Anna Becker reflects on her visit to the City of Samba.

Blake Heeren discusses his visit to Museu do Negro and the history of slavery in Brazil.

Courtney Field discusses how her experiences visiting Rocinha challenged her preconceived ideas of the people that live in poor communities. 

Jake Smith shares his thoughts on society's harmful perceptions of favelas.

Nicki Ellingson reflects on the challenges and rewards of teaching English at a favela.

 Professor Pedro dos Santos shares his inspiration behind the course "Development, Inequality, and Race in Brazil".

The group enjoys a free day!

Luther students visit the famous Sugarloaf and a samba school rehearsal. 

January term students visit Brazil's National History Museum, a Luther student's family restaurant, and a Brazilian basketball team practice.

Brazil January term visits Christ the Redeemer statue and explores Copacabana!