Brown University

Interview with Alyssa Wood

Description

Abstract:
Alyssa discusses her connection to the pond, Urban Pond Procession, her work in raising awareness about the pond as a science teacher at Sophia Academy and the role of students and young people in the movement to save Mashapaug. She talks about the changes she has seen in students' understanding and awareness of the pond, as well as building/become aware of connections to the pond. She ends by discussing her hopes for the future of the pond.
Notes:
Alyssa Wood’s house
Other person/people mentioned in interview: Holly Ewald; Lisa Melmed; Kathleen Sharff

Citation

"Interview with Alyssa Wood" (2013). Mashapaug Pond. Brown Digital Repository. Brown University Library. https://repository.library.brown.edu/studio/item/bdr:317750/

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Collection:

  • Mashapaug Pond

    Mashapaug Pond and Reservoir Triangle Collection This collection contains oral history interviews, images, and research materials gathered by Brown University students. The project seeks to uncover personal stories related to the natural, social, and cultural history of Mashapaug Pond (Providence, …
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