When schools in the developing world get toilets, students do better, finds Asst. Prof. Anjali Adukia November 21, 2014 Jake J. Smith How would your school days have been different without access to a toilet? In India, as in many parts of the world, that's the status quo. But now it's changing, and the results are promising. In the newest episode of Radio Harris, we hear from Chicago Harris Assistant Professor Anjali Adukia, who has studied the influence of sanitation facilities on student performance in India. Tune in to hear who benefits most from latrines, why sanitation is catching on in the developing world—and how an ambitious monkey almost ruined Adukia's research. To make sure you never miss a new episode of Radio Harris, subscribe on iTunes or Stitcher, or follow us on SoundCloud! Faculty Spotlight Anjali Adukia Assistant Professor Anjali Adukia’s research is focused on understanding factors that influence educational decisions and the potential role for institutions, such as government agencies and nonprofit organizations, to improve child outcomes, particularly at the intersection of education and health. Upcoming Events More events Environmental Economics and Policy Lab (EEPL) Mini Class with Shaoda Wang Wed., March 27, 2024 | 8:00 PM 1307 E 60th St Chicago, IL 60437 United States Masterclass with Carolyn Sloane Thu., March 28, 2024 | 5:00 PM UChicago Harris International Leadership Credential Information Session Mon., April 01, 2024 | 8:00 AM
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