The Environmental Politics of Study Away: a US citizen’s role in the lives of indigenous Mexicans

As an Environmental Policy minor, it is of great importance to me to understand the viewpoints of local people, conceptions of geography, cultural practices, and general ideas about people’s relationship with the land in the context of certain ecological issues and phenomena. Throughout my activities studying very specific places and issues as an international student, … Continue reading The Environmental Politics of Study Away: a US citizen’s role in the lives of indigenous Mexicans

Commemoration, Culture, and Coco: Exploring Día de Muertos in Mexico

Día de los Muertos is a holiday in Oaxaca, México that brings together the community in a week of celebrations, festivals, and gatherings. It’s a community effort with preparations beginning weeks beforehand and lots of behind the scenes work. The week is filled with events that unite Oaxaca, including plays, live concerts, and daily parades. … Continue reading Commemoration, Culture, and Coco: Exploring Día de Muertos in Mexico