Preparation In March 2017, the OVPDEMA Overseas Studies and Scholarship Program launched the inaugural Brazil course with four faculty members and 18 students. The course: “History of Race in the Americas: Exploring Racial Identity and Representation in Brazil.” The location: Rio de Janeiro. Prior to arriving in Brazil in May, students learned about Brazilian history,… Read more »
When my friends ask what I do all day, I give them an extremely condensed and simplified response: “play in the river and collect nearly invisible bugs.” Although it’s an odd statement, it’s not too far from the truth. I’m currently working in the Simon Lab with faculty member Thomas Simon in the School of… Read more »
Hi. My name is Kate. I study people. Years ago, I began my journey of education at Indiana University with every intention of becoming a geologist. I was interested in rocks and minerals, and the idea of having a career outdoors seemed like a dream. My whole plan changed when my IU route crashed unexpectedly… Read more »
