Today we had the opportunity to have a lecture presented by Aborigines. Their names were Noel 'Bilyana' Blomeley and Anthony 'Tule' Gordon. Bilyana and Tule are their Aboriginal names. It was an interesting lecture because we got to learn how two different Aboriginal people can live different lives. Bilyana has spent 20 months traveling to different Aborignal Communities and has seen many parts of the world. He also had the chance to go to Harvard University in Boston. On the other hand, Tule is very proud of his culture and does not want to leave the country. His intentions are to protect his native land. Finally, Tule took us to part of his native land and we had the chance to see where he used to live. The view was incredible with large hills, beautiful trees, and large rocks. Seeing it has been raining the past few days, the groud was incredibly muddy and most of us walked up this hill barefoot! I'm sure everyone will have tons of pictures they can upload to show you! I hope the weather has been good in Wisconsin!
Jenny
Project Director - Courtney Bauder
G'day Mates...My name is Courtney Bauder and I am leading this group of students to Australia this January. I am very excited because my mother is also coming on the trip with us. I am a teacher at UW Oshkosh and I love to travel. I have been lucky enough to travel all over the world. I have worked with children when I lived and taught in China, Japan, and Germany and have traveled all over Europe, east Africa, southern Asia, and central America, and I love to make friends with people from different cultures. I have never been to Australia before, so I am hoping that you and my students can help me learn about this wonderful place 'Down Under' as I try to teach you some things too.
Australian Traveler Joan Bauder
Hi! My name is Joan Bauder and I am Courtney's mum. I'm not a student but I am really looking forward to this trip to Australia. I am from England and I have lived in Green Bay for 28 years. Go Packers! Before that I lived in Canada. I love to travel and have been to India, Nicaragua, Spain, and Greece. I hope you enjoy traveling with us to Australia. We want you to enjoy all of our experiences and we look forward to getting to know you.
U.W. Oshkosh Traveler Holly Chilsen
Hello everyone! My name is Holly and I am a sophomore at UW-Oshkosh. I am majoring in Radio, TV, and Film and I am working towards a minor in Journalism. One day I hope to make it into a tv studio to do broadcast reporting. I am VERY excited to be able to go to Australia. I have never been outside of the country before, so this experience will be that much more enjoyable. I look forward to sharing my experiences with you all. Stay warm in Wisconsin!
U.W. Oshkosh Traveler Jessica Griffin
Hi everyone!! My name is Jessica Griffin I’m 22 years old and I’m so excited that I’m going to Australia!! If I had to choose one place to go in my life it would definitely be Australia, I have been wanting togo here forever! I‘m really glad that we get to stay in contact with you guys and I hope that we give you the desire to come and experience it for your self! Talk to you all very soon! -Jess
U.W. Oshkosh Traveler Sarah Coles
Hi, my name is Sarah. I am a sophomore here at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. I am an education major and plan on teaching history and geography. I have wanted to go to Australia ever since I was little so I'm really looking forward to going there and learning about their culture.
U.W. Oshkosh Traveler Oshkosh Lara Kallas
Hi! My name is Lara Kallas. I am a senior at the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. I have a major in International Studies and minors in Geography and Religious Studies. I grew up in Princeton, Wisconsin. I have two older sisters name Emily and Helena. I also have a cat named Chip. In my free time I enjoy hiking, reading, kayaking, and many other things. I am looking forward to keeping in contract with you and sharing all of my wonderful Australian experiences.
U.W. Oshkosh Traveler Josh Puls
Hey I'm Josh. I am 22 years old and a senior at UWO. I am studying Human Services and plan to get my masters to become a high school counselor. This is my first time studying abroad and I know that we are going to have a blast. I love to play soccer, water ski, swim, and play outside all the time. Once I get to Australia I plan on finding a kangaroo and going for a ride in it's pouch :)!!
U.W. Oshkosh Traveler Heather Drunasky
Hello....I'm Heather Drunasky. I am a 21 year old senior working towards a degree in Liberal Studies. I am also working towards a minor in Women's Studies and Art. I am planning on going to graduate school once I graduate with my undergrad. I am not sure what I want to study in grad school. I know once I am all done with school, I am moving out to New York City. I am extremely excited to be able to take this trip and learn more about a different culture. This will be my first time out of the country without my family. This whole trip will definitely be a learning experience for me.
U.W. Oshkosh Traveler Shay Elam
My name is Shay and I am from the small town of Antigo, Wisconsin. I am currently a senior at UW Oshkosh studying Human Services and Studio Art. I hope to help the community by becoming a counselor or an art therapist when I am finished with school. I am thrilled to have the amazing opportunity to travel to Australia and I look forward to sharing my experience with everyone!
U.W. Oshkosh Traveler Jenny Braun
Hello!! I’m Jenny Braun. My major is Finance and Marketing along with a minor in Global Business. I really enjoy traveling and seeing what other parts of the world have to offer. I have currently traveled to multiple countries in Europe such as: Germany, Austria, the Czech Republic, Italy, France, and Belgium. I have also had the opportunity to explore the Cayman Islands, the Bahamas, and New Providence Island: Nassau. I look forward to discovering Australia and sharing this experience with you!
U.W. Oshkosh Traveler Blake Jung
Hi my name is Blake, I am a senior at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, I will be graduating this May and moving out to LA to work. I love to travel and I have backpacked through Europe before and I am looking forward to all the new experiences that I will encounter in Australia. Looking forward to sharing this experience with all of you!
U.W. Oshkosh Traveler Jordan Jung
My name is Jordan I am in Grad School at the U of O. I went to St. Joe's school for fifth grade in the Town of Big Bend WI, small little class of maybe 20. I am 24 years old and have a brother that is 22. He is on this trip with me, his name is Blake. Beach volleyball is my favorite activity, I have played in Japan, Spain, California and so on. I won a State Championship at my High School, Catholic Memorial for volleyball. I have played on Oshkosh Men's team for the past 5 years and have an All-American award and a couple National Championships.
U.W. Oshkosh Traveler Shawn O'Callaghan
My name is Shawn O'Callaghan and I am a student at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh. I am studying Human Services. I plan to do something to protect the environment when I graduate. I am looking forward to trying many new things in Australia.
U.W. Oshkosh Traveler Leslie Clark
My name is Leslie Clark. I am a senior at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh. I am studying the subject of Human Services. I will be graduating from college in the spring. After college I plan on going to graduate school to become a community counselor. I am really excited to be able to help you all learn about Australia. I hope that you will be able to learn and enjoy this experience as much as I will be teaching you all. Take care and can't wait to keep in touch.
U.W. Oshkosh Traveler Samantha Dittner
Hi! I'm Samantha Dittner but you can call me Sam. I'm currently a senior at UW Oshkosh studying Human Services. When I finish college I hope to work with children in the Fon du Lac School District as a social worker or a counselor.
Indigenous Australian Art
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Aboriginal Rock Art, Anbangbang Rock Shelter, Kakadu National Park, Australia
2 comments:
Hi,
The whole place looks pretty. And kind of wild. Mr. Tule looks he knows a lot about his land. And it must be fun to go barefoot but doesn't it hurt?
Jordan Sisel
Hi Jordan!
You are right, Australia is beautiful! Tule did know so much about his land which is very sacred to his people. He told us stories on the way up to the rocks. It was fun going barefoot but very messy! We had to look out for sharp rocks and some barbed wire! Hope things are well for you!
Shay
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