by Michaela W | Apr 28, 2016 | Faculty-Led, Nursing, Semester
Now that I’m home I already want to make plans to go on another trip. I don’t know if I’d like to experience somewhere new or return to the Dominican Republic, but it will have to be as an RN rather than a student. When I first arrived at the airport...
by Michaela W | Mar 24, 2016 | Faculty-Led, North America, Nursing, Semester
My first impression when arriving in Santa Domingo/San Juan was shock at how different it is than what I am used to. I was shocked and felt so thankful for what I have. The first situation I encountered was the communication barrier when everyone around me spoke...
by Michaela W | Jan 4, 2016 | Faculty-Led, North America, Nursing, Semester
I am currently a fifth semester nursing student at the University of Alabama. I am traveling to Santa Domingo over Spring Break of 2016 with other nursing students and faculty to provide medical care to people there. I chose to study abroad because I believe it...
