Donning a flag for graduation

Abraham Endalamaw (34) talks with Jessie Robertson (39) about his experience of coming to Alaska (and the US) to pursue his PhD. They also talk about his life in Ethiopia and how he has changed since arriving.

This interview was recorded in collaboration with StoryCorps. Recorded by Jessie Robertson on June 29, 2017 at the University of Alaska Fairbanks in Fairbanks, Alaska. Edited by StoryCorps.

Music: “Arctic Evening” by Marcel du Preez