Haverford has long encouraged students to foster global engagement through its Global Studies Program, which offers several opportunities each year for students to explore different cultures and cultivate a greater understanding of global issues.
This year, Third, Fourth, and Fifth Formers are preparing for a summer trip to Morocco.
Led by two advisors, visual arts teacher Ms. Kristin Brown and middle school librarian Mr. Joshua Newman, the twenty-one student participants have commenced bi-weekly Friday meetings to prepare for their journey.
Ms. Brown is excited by the threefold focus for the trip: street photography, in-depth study of Islamic art, and travel writing, as well as exploring the rich architecture and culture of Morocco.
Ms. Brown holds a B.F.A. in photographic illustration from Rochester Institute of Technology and her master’s degree from The University of the Arts in Philadelphia. An avid photographer, she is eager for the opportunity to explore the streets of Morocco with students.
“I have been wanting to take a photography trip and so some street photography for some time, and Morocco seemed like a good fit for our program and a great place to photograph.”
Ms. Kristin Brown
“I have been wanting to take a photography trip and do some street photography for some time, and Morocco seemed like a good fit for our program and a great place to photograph,” Ms. Brown said.
Ms. Brown will be working with boys from an artistic perspective while Mr. Newman will focus on travel writing.
The bi-weekly meetings will facilitate group bonding, provide an in-depth study of Moroccan culture, as well as cover the preparation and logistics for the trip.
“We have started learning about the incredible architecture in Morocco, and it’s creating a lot of anticipation within the group about the trip,” Fifth Former T.J. Romero said. “I’m excited to visit the mosques in person.”
Ms. Brown is looking forward to the trip and how boys will share their experiences with the wider community.
When students return, they will channel their experiences into a book showcasing their photographs and travel writing. Ms. Brown also envisions a gallery show in the fall where images from the students’ explorations can be shared with the wider community.
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