JO 352 - HIV/AIDS in East Africa

A service learning course including a two-to-four-week experiential component working with people living with HIV/AIDS in Kenya or Tanzania. Following an overview of government, culture and basic language skills, the course will investigate how HIV is impacting this area of the world and what can be done to resolve the problem. Working with still photographs, digital film, and multimedia on the web, students will create a professional presentation to share the stories of the community and organization in East Africa. In addition, students will discuss and gain experience in conducting research and doing documentary work in another culture.

Prerequisites: JO 110 or premission of the instructor

Credits: 3 cr.
Crosslisted: PO 352