Hobart and William Smith Colleges

Sophie MacCracken '18, Olivia Bennett '20, Namita Neerukonda '17 and Stefani Schmitz '17 take a photo with two students from the University of Havana following a discussion about the differences between educational systems in the United States and Cuba.

Students climb the steps at the University of Havana.

Grant Emerson '20 makes friends with two kestrels introduced to him by locals in Ciénaga de Zapata.

Participants in the Wales program enjoy the surrounding beauty of the Welsh countryside.

Ryan Montbleau ’19 (left) leads the group on a hike near Carreg Cennen Castle in the village of Trapp. Through experiential lessons and reflective course work, the Wales program explores topics spanning history and culture, sustainability and natural resources, and personal and social development.

This Week in Photos features “Outdoor Education: Theoretical Issues in Outdoor Pursuits,” the Colleges’ short-term study abroad program to Wales led by Assistant Dean of Hobart David Mapstone ’93. Hosted in partnership with the University of Wales Trinity Saint David, the summer program blends theory and hands-on experiences. Here, students gather for a photo at the ruins of Carreg Cennen Castle.

Zarvan Shah-Asif ’18 and Parke Schweiter ’19 battle in a game of rock-paper-scissors while fellow group members cheer them on.

Students participate in icebreaker games to get to know their guides and fellow classmates.

With hundreds of sheep dotting the hillside behind them, Lara Johnson ’19 and Ryan Montbleau ’19 strike a pose while taking a break from hiking.

Dylan Doeblin ’18 skips a rock during an ocean-side cookout on the final days of the trip.

Participants of the Wales program work together to cross the ocean cliffs on their journey to Paviland Cave.

Students gather for a photo before going on their next adventure to Paviland Cave.

The group discusses climbing routes and safety techniques as they prepare for a guided climb.

On a hike, the group enjoys the view just below the summit of Mount Snowdon in the northern region of Wales. Snowdon is the highest peak in Wales.

Students get ready for their day of coasteering, which involves climbing, swimming and walking along the rocky coastline without the aid of boats in the cold Welsh ocean.

The group rests in the shadows after a rigorous hike.