These generally range in length from two to four weeks in duration. The arts as both reflective and innovative will be studied in the context of twentieth century Latin America and students will have opportunities to examine primary literary sources and visual arts that have been shaped by national circumstances and in turn have contributed to the development of those nations. Students pursue a selective acquaintance with the geography, history, and material remains of Palestine. Extensive reading, travel to Israel, volunteer participation in a dig, and reflective writing enable students to grasp the significance of the land, its cultures, religions, and remains. The major marine habitats studied include turtle grass beds, mangrove swamps, coral reefs, tide pools, and rocky beaches.
Students also conduct an independent, inquiry-oriented investigation.
This course includes a ten-day trip to Jamaica during January. This course focuses on Costa Rica for examples of tropical climate, species diversity in the tropics, tropical forest variety, plants, insects, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals. The student works on a field project while in Costa Rica. In addition, students experience the Costa Rican culture.