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Documenting Cultural Heritage: Artifacts and TraditionsA service learning course in Paros, Greece

Month: May 2018

Remembrance

Posted May 31, 2018 by almwilli

Despite everything on Paros being centered on the evolving and ever growing tourism industry, I was struck with inspiration for this blog today while we toured the ancient ruins of Despotiko. This is an ancient temple off the coast of the island of  Antiparos and they are in the process of doing something that I… Read more »

If I Were a Superhero….

Posted May 30, 2018 by almwilli

As kids, we always get asked what we want to be when we grow up, but the other common question we seem to get is what do you want your super power to be? There tends to be a common theme of flying or strength or invisibility, but after being on the island of Paros,… Read more »

Only the Start

Posted May 29, 2018 by almwilli

A week and half has passed since we began our adventure here on Paros. We’re weary from hard work and sore from our travels, but the hunger for new experiences rages on. So far, we’ve seen historical monuments, kayaked to a church on an island, explored the ancient quarries and we are by no means done…. Read more »

More Than Just a Google Image

Posted May 28, 2018 by almwilli

Pre-conceived – an opinion formed without adequate evidence.  As I contemplated my journey to Paros, I had a particular “pre-conceived” notion of the landscape aided by Google images.  Paros did not disappoint. However, as with many new experiences there exists an element of surprise. In my case, the warmth and openness of the Paros residents… Read more »

Another Day of Adventure

Posted May 27, 2018 by almwilli

When I first signed up for the trip to Paros, I was extremely nervous, and had no idea what to expect. I barely knew any of the people who were going and felt that I should have gone earlier. I was extremely lucky in the fact that Albert convinced me to sign up for it…. Read more »

The Importance of Friendship

Posted May 26, 2018 by almwilli

Not many people get the opportunity to visit a country literally halfway around the world, but that is exactly what I was given the chance to do. I’ve known many students who have studied abroad here in Paros, Greece, but never did I think I would be stepping foot in Greece. When I first heard… Read more »

Tunnel Vision

Posted May 25, 2018 by almwilli

Yesterday marked one week since I embarked on my journey to Paros, Greece. I prepared for this trip with relatively no expectations. Sure I would see new things, food, and people but I knew I wouldn’t be able to anticipate the feel of Paros until I arrived. I was correct in my assumption because each… Read more »

Meeting New People and Making New Friends 

Posted May 24, 2018 by almwilli

I like to think that I make friends easily. I never seemed to have a problem growing up and interacting with anyone – no matter if we had anything in common or not. I think as a child it’s easier because of school – you are surrounded by kids your own age that also like… Read more »

Experiences

Posted May 23, 2018 by almwilli

Throughout my time as a student and a traveler, one thing stays constant: What hangs in my mind is always the experiences I’ve had. Even now, that sentiment is holding its own and growing new roots on this tiny, Mediterranean island that barely has the same square mileage as Indianapolis within I-465. Today alone, I… Read more »

Soles of Paros

Posted May 22, 2018 by almwilli

Has anyone ever thought about what it takes to travel somewhere? The most fundamental answer doesn’t lie in plane tickets or money or supplies. The answer lies in the foundation of who we are as beings on this earth—our feet. Our feet are some of the most supportive parts of our body; they get us… Read more »

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Group photo of study abroad studentsThis is an international service-learning course (NEWM N415) that takes place on the Greek island of Paros. This service learning project will include producing a video documentary of a historical archaeological site that includes 3D graphical recreations.

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