Check out our study abroad course in St. Kitts-Nevis at an info session on Monday, December 9, 2019! The session will take place at 11:30 am in Room 1151 NURS (845 S. Damen Avenue, Chicago) or Via Zoom (https://uic-nursing.zoom.us/my/rm1113).
Students from all majors and all UIC campuses are encouraged to apply! Most summer course schedules can be accommodated. Hear from previous students about their experience.
A light lunch will be provided so an RSVP (ghlo@uic.edu) is requested but not required.
Interested but can’t attend? Email Dr. Gwyneth Milbrath (gwyneth@uic.edu) to indicate your interest and for more information.
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Course description
Global Health Course Offering--Summer 2020
Disaster Preparedness and Global Health in the Caribbean
St. Kitts and Nevis
Final Deadline to Apply: March 13, 2020
Course Dates: May 19 - June 07, 2020
Open to Undergraduate and Graduate Students--All Majors
In this three credit study abroad course, students will explore concepts in global health and disaster preparedness, and participate in field-based disaster preparedness projects in collaboration with local agencies in the twin island nation of St. Kitts and Nevis. Areas of focus include: disaster preparedness; community vulnerability and resilience; global health care systems; Caribbean culture; and public health.
See the program information page for more details.
Questions?
Contact the Study Abroad Office at 312-413-7662 or sao@uic.edu or Dr. Milbrath (gwyneth@uic.edu).
