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GH 301 Global Healthcare Challenges
This Program is CLOSED for new applications
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College: |
Arts and Sciences |
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| Department: | Chemistry and Physics | |
| Faculty Director: | Dr. Eric Glendening | |
| Co-leader: | Dr. Cody Hanson | |
| Travel Dates: | December 29, 2022 - January 9, 2023 | |
| Program Title: | Medical Service Outreach for Underserved Indigenous Communities in Ecuador | |
| Enroll in: | GH 301 Global Healthcare Challenges - Spring 2023 | |
| Location: | Ecuador (Quito, Latacunga, & Guangaje) | |
| Estimated Cost per Student: | TBD | |
| Program Description: | Learn about healthcare disparities in a developing country and participate in a medical service trip to Ecuador. This service-learning course is affiliated with Timmy Global Health (TGH), a non-profit foundation in Indianapolis, and the ISU student chapter of that organization. Students will travel to Ecuador for twelve days from December 2022 - January 2023 on a TGH-supported service trip. The course prepares students for the trip by providing a general understanding of the people, history, language, and culture of Ecuador, and exploring the effectiveness of service trips and international volunteerism. |
