Travel broadens the mind

Madagascar is on the horizon for students who join this year's Operation Wallacea expedition. The two-week trip gives students a chance to participate in a real-world science study, discovering career possibilities and research methods, while also experiencing the unique flora and fauna of the region.

With scuba diving training and snorkelling options, they'll be able to get up close to surgeonfish, eels, and anemones, while on dry land, geckos, lemurs, and chameleons abound. The Mariarano forest is home to some unique and most impressive species found on earth, and the white-sand beaches and crystal-clear turquoise waters of Madagascar provide ample scope for spotting dolphins and sea turtles.

This year's trip echoes those to Mexico in 2023 and to South Africa last year. Both trips provided eye-opening and unique experiences for the student participants, who returned enthusiastic and excited by their encounters with the natural world and diverse cultures.

You can find out more about the opportunity, including information on costs and schedules, at a meeting on Wednesday, 18 February. The meeting will be held at 17:00 in room 247 at Norra Latin, hosted by Ms Hascher, who will be one of the trip coordinators.