Independent Study: Instituto Cultural Oaxaca
Course Description
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NOTE: Given the uncertainty of travel costs and feasibility during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, details are subject to change |
This guided independent study is an opportunity to obtain an immersion experience that combines independent travel with the safety and security of Spanish language study and community health engagement arranged through the Global Health Affairs office at Penn Nursing with trusted local organizations in Oaxaca. The program includes: Spanish language immersion, cultural experiences, and community health/health education work.
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Prerequisites:
- 4 semesters of college-level Spanish (or equivalent) required
- Flexibility and confidence with independent travel
Registration Details
- Counts as 1 CU
- Counts as experiential course for global health minor
- May meet a sector requirement (TBD)
Grading
- Timeliness of Pre-Departure Paperwork (5%)
- References & Handbook Review & Questions (20%)
- Site Evaluation (20%)
- Peer Evaluation (10%)
- Weekly check-in (10%)
- Report/Questionnaire (10%)
- Journal notes & Reflections Project (25%)
Finances/Program Costs
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The SON submits budget (course fee, travel and living expenses) to Student Financial Services to be added to student’s “cost of attendance.” may qualify for grants and/or loans |
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Program/Course Fee $2000 includes: |
Out-of-pocket Expenses: |
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Application
Email to globalhealth@nursing.upenn.edu, noting: why this independent study interests you, your comfort with independent travel, and your Spanish language level
Application Deadline
January 31 – submitted via email to globalhealth@nursing.upenn.edu
Required Forms (provided after application is accepted)
- Student Health Services*
- Registration*
- My Trips International Travel Registry*
- Report/Questionnaire (completed after travel)
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