Hello!

My name is Rocky Block and I am a GIEU Teaching Fellow alongside Thuy'Anh. Currently, I am a graduate student in the School of Public Health and did my undergrad work in History and Ancient Civilizations. This will be my third trip to Viet Nam with GIEU and fourth overall. In my spare time I like to read, because I am a nerd. Favorite books include Pedagogy of the Oppressed by Paulo Freire, The Tao of Pooh and the autobiography of Nelson Mandela "Long Walk to Freedom". What does one need when reading a book? A good cup of coffee. I drink lots of coffee. I also like to listen to lots of music, ride bikes, hiking and take naps outside. Oh, and traveling.

I have had amazing experiences in Viet Nam and know that this trip will be wonderful for all of the students! Just keep an open mind, be flexible and ready to sweat. I look forward to learning from all of you.