CIEE: Iringa - Community Development, Language + Culture

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Explore the challenges facing Tanzania, including sanitation, disease, education, gender inequality, climate change, and deforestation. Take courses in English at CIEE Iringa, conduct research to explore community development needs, and volunteer ... read more

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- gained skills to manage my own affairs - Wellesley College View Entire Review
It was amazing to immerse in another culture, learn so much about a language, a history, and a people, and to make so many wonderful friends. - Villanova University View Entire Review
Honestly, I feel comfortable traveling by myself and I'm not sure I needed most of the babying that is inherent to any study abroad program. People who have never traveled before and people who have traveled extensively would find Tanzania fascinating and it was great to get to know life here on a deeper level by actually living... - University of California - San Diego View Entire Review
Not academically rigorous, but definitely a learning experience. Do not choose this program if you are looking to go out a lot at night. - Fordham University View Entire Review
just how big and amazing the world is. it was definitely a worthwhile experience - Drake University View Entire Review
Going abroad was worth it because I learned a lot about myself, career goals and social life. it helped confirm the choice of career I would like to have. - Trinity University View Entire Review

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Explore the challenges facing Tanzania, including sanitation, disease, education, gender inequality, climate change, and deforestation. Take courses in English at CIEE Iringa, conduct research to explore community development needs, and volunteer at an NGO that addresses public health, education, and social welfare issues in rural Tanzania. Come away knowing how to speak basic Kiswahili, and that you made a difference in the lives of others. All courses are complemented with CIEE co-curricular activities and excursions beyond the city to enhance classroom learning and provide intercultural understanding.


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  • Spring
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