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Honduras

NURS 322.2 TR: Experiential Learning in Global Health

Course meets during May Term 2027 with 90 minute meetings on May 10, 12, 17, and 19, 2027. Specific times to be announced.

Travel occurs during May Term 2027 from May 22 to May 29, 2027

Explore Central America’s second largest country, Honduras, as you study global health issues specific to high-risk populations and contribute to the learning community through individual research projects. This 8-day trip over May term is a requirement of the NURS 322 2 TR course and is led by ̽»¨Ö±²¥ professors Dr. Beth Gotwals and Dr. Jacqueline Gannon. The ̽»¨Ö±²¥ Nursing program has been impacting health through a local faith-based organization—Healthy Ninos Honduras—since 2009. Consider joining our spring break 2025 team!

Travel Program Leaders

Cost

• Self-Pay Travel Cost (Students who are not Elevate Credit Eligible):  $2,800
• Your Out-Of-Pocket Cost After Elevate Credit has been Applied (Valued at $2,800 for eligible students): $0
• For all travelers:
  • Insurance Fee: $65 charged directly to your Student Account
  • Recommended for Meals & Personal Funds: $250
  • Tuition: $435

Quick Facts

• Travel Agreement Deadline: October 15, 2026
• Program Length: 7 Days
• Units: 0.5
• Eligibility: 2.0+ GPA, completed two consecutive semesters at MU, valid passport, completion of steps 1-2 in AMOS Travel Portal, students are not required to be nursing nor public health majors to participate.
• Accessibility: This is in a rural area & alternate plans may be necessary for physical accommodations. Please contact Dr. Gannon to discuss.
• Language: English; Spanish helpful but not required

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