By Aiden Leslie, Florida State University While working on Lane Splitting, I have been developing a wide range of research and professional skills that are already pushing me beyond my previous experiences. I am learning how to construct a compelling narrative that balances the personal stories of the Motoboys with the larger political and economicContinue reading “The Art of Unscripted Film “
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The Role of Social Media and Tibetan Buddhism: An Ethnographic Study of Tibetan Diasporic Communities in the Kathmandu Valley
By Nikhil Stewart Hello, my name is Nikhil Stewart! I am a senior at the University of Hawaiʻi (UH) Mānoa pursuing a double bachelor’s degree in religious traditions and political science, with a certificate in Sanskrit. Originally, I hail from Long Beach, California—a place known for good music, great people, and bodacious skate parks. I’mContinue reading “The Role of Social Media and Tibetan Buddhism: An Ethnographic Study of Tibetan Diasporic Communities in the Kathmandu Valley”
Reinterpreting Heritage in a Networked World: Exploring the Geometric Soul of Islamic Architecture
By Zizhou Lyu Hello! My name is Zizhou Lyu, and I’m a fifth-year architecture student at Syracuse University. This summer, with the support of the Tyler Fellowship, my teammate Beining Xue and I—also a fifth-year architecture student—will embark on a research journey from Syracuse to Spain and Samarkand, Uzbekistan, to explore the geometric soul ofContinue reading “Reinterpreting Heritage in a Networked World: Exploring the Geometric Soul of Islamic Architecture”
Some Rest for the Restless: Examining T-cell Exhaustion and Obesity
By Shannon Huang Hi! I’m Shannon, and I’m a second year at UC San Diego studying bioengineering with a focus in biotechnology. I’m really interested in T-cell biology, and specifically how we can use their biology to make immunotherapies more effective. This summer, I’ll be going to the Obenauf Lab at the Vienna Biocenter inContinue reading “Some Rest for the Restless: Examining T-cell Exhaustion and Obesity “
Photography Project in the Dominican Republic
By Sean Eaves, SUNY Oneonta Hello! My name is Sean, and I am from Upstate New York! I am currently attending SUNY Oneonta studying a Bachelors in Fine Art with a concentration in Photography! Currently in my free time I spend a lot of it taking photos, go figure right? Usually if I have theContinue reading “Photography Project in the Dominican Republic”
Preparations for London
By Kaysyn Jones At this stage of my project, my work primarily takes the form of preliminary research and preparation for the site-based research I will be conducting in London starting in late June. Part of that means a lot of reading. I am researching a literary movement that I’m not overly familiar with —Continue reading “Preparations for London”
Blood and Empire: On the Genealogy of Nations
By Lucas Baker My name is Lucas Baker. I was born in Houston and raised in Austin, Texas. I’m currently studying German at Austin Community College, and when I’m not in class or at work, I’m usually reading, gardening, or immersing myself in the German language. I’m most passionate about two things: culture and ecology.Continue reading “Blood and Empire: On the Genealogy of Nations”
Community Response to Climate Change in Seville: Exploring Local Community Initiatives for Climate Action
By Reagan Claggett Hello! My name is Reagan Claggett, and I am originally from Denver, Colorado. I am currently a third-year undergraduate student at the University of Hawai’i at Mānoa pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Biology, with a strong interest in sustainability and conservation. Outside of my academics, I enjoy traveling, hiking, reading, andContinue reading “Community Response to Climate Change in Seville: Exploring Local Community Initiatives for Climate Action “
From Daguerreotypes to Digital: How Paris Traces the Evolution of Self-Image
By Greg John My name is Gregorio John, but you can just call me Greg. I’m currently a student at Monroe Community College in Rochester, New York, where I’m studying photography. Photography started as a hobby, something I picked up for fun, but over time, it’s grown into something I’m truly passionate about. It’s moreContinue reading “From Daguerreotypes to Digital: How Paris Traces the Evolution of Self-Image “
The Naxos Quarry Project: Retracing the Steps of Ancient Laborers
By Maya Parfitt Hi, my name is Maya Parfitt and I’m a rising junior at the College of William & Mary. I’m a student of Ancient Mediterranean Archaeology and Art History, and I feel incredibly lucky to be a Tyler Fellow. This summer, I’m doing research in Greece as a student team member of theContinue reading “The Naxos Quarry Project: Retracing the Steps of Ancient Laborers “
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