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Los Impactos Del Cambio Climático En Las Comunidades Aymaras En Putre, El Valle De Azapa Y Arica, Lindsey Kaufman Apr 2022

Los Impactos Del Cambio Climático En Las Comunidades Aymaras En Putre, El Valle De Azapa Y Arica, Lindsey Kaufman

Independent Study Project (ISP) Collection

Research Question: How is climate change affecting Aymara communities in Putre, the valley of Azapa, and Putre?

Objectives: To understand the effects of climate on communities by 1) describing which environmental problems exist and their impact on agriculture and ranching, 2) understanding the patterns of migration away from the ancestral land, 3) exploring the connections to the social determinants of health that exist with these change, and 4) analyzing the significance of these changes in the agriculture for the communities’ traditions and connection to the land.

Background: Aymara communities have historically inhabited agricultural and ranching lands in …


A Study Of The Social, Cultural, And Environmental Influences On Appalachian Agriculture, Morganne May Apr 2021

A Study Of The Social, Cultural, And Environmental Influences On Appalachian Agriculture, Morganne May

Senior Theses

Appalachia, despite its rich history and abundant biological and cultural diversity, is commonly associated with a generalized notion of ignorance, resistance to progress, and "backwardness." This study aims to shed light on the socioeconomic, cultural, and environmental influences which have shaped the present food systems of Appalachia through a review of relevant literature. This history provides the necessary context to strategize a region-specific, socioeconomically and environmentally sustainable food system moving forward.


Solutions Human Centered Approach To Conservation, Illustration Department, History, Philosophy, + The Social Sciences Department Mar 2021

Solutions Human Centered Approach To Conservation, Illustration Department, History, Philosophy, + The Social Sciences Department

Illustration Course Work & Materials

"These essays were were written and illustrated by students at the Rhode Island school of Design in February, 2021. Their perspectives are entirely personal and reflect their efforts within a 5.5-week fused studio/seminar course that was centered on the Sixth Mass Extinction and how biodiversity is changing because of humans. Discovering that science communication is more than delivering just the facts, students were invited to research a topic of personal interest that is relevant to human impacts on biodiversity. Through analysis of data and other scientific information, each sought to synthesize their research and opinions on their topic through a …


Climate-Smart Agriculture: Building Resilience For Women Farmers In Kalchebeshi, Nepal, Annika Ruben Oct 2019

Climate-Smart Agriculture: Building Resilience For Women Farmers In Kalchebeshi, Nepal, Annika Ruben

Independent Study Project (ISP) Collection

This case study outlines women’s involvement in climate-smart agriculture and key climate adaptation strategies which are being implemented in the town of Kalchebeshi, Nepal. Kalchebeshi is considered a Resilient Mountain Village because of the town’s integrated approach to addressing climate change and building resilience for farmers. Key findings examined gender differences in farming responsibilities and the significance of farmers’ groups in women’s overall decision making and community involvement. Additionally, changes in water management and pesticide use have been shown to have a positive impact on the lives of women farmers in Kalchebeshi. This paper reinforces the importance of involving vulnerable …


Overcoming Disruptions Of Human Adjustment Processes To Ecological Shifts In Revolutionary Burkina Faso 1983-1987: The Inter-Relationship Between Externally Imposed Migration, Coordination Of Ngo Activities, And The Process Of Ecological Renewal Through Land Reform, Robert William Penner May 2019

Overcoming Disruptions Of Human Adjustment Processes To Ecological Shifts In Revolutionary Burkina Faso 1983-1987: The Inter-Relationship Between Externally Imposed Migration, Coordination Of Ngo Activities, And The Process Of Ecological Renewal Through Land Reform, Robert William Penner

Theses and Dissertations

This paper will explore the Burkinabé revolution and the governmental structure which formed out if it, as an ideological entity with some governing capabilities but not simply a political body as it did not possess the capacities at any time to fully govern the country in terms of the implementation of intended social and economic programs. However, these programs were extremely widespread encompassed swaths of rural society in ways that it had not since the Mossi Empire became centralized and rose to regional prominence in the 18th century. The ideological identity of the revolution in Burkina Faso was not a …


1998 - Salinas Valley Water (Preliminary Analysis Of) The Cause And Cost Of Seawater Intrusion Dec 2018

1998 - Salinas Valley Water (Preliminary Analysis Of) The Cause And Cost Of Seawater Intrusion

Miscellaneous Monterey and San Luis Obispo County Documents and Reports

An analysis of the historical cause of seawater intrusion in the Pressure Area of Monterey County. An annual overdraft of groundwater resources near the coast coupled with a seasonal cycle of over pumping created a reversal in the groundwater gradient and associated cones of depression. "Marine intrusion has occurred in the 180-foot aquifer in recent years as a result of overdrafts." (Bulletin 52, 1946, p.27). The only overdrafts on groundwater in the Salinas Valley were in the East Side and Pressure Areas. "There was no shortage of groundwater in the remainder of the basin and no threat of deficiency under …


T13s, R2e, Blm Plat_321081_1 - Mar. 30, 1880, Dispute Over Lot 38, Part Of Rancho Rincon De Las Salinas Survey Aug 2018

T13s, R2e, Blm Plat_321081_1 - Mar. 30, 1880, Dispute Over Lot 38, Part Of Rancho Rincon De Las Salinas Survey

Township and Range Surveys - BLM

A Mar. 30, 1880, survey or plat reflecting the Township, Range and Sections of T13S, R2E, located in Monterey County, California, USA


T13s, R3e, Blm Plat_321221_1 - July 19, 1867 Survey Aug 2018

T13s, R3e, Blm Plat_321221_1 - July 19, 1867 Survey

Township and Range Surveys - BLM

A July 19, 1867, survey or plat reflecting the Township, Range and Sections of T13S, R3E, located in Monterey County, California, USA


T13s, R4e, Blm Plat_320711_1 - Apr. 24, 1867 Survey Aug 2018

T13s, R4e, Blm Plat_320711_1 - Apr. 24, 1867 Survey

Township and Range Surveys - BLM

A Apr. 24, 1867, survey or plat reflecting the Township, Range and Sections of T13S, R4E, located in Monterey County, California, USA


T12s, R1e, Blm Plat_315531_1 - June 16, 1886, Reflecting Slough Cienega, Marsh & Sand Bluffs North Of The Mouth Of Pajaro River Survey Aug 2018

T12s, R1e, Blm Plat_315531_1 - June 16, 1886, Reflecting Slough Cienega, Marsh & Sand Bluffs North Of The Mouth Of Pajaro River Survey

Township and Range Surveys - BLM

A June 16, 1886, survey or plat reflecting the Township, Range and Sections of T12S, R1E, located in Monterey County, California, USA


T12s, R3e, Blm Plat_321219_1 - Nov. 10, 1886 Survey Aug 2018

T12s, R3e, Blm Plat_321219_1 - Nov. 10, 1886 Survey

Township and Range Surveys - BLM

A Nov. 10, 1886, survey or plat reflecting the Township, Range and Sections of T12S, R3E, located in Monterey County, California, USA


T13s, R1e, Blm Plat_315533_1 - Jan. 7, 1929, Feb. 23, 1929, Showing Pajaro Valley Consolidated R.R. (Narrow Gauge) Survey Aug 2018

T13s, R1e, Blm Plat_315533_1 - Jan. 7, 1929, Feb. 23, 1929, Showing Pajaro Valley Consolidated R.R. (Narrow Gauge) Survey

Township and Range Surveys - BLM

A Feb. 23, 1929, survey or plat reflecting the Township, Range and Sections of T13S, R1E, located in Monterey County, California, USA


T13s, R2e, Blm Plat_321083_1 - Nov. 21, 1883, Lots 1 & & Added As Swamp Land Totally 1,599.42 Acres Survey Aug 2018

T13s, R2e, Blm Plat_321083_1 - Nov. 21, 1883, Lots 1 & & Added As Swamp Land Totally 1,599.42 Acres Survey

Township and Range Surveys - BLM

A Nov. 21, 1883, survey or plat reflecting the Township, Range and Sections of T13S, R2E, located in Monterey County, California, USA


T13s, R2e, Blm Plat_321075_1 - May 14, 1867, Showing Tide Land On Elk Horn Slough Survey Aug 2018

T13s, R2e, Blm Plat_321075_1 - May 14, 1867, Showing Tide Land On Elk Horn Slough Survey

Township and Range Surveys - BLM

A May 14, 1867, survey or plat reflecting the Township, Range and Sections of T13S, R2E, located in Monterey County, California, USA


T13s, R2e, Blm Plat_321077_1 - Aug. 28, 1872, Elk Horn Slough Now Shown As Swamp & Overflowed Land, 1,583.73 Acres Survey Aug 2018

T13s, R2e, Blm Plat_321077_1 - Aug. 28, 1872, Elk Horn Slough Now Shown As Swamp & Overflowed Land, 1,583.73 Acres Survey

Township and Range Surveys - BLM

A Aug. 28, 1872, survey or plat reflecting the Township, Range and Sections of T13S, R2E, located in Monterey County, California, USA


T12s, R2e, Blm Plat_321073_1 - Aug. 31, 1872, All Of Elkhorn Slough Now Swamp & Overflowed Lands, 980 Acres Survey Aug 2018

T12s, R2e, Blm Plat_321073_1 - Aug. 31, 1872, All Of Elkhorn Slough Now Swamp & Overflowed Lands, 980 Acres Survey

Township and Range Surveys - BLM

A Aug. 31, 1872, survey or plat reflecting the Township, Range and Sections of T12S, R2E, located in Monterey County, California, USA


T12s, R3e, Blm Plat_321213_1 - July 19, 1867 Survey Aug 2018

T12s, R3e, Blm Plat_321213_1 - July 19, 1867 Survey

Township and Range Surveys - BLM

A July 19, 1867, survey or plat reflecting the Township, Range and Sections of T12S, R3E, located in Monterey County, California, USA


T12s, R4e, Blm Plat_320707_1 - Apr. 29, 1867, Later Part Of San Benito County Survey Aug 2018

T12s, R4e, Blm Plat_320707_1 - Apr. 29, 1867, Later Part Of San Benito County Survey

Township and Range Surveys - BLM

A Apr. 29, 1867, survey or plat reflecting the Township, Range and Sections of T12S, R4E, located in Monterey County, California, USA


T12s, R2e, Blm Plat_321069_1 - July 19, 1867, Reflecting Elkhorn Slough As Tide Land Up To Portion Of Sec. 27 To Sec. 25 Shown As Swamp & Overflowed Land Survey Aug 2018

T12s, R2e, Blm Plat_321069_1 - July 19, 1867, Reflecting Elkhorn Slough As Tide Land Up To Portion Of Sec. 27 To Sec. 25 Shown As Swamp & Overflowed Land Survey

Township and Range Surveys - BLM

A July 19, 1867, survey or plat reflecting the Township, Range and Sections of T12S, R2E, located in Monterey County, California, USA


T17s, R7e, Blm Plat_319852_1 - Nov. 22, 1882 Survey Aug 2018

T17s, R7e, Blm Plat_319852_1 - Nov. 22, 1882 Survey

Township and Range Surveys - BLM

A Nov. 22, 1882, survey or plat reflecting the Township, Range and Sections of T17S, R7E, located in Monterey County, California, USA


T14s, R6e, Blm Plat_319825_1 - Feb. 28, 1883, Amendment Returning Lot 4 Of Sec. 17 & Fractional E 1/2 Of N.E. To Sec. 20 As Swamp & Overflowed Land Survey Aug 2018

T14s, R6e, Blm Plat_319825_1 - Feb. 28, 1883, Amendment Returning Lot 4 Of Sec. 17 & Fractional E 1/2 Of N.E. To Sec. 20 As Swamp & Overflowed Land Survey

Township and Range Surveys - BLM

A Feb. 28, 1883, survey or plat reflecting the Township, Range and Sections of T14S, R6E, located in Monterey County, California, USA


T16s, R1e, Blm Plat_315548_1 - Apr. 10, 1895 Survey Aug 2018

T16s, R1e, Blm Plat_315548_1 - Apr. 10, 1895 Survey

Township and Range Surveys - BLM

A Apr. 10, 1895, survey or plat reflecting the Township, Range and Sections of T16S, R1E, located in Monterey County, California, USA


T16s, R1w, Blm Plat_380679_1 - Jan. 14, 1873 Survey Aug 2018

T16s, R1w, Blm Plat_380679_1 - Jan. 14, 1873 Survey

Township and Range Surveys - BLM

A Jan. 14, 1873, survey or plat reflecting the Township, Range and Sections of T16S, R1W, located in Monterey County, California, USA


T16s, R1w, Blm Plat_380681_1 - Mar. 24, 1890 Survey Aug 2018

T16s, R1w, Blm Plat_380681_1 - Mar. 24, 1890 Survey

Township and Range Surveys - BLM

A Mar. 24, 1890, survey or plat reflecting the Township, Range and Sections of T16S, R1W, located in Monterey County, California, USA


T16s, R2e, Blm Plat_321101_1 - Nov. 17, 1875 Survey Aug 2018

T16s, R2e, Blm Plat_321101_1 - Nov. 17, 1875 Survey

Township and Range Surveys - BLM

A Nov. 17, 1875, survey or plat reflecting the Township, Range and Sections of T16S, R2E, located in Monterey County, California, USA


T16s, R6e, Blm Plat_319844_1 - Oct. 10, 1882 Survey Aug 2018

T16s, R6e, Blm Plat_319844_1 - Oct. 10, 1882 Survey

Township and Range Surveys - BLM

A Oct. 10, 1882, survey or plat reflecting the Township, Range and Sections of T16S, R6E, located in Monterey County, California, USA


T16s, R7e, Blm Plat_320027_1 - Nov. 10, 1882 Survey Aug 2018

T16s, R7e, Blm Plat_320027_1 - Nov. 10, 1882 Survey

Township and Range Surveys - BLM

A Nov. 10, 1882, survey or plat reflecting the Township, Range and Sections of T16S, R7E, located in Monterey County, California, USA


T15s, R2e, Blm Plat_321089_1 - Aug. 27, 1874 Survey Aug 2018

T15s, R2e, Blm Plat_321089_1 - Aug. 27, 1874 Survey

Township and Range Surveys - BLM

A Aug. 27, 1874, survey or plat reflecting the Township, Range and Sections of T15S, R2E, located in Monterey County, California, USA


T15s, R2&3e, T14s, R1&2e, Blm Plat_315537_1 - Apr. 17, 1961, Portion Of Fort Ord Military Reservation Boundary Survey Aug 2018

T15s, R2&3e, T14s, R1&2e, Blm Plat_315537_1 - Apr. 17, 1961, Portion Of Fort Ord Military Reservation Boundary Survey

Township and Range Surveys - BLM

A Apr. 17, 1961, survey or plat reflecting the Township, Range and Sections of T15S, R2&3E, T14S, R1&2E, located in Monterey County, California, USA


T15s, R5e, Blm Plat_320832_1 - May 15, 1884 Survey Aug 2018

T15s, R5e, Blm Plat_320832_1 - May 15, 1884 Survey

Township and Range Surveys - BLM

A May 15, 1884, survey or plat reflecting the Township, Range and Sections of T15S, R5E, located in Monterey County, California, USA