Tim Smith: Grace Goodsell goes to Norway

Grace Goodsell Timothy M. Smith Award Bergen, Norway Summer 2025 This journey set my life on a new trajectory, leaving me deeply grateful for my present moment. This was my first international trip, and I couldn’t have imagined anything better, nor could I have been to Norway without this award. I love exploring, and thisContinue reading “Tim Smith: Grace Goodsell goes to Norway”

Timothy M. Smith Inspiration through Exploration Award: Alexi Jones in Ireland

My Timothy Smith trip took place in Ireland, a destination close to my heart (and research interests) because of its rich history, beautiful landscapes and welcoming people. During my travels to Galway, Derry/Londonderry, and Monkstown (about 30 minutes outside of Dublin) my research focus was Post-Troubles Ireland, and specifically what aspects of the peace processContinue reading “Timothy M. Smith Inspiration through Exploration Award: Alexi Jones in Ireland”

Symposium – Kelsey Little

Kelsey Little, recipient of the Timothy M. Smith Award, spoke about her myriad experiences exploring the beauty of Alaska’s landscapes, whose stories she chose to tell through a number of paintings she completed. Kelsey shared that the award gave her the opportunity to reconnect with her older brother who has lived in Alaska for aContinue reading “Symposium – Kelsey Little”