Winterim Cameroon, Africa Approximate dates: 26 December, 2015 18 January, 2016 Community Development and Cultural Enrichment Program Highlights What if you could combine a truly meaningful community development project with three weeks of rich experience in African culture? Volunteer with the Makah Water for All Foundation, building a pump well to provide clean drinking water to a village in Cameroon. Participants not only take part in this fulfilling experience, but learn how to start a nonprofit organization from the ground floor. The program includes lectures on topics such as Globalization and Africa, Polygamy, and Effects of HIV-AIDS in Africa. Hiking, learning the “bottle dance” and visiting the Ndawara Tea Estate Ranch will be among the highlights. Some Places of Interest • Saboga Garden Bafut • Saddle Ranch Hill • RTC Cave and Triple Waterfalls • Cultural Expo in Bali Application and Deadline Applications can be obtained from: • Office of International Education, CCC 108 • Printed at www.uwsp.edu/studyabroad Application Deadline: October 1st! Space limited to 15 students. *A $50 non-refundable application fee is due with application. ($100 for non-UWSP students). Trip Leader Sam Dinga Tel: 715-252-2213 Office: SSC 201E Email: sdinga@uwsp.edu Sam Dinga moved from Cameroon to the United States in 2002. He studied Sociology at UW-Stevens Point and then later obtained a UWSP Masters Degree in Human and Community Resources. Sam is married to Amy (also a UW-Stevens Point alum) and they have four children: Sivan, Sander, Sage and Amiya. Important information Credits More information available online at www.uwsp.edu/studyabroad All participants are enrolled in three credits of INTL 310 - International Service Learning. Ask your academic advisor how the course might count towards a major or minor -- or meet GEP requirements for Experiential Learning or Global Awareness! Cost: $5,250 - including airfare! 2015-16 cost based on 12 students. The cost includes airfare (Chicago-Cameroon-Chicago), lectures, accommodations, most meals, in-country transportation, UW-System health/ travel insurance and three credits tuition for a Wisconsin undergraduate resident (Minnesota Residents: est. $70 surcharge with approved reciprocity; nonresidents: est. $250 surcharge). Financial Aid does apply! Eligibility This course is open to all university students in good standing. A G.P.A. of 2.5 or higher is required. All participants will be registered for college credit and will be expected to participate in all segments of the program in Cameroon. Cancellation, Withdrawal and Refunds For information on cancellation, withdrawal and refunds, see www.uwsp.edu/studyabroad/Pages/Refund-Policy.aspx. Important Note: The Office of International Education reserves the right to cancel, surcharge or to alter the program due to the exchange rate and airline price fluctuation. Find us on Facebook!