THE 255 - Santo Domingo

Institution:

Alvernia University

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Description:

This course will cover theology and social justice topics as they relate to service in the developing world. This is a service learning course in which students will apply knowledge and skills acquired during the semester during a week-long immersion experience in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic immediately following the semester. The coursework will explore a theology of liberation for the poor, Catholic social teaching, and advocacy methods. Students will relate the course content to their firsthand experience in the Dominican Republic through journal writing and a final service integration paper. Fulfills Human Diversity requirement..

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.alvernia.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 796-8200

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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