Kendra Brewer: Research trip to Mexico

Colorful altarpiece with a bird in the middle.

Kendra Brewer, a recipient of the Austen Stokes Ancient America Research Stipend, undertook a research trip to Mexico during the 2024 intercession period to further her honors thesis in History of Art. The week-long trip included visits to churches and former convents in Tepeaca, Acatzingo, Tecali de Herrera, Quecholac. While in Mexico City, she conducted research at the Archivo General de la NaciĆ³n, where she reviewed relevant legal documents and manuscripts.

Kendra is a fourth year History of Art major working under the supervision of Prof. Aaron Hyman to complete her honor thesis.