An Exploration of the Maasai People
Presentation Type
Poster/Portfolio
Presenter Major(s)
Mathematics, Education
Mentor Information
Lisa Kasmer
Department
Mathematics
Location
Henry Hall Atrium 66
Start Date
11-4-2012 9:00 AM
Keywords
Culture, Gender
Abstract
During the month of May 2011, we traveled to Arusha, Tanzania. While there, we spent one weekend in Monduli, a Maasai village. Through the many experiences this provided us with, we became interested in the Maasai people and we began first-hand research with Maasai people who we saw on a daily basis. In addition, we chose several topics concerning the Maasai people that were of particular interest to us to research more in depth. We took special interest in the Maasai culture specifically including their appearance, family structure, and rank system. The Maasai people take much pride in their history, so we chose to discuss different theories about the Maasai origins including traditional religious beliefs. We also spent a significant amount of time researching the Maasai education system from lessons in the bush to formal classroom educations. Through our personal experiences and research, we have come to appreciate the simplistic yet intricate Maasai way of life.
An Exploration of the Maasai People
Henry Hall Atrium 66
During the month of May 2011, we traveled to Arusha, Tanzania. While there, we spent one weekend in Monduli, a Maasai village. Through the many experiences this provided us with, we became interested in the Maasai people and we began first-hand research with Maasai people who we saw on a daily basis. In addition, we chose several topics concerning the Maasai people that were of particular interest to us to research more in depth. We took special interest in the Maasai culture specifically including their appearance, family structure, and rank system. The Maasai people take much pride in their history, so we chose to discuss different theories about the Maasai origins including traditional religious beliefs. We also spent a significant amount of time researching the Maasai education system from lessons in the bush to formal classroom educations. Through our personal experiences and research, we have come to appreciate the simplistic yet intricate Maasai way of life.