
I experienced another full day at the University of Florida. It was a wonderful orientation. I was completely emerged in Brazilian culture, history, ecology, economy, education, etc. I realized today why our orientation sessions were moved from Washington DC to U of F. Other than Corey Brewer, U of F is home to some of the country’s leading experts on Brazil. An entire department is dedicated to Brazilian research and academics. Each expert presented valuable knowledge in their field. All had experienced very different aspects of Brazil. One had spent 6 months in the Amazon studying ecology. Others were Brazilian or had a Brazilian spouse. My anxieties and excitement are significantly rising! I leave tomorrow morning for Sao Paulo!
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