Amantle Montsho and Botswana Pride

Amantle Montsho-New York Times Article

After studying abroad in Botswana, I can much better appreciate how much it means to that nation as a whole that their athlete is excelling on the world stage.  To go from a cattle post in Maun (where I did my independent study with the department of wildlife), to running in the Olympics is no easy feat.  What Botswana lacks in infrastructure will surely be made up in heart as they cheer their 400 runner to greatness.  Amantle Montsho is an inspiring woman to watch!


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