Footsteps of Ernie Pyle

During visits to London, Normandy and Paris, Media School students analyze Ernie Pyle’s descriptions of war and foreign countries to an American audience.

Lilly Sanders, Jamie Skigen, Katie McGinnis, Jack Bassett, and Michael Skiles on the ferry across the English Channel

A beautiful welcome to France

By Katie McGinnisA turbulent ferry ride across the English Channel ended with a rainbow sighting for senior Katie McGinnis and the rest of the Footsteps of Ernie Pyle travelers.

The inside of St. Paul's Cathedral

St. Paul’s Cathedral: a symbol of English resilience

By Melissa DvojackiSenior Melissa Dvojacki fought through her jet lag to climb St. Paul's Cathedral's steep, narrow staircase. It was worth it.

A row of builings in London

From Bloomington to Bankside: 15 hours of travel

By Melissa DvojackiThe airplane was cramped, and the flight was long, but senior Melissa Dvojacki put the situation into perspective by remembering Ernie Pyle's travel conditions.

A group of studetnts walking through a park

Beauty among the ashes

By Katie McGinnisA visit to a decimated church opened senior Katie McGinnis' eyes to the extent of the recovery England faced after World War II.