The institute is busy with preparations for the arrival of a new semester’s cohort of students (30+)!  Lots of planning meetings, sorting and checking gear for the Expedition Field Courses, and the host family orientation.  Here are few photos of the host families at the orientation as they receive their packets with the name and photo of each student, along with their letter to their host family.  Lots of excitement from both new and experienced host families!

Student name tags

Family photos of the host students.