Staff Writer Makenna Flynn shares why you should be supporting the strong women on the Phoenix Women’s Rugby Team.
Turning eWaste Into Opportunity
In honor of Women’s History Month, Das Tor is partnering with the Thunderbird Women in Business Club for their “Spotlight Series.” We will be featuring stories of women at the Thunderbird School of Global Management who share what makes them unique and how they are making a global impact.
The Birth of Kogo
First-year student Simon Roca describes his new business Kogo, which helps the environment and small-scale farmers in Panama by upcycling coffee cherries into a delicious new superfood product.
Campus Ambassadors: Passion in Practice
This is part of Das Tor’s ongoing series, “Club Spotlight,” in which the leadership of different Thunderbird clubs describe their mission, goals, and why students should consider joining their group.
Meet the Das Tor Executive Team
The Das Tor team recently underwent a change in leadership, and we wanted to take the opportunity to introduce ourselves to our readers in this Club Spotlight.
Starting a Business in the Apocalypse
Long-time Das Tor contributor and Thunderbird alum Jesse Breffle shared his experience of starting a business during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Sooji Pudla Recipe
This is part of the ongoing Das Tor series “Global Eats,” in which T-birds share cooking stories and recipes unique to their culture or travels around the globe.
