University of Minnesota - MSID: International Development in Kenya
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- Location(s): Nairobi, Kenya: Multiple Locations in Kenya, Kenya
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad, Internship, Research
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Study development in Kenya, a country of immense geographic and cultural diversity. You’ll also learn Swahili language and contribute through an internship or research project with a nonprofit organization while you’re there. Explore the complexit... read more
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I learned to have connect with others around me and look outside of what has been given to me. It was fun to experience my own learning through experience within the community. The people of Kenya were very open and were more than welcoming in sharing there culture and customs. It was a worthwhile exhange. A student - Brandeis University View Entire Review
I grew personally and became more able to live independently. I also learned how to work and live with different people from diverse backgrounds. I have a new perspective about the role of government for its people and learned about poverty and social programs from people struggling to get by daily. A student - Tufts University View Entire Review
I learned more than I even thought I could. I knew nothing about Africa or Kenya and now I know so much more than I can probably even explan. It has made me realize some interests I did not even know I had, and consider a future I never thought of. I would say befor I came here I was prety well culturally diverse, but, experienc... Haley G - University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign View Entire Review
I dont think I can answer this in a short response. My time in Kenya changed me as a person in more than one way. It was incredible to see and live with people 10,000 miles from home. It was undoubtedly the most worthwhile 5 months of my educational experience so far. Douglas W - Tufts University View Entire Review
I learned to be a better person in society and not to take anything for granted as well as to appreciate life more, and live it to the fullest. My academic interest were not changed but the program made me realize that what I have always intended to be or wanted to do is exactly what I want. Barb T - A.T. Still University of Health Sciences View Entire Review
The best part of this program is that it really allows you to fall in love with the local people. Some of the Kenyans I met in this program are now among my closest friends. I now plan to move back to Kenya and work there for several years after I graduate. Carolyn A - The College of William and Mary View Entire Review
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Study development in Kenya, a country of immense geographic and cultural diversity. You’ll also learn Swahili language and contribute through an internship or research project with a nonprofit organization while you’re there. Explore the complexities created by issues such as environment, globalization, public health, and social justice. Live with a homestay family, which gives you a vital connection to Kenyan culture.
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadInternship
Research
Program Length(s):
- Fall
- Spring
Instruction Language(s):
- English
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Environmental Studies
- African Studies
- African Languages, Literature
- Community Organization and Advocacy
Minimum GPA:
2.5Year Founded:
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