PUERTO RICO & DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
Program description:
Puerto Rico is a U.S. territory with its own unique culture and environment. The Dominican Republic is a Caribbean nation known for it's history, culture and natural wonders. Experience Puerto Rican & Dominican culture through food, art, and dance while exploring natural wonders like hiking in El Yunque National Rainforest and going on a late night Bioluminescent Kayak tour. Embark through Los Tres Ojos caves and experience a catamaran tour of Isla Saona. Participating in Service Learning projects such as home reconstruction and improvements.
This program offers students from the University of Arizona a unique opportunity to experience and learn about Puerto Rico & Dominican Republic in a firsthand way. Participants will engage with Puerto Rican & Dominican history, culture, and government through service learning, community/cultural engagement, dialogue, and reflection.
Program Logistics:
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Base education program
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Date(s): N/A
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Cost: N/A
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Program Fee Includes:
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Hotel Accommodations
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Round Trip Group Flight
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Meals
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Excursions + local transportation
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Themes:
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Service learning
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Environmental Justice
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Social Justice
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Cultural Immersion
Programs Highlights:
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Puerto Rico
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Guided walking tour of San Juan
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Service learning focused on disaster recovery and relief efforts with St. Bernard Project
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Visit to La Fortaleza
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Bioluminescent Kayak Tour
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Learn about the Taino and Afro-Caribbean influence
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Visit to Loíza and participate in Bomba lessons
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Dominican Republic
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Tour and discover the hidden gems of Santo Domingo, such as the Los Tres Ojos caves
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Contribute to ongoing community development projects in San Pedro de Macoris
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Work in the Bateyes, communities of sugar cane workers
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Catamaran tour of Isla Saona
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Application Information:
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If you have questions, please get in touch with CIELO staff!