Program Dates: April 4-12, 2025
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With a fascinating blend of Spanish, African, and indigenous Taino influences, Puerto Rico features music, cuisine, art, and architecture rich in culture and history. On this program, students will roam the hallowed paths of Old San Juan, trek the verdant embrace of the El Yunque National Forest, and bask in the tropical paradise, all while delving into an educational experience where learning meets adventure.
Students will explore the residents and challenges of Puerto Rico as a U.S. territory with a focus on organization, issues, disaster response, and the resilience of Puerto Ricans. Additionally, students are introduced to the sociological approach to social problems, exploring ways Puerto Rican communities and leaders experience, address, and overcome many social issues.
Pre-requisites for SOCI 1160: SOCI 1101
International Travel & Health Information
Study Abroad Office
Summerville Campus
AH E134
INQR 1000 - Humans of Puerto Rico | SOCI 1160 - Social Problems Analysis
Program Leaders: Dr. Candace Griffith and Dr. Melissa Powell-Williams
Application Deposit: $200
Deposit Due: december 3, 2024
Program Fee: $3550 estimated (includes deposit)
Final Payment Due: January 9, 2025
Tuition & Fees: based on number of credit hours enrolled
04
AprilArrival to Puerto Rico. Travel to lodging. Orientation meeting.
05
AprilGroup breakfast. Transfer to Old San Juan, walking tour of Old San Juan. Transfer to Isla Verde, Mofongo lunch cooking workshop and visit Isla Verde Beach. Dinner on your own.
06
April*Wear Your Swimsuits!* Group breakfast. Transfer to Rio Grande, tour El Yunque Rainforest Hike. Lunch on your own. Transfer to Fajardo, BioBay Kayak Ride. Dinner on your own.
07
AprilGroup breakfast. Transfer to San Juan, tour La Fortaleza and El Morro. Lunch on your own. Transfer to Calle Cerra, tour Santurce es Ley. Dinner on your own.
08
AprilGroup breakfast. Transfer to Adjuntas, tour Casa Pueblo. Lunch on your own. Tour Hacienda Jacan Coffee. Dinner on your own.
09
AprilGroup breakfast. Transfer to Loiza Town, tour Loiza Town. Lunch on your own. Traditional Mask workshop. Dinner on your own.
10
AprilGroup breakfast. Transfer to Calle Loiza, visit Taller Comunidad La Goyco Community Garden. Lunch on your own. Transfer to Pinones, Bomba y Plena dancing. Dinner on your own.
11
AprilGroup breakfast. Transfer to Calle Loiza, visit Taller Comunidad La Goyco Community Garden. Lunch on your own. Transfer to Essence, Salsa dancing. Farewell dinner.
12
AprilGroup breakfast. Fly home.
*Itinerary may be subject to change
