Over the last few years - in part due to taking SDLC 105, 110 and 111 - I have exposed myself to a lot of different parts of Afghan culture. In past years I have focused on the role of media, and modernity and secularism in the country. That said, this year I wanted to learn a little more about sports in Afghanistan. Learning about the role of sports in different cultures is always an interesting thing as each often has its mix of unique ones and others that are played throughout the world. I also want to examine how the Taliban's rule in Afghanistan impacted sports in the nation. Ultimately, I want to do a cultural project discussing the Taliban's influence on sports in Afghanistan and where sports in the nation stands today.
During the course of the semester some the topics I will take a look at are:
- Buzkashi - a sport created in Afghanistan
- Afghanistan's participation in the olympics
- Sports vocabulary
Also, when appropriate, I will write about topics related to Afghanistan that do not have to sports, such as politics.
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