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“Development”?!!?!

Posted by yeasl in general discussion, GRS

October 29, 2013 Never, had I thought of the term “development” neither difficult nor complex to understand. GRS 290 certainly changed that; in a good way. Just as the course name reads, GRS 290/390/490 brings “Global Issues in Cultural Context” into the core of each lecture and discussion. It provokes critical thought and prods one to question many questions: “what is being discussed here?”, “why is this important?”, “what does…mean?”, “how is it being measured?”… Prior, my view on development was contrived of misconceptions, biased disjointed pieces of information. Actually,…read more

Dec.01

…a landscape approach.

Posted by yeasl in GRS, guest speaker

October 2, 2013 Although called the landscape approach, Dr. Bennett presented that this approach goes beyond defining geographical areas. It encompasses not just land and its resources but also the community; and, it is the participation of the local community which is key to a successful landscape approach. I found this to be a significant time as this was the first time to listen about how the locals are not interested in sustainability initiatives, such as reducing greenhouse gas emissions. At the time, it made sense and yet it did not make sense…read more

Nov.29