Join a powerful faculty-led study abroad program in Senegal, where you’ll explore the connections between race, environment, and public health. Visit national museums to learn about Senegal’s rich history and culture, then dive into pressing environmental issues through site visits to heavily polluted areas like the Pink Lake and coastal fishing communities. Gain firsthand insight into how water pollution and deforestation affect local health and livelihoods while working alongside community organizations and local scholars. This immersive experience will expand your global perspective, sharpen your critical thinking, and prepare you to engage with real-world health and environmental challenges across cultures.

Payment

Cost: $4,655

Included in cost:

• Course Fees: 3 units towards ETHN 170 or ENVS 110
• International Travel Insurance
• Accommodations
• Most meals
• In-country transportation
• All Academic visits & Cultural Experiences

*Cost does not include round-trip airfare from the United States.

Academic Credit

Receive credit for: 

ETHN 170 – Pan African Studies

ENVS 110 – Contemporary Environmental Issues

Open to undergraduate students, graduate students and the community.

Prerequisites: None 

Upcoming Info Sessions – COMING SOON

Contact Information

Dr. Sigride Asseko (ENVS 110) - asseko@csus.edu

Dr. Nicole Richards (ETHN 170) - nicole.richards@csus.edu 

Please contact Gabe Hernandez to apply.