Well, we've met each other and completed our orientation. I am traveling with a great group of teachers and another school administrator. We are from diverse backgrounds and will certainly learn to appreciate each other after this trip. We had lectures given by two of U Austin's finest. The information about the history of Mexico; then the geographical presentation about the Maya sites were very interesting. The Teresa Lozano Long Center of Latin American Studies will be an excellent resources! The Benson Collection includes authentic pieces from Hernan Cortes and geographical maps dating back to the 1570s. Of course, I asked the presenter (Marcos from Veracruz) about Yanga, Veracruz. He knew of the history right away. Africans in Mexico--I will certainly explore this issue further!
I went to the LBJ Presidential Library this pm. There are so many memories there about the Civil Rights Movement, JFK, etc. It was a moving experience! Ciao, folks! Our coordinator has assured us that Alex has passed the Yucatan; actually it's raining here in Austin today! :-)
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