Gloal Education Fair supplement (September 11, 2009 issue)

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Special thanks to all of the departments and individuals who contributed to the contents of the 2009 Global Education Fair Guide, which is published in cooperation with Duke Global Education Office for Undergraduates.

The Global Education Office for Undergraduates invites you to attend the Annual Global Education Fair this Tuesday, September 15, in the Bryan Center from 11:30-3:30.

Over 50 programs will be represented - please see the center pages of this section for a map and list of attendees.

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Tips and hints when you are abroad When students get ready to travel abroad, they are feeling many things—anxious, exhilarated and ready to enjoy a lower drinking age.

But there are several things to remember in addition to substance laws.

Many students who study abroad suffer “culture shock” upon their arrival. Be sure to research the country you are traveling to so that you know its customs and traditions.

Even in countries where the culture seems very similar to America’s, you may be startled by unexpected differences. For instance, in England there are public urinals on the street.

Remember to carry a camera with you so that you can take pictures of the unique spectacles and sights you may find abroad. If you are traveling to a non-English-speaking country, it would also be a good idea to purchase a phrase book so that you can communicate with locals and order food or ask directions.

Do not be surprised if you run into local people who do not have positive ideas about American tourists.

There are many stereotypes about Americans that are not flattering. For instance, many countries think Americans are naive, unsophisticated, workaholics, religious and unaware of geography.

If someone approaches you with one of these stereotypes, try not to respond. It is often best to correct them by example rather than engage in what could become a physical fight.

Although you are immersed in and learning about a different culture, you do not have to give up your personal beliefs and customs. Other cultures have different personal boundaries and dining customs, and while you should be respectful of other traditions you do not have to do anything that makes you uncomfortable.

Most importantly, remember to enjoy your time abroad and learn as much as possible about life in another country.

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Getting Started WHERE TO START: Semester applicants will find the Global Education Office for Undergraduates (GEO-U) website’s (http:// studyabroad.duke.edu/home/Getting_Started) Step-By-Step Guide to Study Abroad at Duke very helpful. All students are invited to contact the GEO-U staff with questions about their study abroad plans and opportunities, and are welcome to set up appointments with regional advisors. To do so, please call 919-684-2174.

PROGRAM COSTS: Program costs vary widely and change over time. The costs for Duke programs will be listed on each program’s websites. Do not let costs deter you. Financial aid at Duke and at many other universities is applicable to study abroad. Federal financial aid is fully portable. For more information on financial aid, go to Duke’s Office of Financial Aid’s website at http://finaid.duke.edu.

DUKE AND DUKE-APPROVED PROGRAMS: The Duke GEO-U welcomes applicants from accredited colleges and universities for its Duke-administered programs. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, national origin, handicap, sexual orientation or preference, sex, or age. Duke reserves the right to make program changes if necessary. Please check out the individual Duke program pages linked from the GEO-U’s Programs page.

Information about the differences between studying with a Duke program aTwo Types of Study Abroad Programs. A listing of all Duke-approved programs can be found by using the search function on the Programs page.

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How Do You Choose a Study Abroad Program?

First, keep in mind that there is no “one size fits all” in study abroad. The choice needs to be an individual one based upon each student’s academic and personal goals. It is important not to rush into a program choice without considering all the options, however tempting it may be to simply follow the choices of your peers. “The road less traveled” often leads to the greatest rewards.

So how do you identify the program which is the best fit for you? First, you need to ask yourself some questions about your academic goals, and how the various programs might help you achieve them.

Language of Instruction: • Is one of your goals to improve your fluency in a foreign language?

• Are classes conducted in English or in the language of the host country?

• What are the language requirements for applicants?

Duration of the program: • Is this a year-long program, or can students enroll for a single semester?

• If a summer program, how many weeks is it?

• How long can you be away from the home campus?

Credits: • How many credits can a student expect to earn on the program?

• How many study abroad credits will your department accept towards a major/minor/certificate program?

• Will you be able to earn the course codes that you need to progress in your degree program?

Level of immersion in the host culture: • Is there a Resident Director, or any staff who deal solely with this group of students?

• Would you enroll directly in classes at a foreign university, or is there a separate center for the program?

• Are there special classes at the center? If so, in what subjects, and who teaches them?

• If you enroll directly at the university, would you be taking separate classes specially designed for foreign students, or would your classmates be from the host country?

• Do you want a high level of support and structure in your program or do you desire to be as independent as possible?

Living arrangements: • Do students live with host families, in apartments, or in dormitories?

• How far is the housing from the university or program center?

• How much privacy/personal independence does the housing offer?

• Who would arrange the housing and could you switch if it were not satisfactory?

• Are meals included? Can the program accommodate students with special dietary needs (e.g. food allergies)?

Fees: • What do the fees cover? (The cost of tuition, books, housing, meals, special excursions, and airfare may or may not be included.)

• Are there not-so-obvious expenses you should take into account?

• Are there scholarships available?

Eligibility requirements and number of participants: • Is there a minimum GPA for the program?

• Are there prerequisites and do you meet them?

• Is the program limited to degree-seeking university students?

• Is the group large, small, or medium, and do you feel comfortable with the group size?

• How selective is the program? Will you need to apply to a back-up program?

Past participants: • Is it possible to speak with a student who has recently participated in the program?

We always recommend that you start by looking at Duke’s own programs, for which you pay Duke tuition and earn in-residence Duke credits. If there is a Duke program that suits your goals, this is usually the simplest option. You can find more information on all Duke programs by browsing the GEO-U website and visiting the GEO-U office in Smith Warehouse.

If you do not find what you seek among the Dukein programs, you may wish to explore the Duke-Approved Program List listed on the GEO-U website under Programs. This list, which is updated yearly, includes about 100 non-Duke programs currently approved for transfer credit. The list is organized by region and country, and contains links to each program’s website.

If you are unable to find a Duke-administered or Duke-approved program that suits your academic needs, please contact the Global Education Office for an advising appointment.

The Caribbean is paradise, Typhoid fever is not!

Are you planning international travel or study abroad?

For travel to foreign countries some vaccines may be required or take several weeks to complete, also anti-malarial medications may be recommended. The Duke University Student Health International Travel Clinic can help with advice, vaccines, and prescription medication.

Call Now! Don’t wait until the last minute, appointments get booked up weeks in advance.

(We also do group travel clinics) Call Student Health at 681-WELL to schedule an appointment.

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About Global Education for Undergraduates at Duke University Duke University is committed to providing an undergraduate education with a truly global perspective. All of us live in a world of increasingly interdependent nations and cultures, and you must be prepared to live and work in an international environment.

While you can prepare in part through academic study and open debate at your home college, nothing can match direct experience.

An extended encounter with a foreign culture’s different values and languages can teach us how to communicate across the barriers of custom, geography, and politics. Students who have studied glob-

ally return with a deeper understanding of other peoples, of their own cultural background, of themselves, and of their place in the world.

Duke’s programs provide you with the structure for this personal and intellectual growth. We believe that the best possible global education experience offers students high caliber academics, a strong support system, and the chance to integrate intellectual inquiry into a mosaic of cultural and personal experiences. Going global will change your life. This is true not only in terms of personal development, but in terms of your career. Many students have

pursued new interests or made contacts away from Duke that have had unforeseen benefits later on. Whatever your future holds, the time you spend on a study experiences away from Duke will be an undeniable asset.

Look through the Global Education for Undergraduates website carefully.

Let yourself imagine how one of our programs might enhance your academic and personal growth. Then let us know how we can provide you with more detailed information and any other assistance you might need.

We look forward to hearing from you.

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Percentage of Class of 2008 who studied abroad: Trinity - 49% Pratt - 32% All graduates - 47% Most popular destinations (semester/academic year): 1. Italy (139) 2. Spain (101) 3. Australia (81) 4. UK (78) Most popular destinations (summer 2008)* 1. UK (73) 2. China (29) 2. Greece (29) 0910_A315_the 3.

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Duke in Berlin In Berlin lernen...Berlin erleben!

www.duke.edu/web/berlin Application Deadline for Spring: Oct. 1st

East meets West in this city at the heart of a changing Europe. Theater, art galleries, opera, comedy shows, libraries, archives, night life, universities, and more - your opportunities in Berlin are limitless!

With four different program options, there is something for everyone, even students with no previous experience with the German language.

Learn more about these opportunities, and find the right fit for you.

Spring courses include: Advanced Intensive German Berlin Culture Germany: A European Superpower?

And there is a special track for Engineering students!

Contact Professor William C. Donahue (wcd2@duke.edu) or Dr Christophe Fricker (cef15@duke.edu) for further information.

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Duke & Duke Approved Programs Duke Approved: Semester • Duke in Berlin • Duke in China • Duke in Florence • Duke in France • Duke in Glasgow • Duke in Istanbul • Duke in LA • Duke in Madrid • Duke in NY - Arts & Media • Duke in NY - Financial Markets and Institutions • Duke in St. Petersburg • Duke in the Andes • Duke in Venice • Global Semester Abroad India/China • ICCS - Rome • ICCS - Sicily • OTS – Tropical Biology in Costa Rica • OTS – Global Health in Costa Rica • OTS – Savanna Ecology in South Africa Summer • Duke in Australia • Duke in Brazil • Duke in China • Duke in Flanders • Duke in Geneva • Duke in Ghana • Duke in Greece • Duke in London - Drama • Duke in Mexico • Duke in NY – Summer Internships in the City • Duke in Oxford • Duke in Paris • Duke in Rome • Duke in Russia • Duke in Singapore • Duke in Spain • Duke Summer in Berlin • Duke in Venice • OTS - Costa Rica Tropical Biology For a list of Duke Approved Programs, look under “List of Approved Programs” in the Programs section of the web site

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Semester Programs in Global Health Tropical Biology African Ecology Summer Program in Field Tropical Biology Apply Now! Application deadlines are: Spring ‘10 – Nov. 1 Summer ‘10 – March 1 Fall ‘10 – April 1 Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until courses are full. www.ots.duke.edu • otsadmissions@duke.edu 919-684-5774 or visit Duke GEO at global.duke.edu

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Participants in Alphabetical Order American University of Cairo, Egypt Arcadia University, Center for Education Abroad Augsburg College, Center for Global Education (Mexico) Australearn (Global Links) Brown University in Bologna, Italy Butler University, Institute for Study Abroad College Year in Athens Danish Institute of Study Abroad Duke in the Andes (semester), Ecuador Duke in Australia (summer) Duke in Berlin (summer/semester) Duke in Brazil (summer) Duke in China (summer/semester) Duke in Flanders (summer), Netherlands and Belgium Duke in Florence (semester) Duke in France (semester) / Duke in Paris (summer) Duke in Geneva (summer) Duke in Ghana (summer) Duke in Glasgow (semester) / University of Glasgow, UK Duke in Greece (summer) Duke in Istanbul (semester) Duke in London Drama (summer) Duke in Mexico (summer) Duke in NY domestic programs (summer/semester) / Duke Marine Lab Duke in Oxford (summer) / Oxford Direct (Acad. Year) Duke in Russia (summer) / Duke in St. Petersburg (sem.)

Duke in Spain (summer) / Duke in Madrid (semester) Duke in Venice (summer/semester) Duke Career Center and Financial Aid Georgetown University in Turkey (McGhee Center) Hebrew University, Israel ICCS Rome/Sicily (semester) Institute for International Education of Students (IES) Loyola University Chicago: Rome Center Maastricht University, the Netherlands New York University Global Education Office Open Organization for Tropical Studies, S. Africa and Costa Rica Queen Mary, University of London School for International Training Student Study Abroad Committee Studio Art Center International (SACI), Florence Syracuse University in Strasbourg, France Temple University in Rome Travel Health Clinic (Duke) Universidad de las AmĂŠricas (UDLA), Mexico University of St. Andrews, UK Victoria University of Wellington, NZ

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Participants in Table Order 4 36 25 2 26 34 33 1 11 23 50 14 49 20 46 8 21 24 48 16 6 13 22 9 19 15 12 47 10 27 5 45 32 30 38 37 41 and 42 17 7 18 35 43 31 39 29 44 40 28 3

Danish Institute of Study Abroad 1 Australearn (Global Links) 2 Victoria University of Wellington, NZ 3 American University of Cairo, Egypt 4 Hebrew University, Israel 5 Duke in Istanbul (semester) 6 Organization for Tropical Studies, S. Africa and Costa Rica 7 Duke in France (semester) / Duke in Paris (summer) 8 Duke in NY domestic programs (summer and semester) / Duke Marine Lab 9 Duke Career Center and Financial Aid 10 Duke in the Andes (semester), Ecuador 11 Duke in Spain (summer) / Duke in Madrid (sem.)

12 Duke in London Drama (summer) 13 Duke in Brazil (summer) 14 Duke in Russia (summer) / Duke in St. Petersburg (sem.)

15 Duke in Greece (summer) 16 Open 17 Queen Mary, University of London 18 Duke in Oxford (summer) / Oxford Direct (Acad. Year) 19 Duke in Flanders (summer), Netherlands and Belgium 20 Duke in Geneva (summer) 21 Duke in Mexico (summer) 22 Duke in Australia (summer) 23 Duke in Ghana (summer) 24 Augsburg College, Center for Global Education (Mexico) 25 Brown University in Bologna, Italy 26 Georgetown University in Turkey (McGhee Center) 27 University of St. Andrews, UK 28 Temple University in Rome 29 Loyola University Chicago: Rome Center 30 Studio Art Center International (SACI), Florence 31 Institute for International Education of Students (IES) 32 College Year in Athens 33 Butler University, Institute for Study Abroad 34 School for International Training 35 Arcadia University, Center for Education Abroad 36 New York University 37 Maastricht University, the Netherlands 38 Syracuse University in Strasbourg, France 39 Universidad de las AmĂŠricas (UDLA), Mexico 40 Global Education Office 41 and 42 Student Study Abroad Committee 43 Travel Health Clinic (Duke) 44 ICCS Rome/Sicily (semester) 45 Duke in Florence (semester) 46 Duke in Venice (summer/semester) 47 Duke in Glasgow (semester) / University of Glasgow, UK 48 Duke in China (summer/semester) 49 Duke in Berlin (summer/semester) 50

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Eurotrip: Must-see places while studying in Europe Deciding which country in Europe to spend a semester of the summer studying abroad can be an agonizing decision for students. With the wonders of modern transportation, however, you are by no means limited in which nations you can experience first-hand.

High-speed railways cross the continent—allowing passengers to get from London to Paris in a little over two hours—meaning that time spent in any country will open up everything that Europe has to offer.

Le Grande Arche — Paris, France La Grande Arche de la Defénse is one of the truly unique and modern buildings in all of Europe. Almost a perfect cube, the building is missing its east and west facades. The effect creates a concrete, marble and glass arch which stands over 100 meters tall. The two sides of the Arche house government offices and the roof section is an art and event center.

Westminster Abbey — London, England With King Henry III beginning construction in 1245, The Collegiate Church of St. Peter at Westminster—commonly referred to as Westminster Abbey—stands as one of the most famous religious structures in the world. The burial site of more than 3,000 people, the abbey has served as the coronation church for every British monarch since it was built.

St. Peter of Zurich — Zurich, Switzerland This church, completed around the year 1000, is internationally renowned for having the world’s largest church clock face, with a diameter of almost 9 meters. Prior to having a church, the location was home to a temple in honor of the Roman god Jupiter—the equivalent to Zeus in Greek mythology. The current building was completed in 1706 after being rebuilt multiple times over the centuries.

The Reichstag building — berlin, germany The current house of the German parliament has a long and interesting history. Originally constructed in 1894, the building housed the first parliament of the German Empire until it was destroyed by a fire in 1933. It would be 66 years until the building would reopen, with a modern glass dome, enclosing the new parliament chamber, placed within the walls of the original building.

Torre de Oro — Seville, Spain Built in the 12th century, the “Tower of Gold” served as a watch tower during the Almohad dynasty for North African Muslim occupiers protecting their adoptive capital of Seville. Today, the tower serves as a naval museum and celebrates the importance of its rivers to Seville’s culture.

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Fall 2010 Application Deadline: March 1, 2010

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What Should Each Class Be Doing in Order to Study Globally?

First Year Students: • Attend the Global Education Fair in September and visit the GEO-U website to explore program offerings and talk with a GEO-U advisor.

• Talk to your advisor about course planning for a semester or academic year away from Duke.

• Consider a Duke summer abroad program – first year students are welcome to apply!

Sophomores: • Attend the Global Education Fair in September and visit the GEO-U website to narrow program choices.

• Talk to faculty and former study abroad students to get recommendations and advice. Meet with a GEO-U advisor.

• Make sure your passport is valid and your immunizations are up to date.

• Consider spring semester! Some sophomores are better off spending their spring semester away from Duke, leaving their final two years for core major courses.

• Go to MyGlobalEd at http://global.duke.edu/geo to begin the application process.

Juniors • It’s not too late! Explore options for spring semester or senior year with your mentors and advisors. Memorize the GEO-U website and become a facebook fan.

• Consider a Duke summer abroad program – it may be your last chance to grab a unique piece of the Duke experience before launching into the real world.

Seniors • Yes, even seniors can study abroad! Choose your program carefully and talk with GEO-U and academic advisors about graduation requirements and timelines.

• Before leaving Duke, make sure you’ve gone global.

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Frequently Asked Questions Is study abroad possible at Duke?

Yes. Studying abroad is an increasingly popular option for Duke students who want to expand their educational horizons. Duke University is committed to providing an internationally grounded liberal education that will enable its students to understand the world better, appreciate the international contributions to knowledge, and to cope effectively with an increasingly intercultural environment. Duke strongly encourages its students to study abroad: direct experience of another culture is the best way of communication across barriers of custom, language, geography, and politics. An encounter with different values, educational methods, and with a foreign culture can broaden the student’s understanding of the world. To see who is studying abroad and where, please review our statistics.

Why should I study abroad?

Everyone will give different answers to this question. Duke students who have studied abroad enthusiastically agree about its advantages. They find class work in a foreign country stimulating and their encounters outside the classroom educational and exciting. They come back with a broader, deeper understanding both of another country and of their own cultural background. Entering Duke students should start planning early to enjoy this unique opportunity.

Do most students elect to study abroad for a single semester (rather than a full year)?

Yes. Very few of our students study abroad for

a full academic year. In 2008-09, 507 studied abroad one semester and 11 went for the whole year.

Do students ever participate in multiple study abroad programs?

Yes. The most common combination is summer and fall, or multiple summer programs.

Are there a few favorite study abroad sites?

In 2008-09, the most popular study abroad destinations among Duke students were the United Kingdom, Italy, Spain, and Australia.

and foreign universities and are approved for Duke students by the Duke Study Abroad Committee. Over 120 programs are approved for Duke student participation in Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East and Oceania. Students receive transfer credit toward their degrees. Grades are not recorded on the Duke transcript. Visit the Programs page at http:// global.duke.edu/geo to search through the list of Duke-approved programs.

What is a Duke-administered program?

These are programs administered and supervised by Duke. Duke faculty are directly involved, and the courses, in most cases, receive Duke credit and grades like courses on campus. Dukeadministered programs appear on the Programs page. “Direct” programs are not Duke-administered programs.

What about other programs, not in these categories?

There are more than a hundred study abroad programs on the Duke-approved list. If a student is interested in a program not approved or administered by Duke, s/he must meet with a study abroad advisor to discuss the viability of that program. If it appears to be a viable program, students will be allowed to petition for program approval by submitting program information, course approvals, and appropriate rationale to the Duke Study Abroad Committee, composed of faculty and administrators. The petition will either be approved or not. Students interested in studying at foreign universities by direct enrollment (without a U.S. college program’s sponsorship) may apply directly to these universities in order to attend regular university courses. Direct enrollment must also be approved by the Study Abroad Committee through the petition process.

What is a Duke-approved program?

These programs are sponsored by other U.S.

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What types of programs are available to Duke students?

There are two types of programs: those administered directly by Duke (“Duke-in” programs), and those sponsored by other American and foreign universities which are approved by Duke.

Visit the Programs page at http://global.duke. edu/geo to search the list of Duke-approved programs.

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How many Duke-In study abroad programs do we currently have? What are they and how many students attend each year?

There are 15 Duke-in programs and about 18 summer programs. Among Duke students, the most popular semester Duke program is Duke in Madrid and the most popular summer program is Duke in Oxford.

What about Semester at Sea, or other programs that visit many places in one semester?

Duke considers programs such as Semester at Sea and the Scholar Ship to be domestic programs, which means Trinity students can only transfer up to two course credits for a semester program, and Pratt students up to four. Domestic transfer credit is handled by a student’s academic dean, and not the Global Education Office for Undergraduates. The rationale behind this policy is that the programs do not provide an immersion experience abroad.

Where can I find more information about study abroad programs?

The first step for any Duke student who wants to study abroad is to read the website at http://global.duke.edu/geo thoroughly. You may also visit the Global Education Office for Undergraduates, Smith Warehouse,114 S. Buchanan Blvd., 2nd Floor, Bay 6. At the office, you will be able to browse the following information: • program brochures • travel guides • videos • websites • scholarship information • foreign university bulletins • program evaluations from previous participants The Global Education Office for Undergraduates or GEO-U assists students in clearing their study abroad plans through Duke and in understanding Duke’s policies on study abroad. After initial visits, students may schedule appointments with the GEO-U advising staff to receive individualized guidance in their planning for the best possible international educational experience.

What about housing when I come back to Duke?

Students should be in touch with Residence Life and Housing Services (RLHS) to make sure the appropriate forms are submitted at the appropriate times to cancel existing housing plans and to ensure future plans.

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from abroad Dear Office of Study Abroad: The Duke in Brazil program allowed me to be completely immersed in the Brazilian culture and language. Having a host mother who was so warm and welcoming, yet spoke not a word of English, gave me the opportunity to expand my Portuguese vocabulary in a way that would not have been possible otherwise. Also, the small, intimate group of students who accompanied me on this trip created a unique experience for me, one in which I felt incredibly comfortable, even thousands of miles away from home on the beaches of Ipanema and Copacabana.

After coming back from Brazil, I always make sure to tell everyone of the eye-opening experience I had. I learned about the unique culture alive in Brazil, both in classroom and on the streets. My interest in Brazil has only increased since my return, and I plan to complete a Public Policy internship in Rio next summer.

Rio de Janeiro truly is a marvelous city, one in which I now hold close to my heart. I know I will be going back, and even though my experience is bound to be different, my study abroad experience will have given me the skills and confidence to explore Rio once again like a true “carioca�.

- Caitlin Ariens

Dear Global Education Office: Madagascar was the most incredible experience of my life. I saw things I had never seen before and I saw familiar things from new perspectives. I learned so much about the world and my place within it. After Madagascar, I am more determined than ever to dedicate time to volunteering abroad.

Our classroom was on a beach. Outside the window, whales were jumping in the Indian ocean. We went camping, hiking, swimming, snorkling, and caving. We visited beautiful rainforests and climbed the second highest peak in the country.

But the most wonderful part of the experience was the people. The Malagasy are the some of the most warm, welcoming, happy people I have ever known. In the photo above, I am holding a baby girl that was born only hours before. I had helped deliver her when I was staying in an isolated, rural village for a week. The mother, shown in the wool hat next to me, was sixteen. And in Tandroy culture, a woman cannot make a sound during childbirth. She did not cry out once. It was incredible. She gave birth right there in her small hut, with only me, her mother, and her grandmother in the room. There was no doctor and no medications. She did it all by herself.

-Laura Saucier

16 | Friday, September 11, 2009

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