Senegal: Global Studies Case Study
In January 2025, students with a framework following completion of the introductory course, were invited to participate in this week-long visit to Senegal led by Carina Yervasi. Themes for the study trip included: changing urban landscapes, women and the economy, climate change, immigration, as well as the role of Dakar in Senegalese cinema.
Read an article about this Global Studies Trip
Indonesia: Balinese Gamelan
In January 2024, Swarthmore students embarked on a 12-day immersive experience engaging with the performing arts and cultural traditions of Bali, Indonesia. This built on instruction students received through their performance ensemble on-campus, where which students learn to play traditional instruments and perform classical repertoire. This study trip was co-led by Tom Whitman and Jon Kochavi from the music faculty.
Read a Student's Reflection on their Experience in Bali
Japan: Environment, Cultural Memory, and Social Change
In May 2023, following a semester of study, 10 Swarthmore students embarked on a two week practicum in Japan. The course was co-taught by Professors Will Gardner and (who taught about environmental and cultural memory) and Denise Crossan. Gardner (who taught the theory and practice of social entrepreneurship as a vehicle for social change). See the Story Map.
Memory and Identity
May 2018. Maria Luisa Guardiola and Eli Cohen.
