Field Research on the US-Mexico Border, January 6-13, 2013
In collaboration with BorderLinks, our institutional host on the border, students will investigate immigration issues from a variety of different perspectives. A typical itinerary offers students the opportunity to engage with representatives from NGOs, humanitarian organizations, community activists, public defenders, and government officials, as well as observe deportation proceedings and hike along a “migrant trail.”
Besides earning one credit for field research, students will continue their research practicum by enrolling in either Philosophy 432: Ethics of Immigration or Sociology 409: Latino/a Immigration, Citizenship and Border Issues. Instructor permission required to enroll in one-credit field course.
The cost of the trip is approximately $910 plus airfare to Tucson, AZ. Financial assistance may be available. To apply please go to: http://tinyurl.com/US-MexicoBorder-App
An informational meeting will be held at 7 PM on Sept 26th in Morton 203.
Contact Prof. Bickham Mendez (jbmend@wm.edu) or Prof.Sánchez (resanchez@wm.edu) for more information.
