SLIC Goes Global

Ghana Immersion Application

May 30-June 12, 2014

Applications Due: Monday, March 24 at 5pm

Please submit your application to the Student Involvement and Information Desk, SLP 2nd floor

or email it to

Thank you for your interest in the SLIC Goes Global program. This year we will have the opportunity to dialogue around social justice, privilege and leadership while immersing ourselves in theGhana culture during the dates of May 30-June 12, 2014 (subject to change a day or two based on flight availability). This international immersion trip will require both time and commitment. Space is very limited, we ask those interested to reflect on the benefits of attending a trip like this one, fill out the attached application form, and answer a few reflection questions. The information you provide will help us better discern and select trip participants based on the established criteria.

APPLICATION DUE

Monday, March 24 at 5pm – no late applications will be accepted.

We will complete the application review and contact you by March 26 with a response. We may ask to set up an interview to help us make the decision.

COST

Estimated total cost: ~$3200 (subject to change)

This cost includes: airfare, travel insurance, all meals and lodging, in-country transportation, and pre-trip materials. Not included in this cost are passport applications, visa, immunizations, and spending money.

Associated Students has supplemented the trip and the group will participate in both group and individual fundraising to reduce this cost.

**Cost should not prevent anyone from applying for this trip.** If finances are a deterrent, please contact n the SLIC to ask about financial assistance and payment plans.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Be enrolled as a full-time student with a minimum GPA of 2.5.
  • Complete and submit all required application materials by March 24 at 5pm.
  • Be in appropriate physical, emotional, psychological health.
  • Be willing and able to cope with a variety of potentially challenging situations and circumstances, such as living simply, living in the context of community, and encountering people who live in abject poverty.
  • Attend four preparation meetings. The dates and times of these meetings will be based on the group.

Date and Time Received (Internal Use Only):______

Sponsored by The Student Leadership and Involvement Center and Associated Students

SLIC Goes Global Immersion Program Application

Ghana: May 30-June 12, 2014

Application Due: March 24 at 5pm

Part I: Personal Information

Full Name as it appears on Passport: ______

Email: ______Phone: ______

Year: ______Major:______Living Area: ______Gender: ______

Clubs/Orgs affiliated with ______Leadership Role:______

Do you have a passport? YES NO

Have you attended a USD Immersion Trip? YES NO If yes, which trip______

Part II: Health and Wellness Information

How would you describe your general health? Excellent Good Fair Poor

Do you have health insurance coverage: YESNO

Do you have any health concerns that we should be aware of? If so, please explain. (i.e. diabetes, heart problems, back problems, allergies, etc.) Medical clearance from a physician may be necessary. Please note: Listing your health concerns will not exclude you from consideration from the trip, but will help us to accommodate your needs as best as possible if you are selected.

Do you have any dietary restrictions? Please explain.

Part III: REFLECTION QUESTIONS

In 2 pages or less, please answer the following questions on a separate sheet of paper. You may wish to answer each question individually or compose a short essay.

  1. Why are you interested in this Immersion Program to Ghana? What do you hope to gain and contribute to this experience?
  2. Upon returning, how would you apply what your learn?
  3. You will be living simply (no email, cell phone, ipod, etc.) in basic living conditions (i.e., limited running water and electricity). What do you hope to gain or learn from living this way? What do you think will be the most challenging about it?
  4. What has been your experience with dialoging around social justice? How have you been affected by these experiences?

Please submit your application to the Student Involvement and Information Desk, SLP 2nd floor or email it to by March 24 at 5pm with a copy of your passport (if you have one). Your signature indicates that you understand your commitment to participate in this immersion trip, to attend all meetings, and to assist with fundraising projects. After you are selected, you will be responsible for a $200 nonrefundable security deposit. You are also responsible for any trip costs not covered by your deposit and fundraising.

Signature ______Date ______