The fourth week of the Harvard Summer Program in Kenya began with a day of rest and relaxation at Eliye Springs Resort on the western shores of Lake Turkana. Students swam, roasted coffee, and pet kittens, and a few of us bought handmade baskets after finding a group of people selling them nearby. For lunch,…
Harvard Summer Program in Kenya: Week Three
Tuesday began with the students’ last Swahili class, which was followed by a lecture by Dr. Green on global warming. We learned about international treaties and agreements, including the UNFCCC, The Kyoto Protocol, and the Paris Agreement, which aim to reduce global emissions. After a quick tea break, the class reconvened for a discussion about…