Join us for Learning in the Land of Happiness: Student Reflections from Bhutan on Thursday, April 3 in Peeler Crystal Lounge.
This past December, 14 Catawba students ventured to the remote Himalayan country of Bhutan for a 10-day field experience. They learned about ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION, GROSS NATIONAL HAPPINESS, and SOCIAL SUSTAINABILITY.
Come and enjoy their reflections from this unique academic journey! There will be ample time for Q&A. RVSP today!
Presentations begin at 6:30pm
Q&A Reception begins at 8:00pm
Student Presentations:
Lillian Bodenheimer – Conservation and Community in Bhutan
Noah Ward – Exploring Bhutanese Buddhism
Aila Music – Bhutan’s Black-Necked Crane: Symbolism & Spirituality
Belle Roach – Folklore of a Storied Land
Alli Eudy – GNH: Mergings of Spirituality & Policy
Yahaira Galan-Cruzes – Sustainability Across Landscapes & Peoples
Eva Vink – A Temple of Happiness: A Historic View of Bhutan
Jenna Coleman – Artisan Culture of Bhutan
Salem Fleming – Tradition & Art in Bhutan
Keira Potts – Bhutanese Sports Culture
Crystal Sanderson – Sustainable Agriculture for an Organic Bhutan
Delilah Hatheway – Bhutanese Cuisine: A Revival of Tradition
Evelyn Espinoza – Hands-On Heritage
Katelyn Cothren – Understanding the Local Impact of Global Experience
Reception generously underwritten by the Center for the Environment.
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