Experiential education goes beyond formal fieldwork as demonstrated by CRC student Julie as she delves into Turkish culture by partaking in the morning ritual of buying pretzel bread from a vendor before hurrying off to language class. Image captured by Sophie Kirpan on March 19th, 2010 during the Turkey portion of CRC.
Who says college is all academics? CRC students let their taste buds experience Turkish culture during a visit to a women's community cooperative NGO in Ankara. The menu? Couscous, vegetables, stuffed bread with potato, cheese and spinach, tea, and the best part - homemade baklava! Image captured by Sophie Kirpan on March 18th during the Turkey potion of CRC.
Studying in India often entails dressing like the locals. As Molly follows suit she grasps the entire experience from fabric to fashion by trying on a slew of shawls at a market while the vendor watches on. Image captured by Sophie Kirpan on March 9th, 2010 during the India portion of CRC.
Bethany and her CRC classmates partake in a puja (prayer ceremony) led by local priest and guru at a once-every-twelve-year festival in Haridwar, India. Image captured by Sophie Kirpan on March 4th, 2010 during the India portion of CRC
Monday, March 22, 2010
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