University of Jamestown is adding a special topics course to its spring 2019 schedule. Participants in the “Exploring the Cuban Healthcare System” course will travel as a group for the first time to Havana, Cuba.
The trip will last for roughly eight days during the University’s spring break (March 2-10, 2019). Exact travel dates will be determined in January. Students will find interest in Cuba’s unique history within Latin America due to the 1959 revolution.
Lefter, as well as Assistant Professor of Nursing Penny Briese, will lead the group on their travels. The class will meet once a week in the evening, five times before departure and twice after returning to the U.S. While in Cuba, a typical day for students will include journaling, meeting with locals, visiting institutions, and debriefing experiences over coffee at the end of the day.
Spanish proficiency is desirable, but not required. The only requirement is a travel visa, which the class will request as a group. Anyone in the community is welcome to register for the trip. Most expenses, including travel visa, lodging, meals, and local transportation, will be included in the cost of the trip.