Category Archives: Group Abstract/Outline

Project Presentation Schedules

Here is the schedule for IARD project presentations which will be held on 12th February and 13th of February (Word and PDF versions): http://2011iard6020.files.wordpress.com/2011/01/project-presentation-schedule.pdf http://2011iard6020.files.wordpress.com/2011/01/project-presentation-schedule.doc

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Shruti and Veronica Outline- Market Options for the Small Farmer in India

IARD 6020 Shruti Anand and Veronica Palladino Preliminary Outline 1/16/11 Market Options for the Small Farmer in India Introduction (Combined) Definition of small, marginal, and landless laborers/tenant farmers/share croppers Domestic Markets (Shruti) In-home consumption (no buyer scenario) Hats/ Shandis Middlemen … Continue reading

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The Effects of Education on Rural Communities

Lucas Fuess Alicia Harris Alysson Jones-Brimmer The Effects of Education on Rural Communities This paper will discuss levels of education in rural India, ranging primary school through adult and extension education.  Skills and knowledge are the keys to advancement in … Continue reading

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Day One Refection–Trisha

  We were told to expect two things upon our arrival in India: (1) that there would be a lot of people (2) to expect those people to be staring at you. I’ve travelled internationally before, and didn’t anticipate culture-shock, … Continue reading

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Remember to bring 6 copies of the 1st 2 pages of your passport

Important: bring 6 copies of the first 2 pages of your passport. Why? For checking in at the hotels, and for changing money. Also: If you have not picked up your itinerary from Angela Smith in 252 Emerson Hall, please … Continue reading

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