STEP Category: Education AbroadMy STEP project will be a two-week education abroad trip to Greece with a one-week class on campus in May 2019. The education abroad program, “Engineering of Ancient Greece” is through the Office of International Affairs at OSU. From May 6-10, I will be participating in the on-campus course, ENGR 5797.18, which explores the engineering wonders of Ancient Greece and the construction methods that were used. May 12-23 will be spent in-country, traveling to various islands and cities throughout Greece, exploring the temples and ruins while experiencing the modern Greek culture. The goal of the program is for students to learn the importance of iconic engineering sites and their construction methods. In addition to this, students get to explore a combination of ancient and modern Greek cultures and how the nation has been impacted by history. I have always wanted to travel to Greece, to visit Athens and the Parthenon, and to study the ancient Greek civilizations. My goal for this trip is to increase my global awareness by learning about and engaging with a new culture. I also want to increase my understanding of engineering by studying its beginnings in Greece and learning the tools and methods they used. To prepare for the trip and experience, I am learning some of the history of Greece and basic Greek phrases. Besides being an engineering student, I am also a Classical Humanities minor, studying Greek civilization. I think that this program will be a great way to merge my two courses of study and enrich my academic experience at OSU.The Ohio State University Second-year Transformational Experience Program (STEP)Academic Major: Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineerin
