Written by Naima Dhore, Upstream Care for Place Fellow
I am excited about taking on the role of a farmer, which stems from recognizing the significant…
Written by Louise Ba, Upstream Care for Place Fellow
My name is Louise Ba and I am a senior at St. Catherine University in Saint Paul…
Written by Colin Willemsen, Upstream Care for Place Fellow
As I write this, I’ve spent the last two months at college. College is always a big…
Written by Colin Willemsen, Upstream Care for Place Fellow
As a teenage photographer, my passion for the landscape has continually been shared with many of the…
Written by Juan Perez la Cruz
Since my arrival in the United States, I recognized the importance of pursuing my true calling. Teaching is one of…
Written by Dustin Winterowd
Minnesota’s vast and diverse natural landscapes have always held a special place in my heart. From the towering pines of the Superior…
Written by Juan Diego Perez la Cruz
Before arriving in Minnesota, I remember many phone calls with my father revolving around the natural differences he could…
Written by Gunnar Carlson, Upstream Care for Place Fellow
When I tell people I like to fly fish their first question is usually, “where?”. I laugh…
Part of the Looking for Common Ground series
Lisa Johnson for Upstream
A fourth-generation farmer is caught between life and legacy as he ponders the end of an…
Written by Jamie Hudalla
I teach in the English Department at Bethel University, and one of my courses is an introduction to academic writing. I was…
Written by Juan Diego Perez la Cruz
In the heart of Minnesota, a journey of personal and familial significance unfolded—a narrative that encapsulates the essence of…
Written by Kate Tovsen, Upstream Care for Place Fellow
My name is Kate Westlund Tovsen, and I currently live in Linwood Township and am in the…
