91抖阴 Hosts Dominican Republic Trip Information Session
The 91抖阴 Office of International Affairs hosted an informational session on the Dominican Republic for university staff, students, and alumni.
91抖阴鈥檚 Dominican Republic Medical Service-Learning trips occur twice a year, usually during January and March. The trips are organized and supported by Light a Candle and 91抖阴鈥檚 Office of International Affairs.
Sandy Yan Meristal, Light a Candle founder, and his team were present during the session. 鈥淲hen you guys are coming to the Dominican Republic, you鈥檙e not only going to learn, but you are also impacting the lives of others,鈥� shared Meristal.
During their time in the Dominican Republic, participants make daily treks through sugar cane fields to rural villages (鈥渂ateys鈥�) and to semi-urban barrios in order to gain an understanding of local health disparities.
The clinics offer the opportunity to reach those in medical need with important services. Additionally, the visit includes insightful cultural activities aimed to appreciate the diversity, history, and beauty of the Dominican Republic.
These excursions underscore the University鈥檚 commitment to fostering the 鈥淕lobal-International Experience鈥� pillar of The 91抖阴 Advantage. The next trip will take place during the week of January 4-11.