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L&LI - Baltimore Urban Studies Semester Program - Study and Intern (Directory Program)

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  • Locations: Washington DC, United States
  • Program Terms: Fall, Semester, Spring
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: Living & Learning International 
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction: English Click here for a definition of this term Class Status: 2-sophomore, 3-junior, 4-senior
Housing Options: Dormitory Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study: American Studies, Biochemistry, Biology, Child Development, Communication, Communications, Developmental Sciences, Dietetics & Nutrition, Health & Human Services, Health Science, Humanities, Internships, Kinesiology, Nutrition, Public Health, Religion/Theology, Sciences, Social Science, Social Work, Urban Studies
Program Type: Field Study, Internship Abroad, Study Abroad, Volunteer Abroad Click here for a definition of this term Program: Direct
Program Description:
Overview
Prepare for your future through with this transformative education experience that integrates interdisciplinary urban internships with a faith-based Christian learning framework. You’ll be immersed in a hands-on internships related to your major. You’ll gain practical skills, cross-disciplinary insights, and cultural competencies essential for navigating the complexities of your vocation after graduation.

This program fosters spiritual growth, reflection, and a Christ-centered approach to social justice, enabling you to align your career aspirations with your Christian values. This blend of experiential learning and faith-based education equips you for meaningful career discernment, competitive job acquisition, and a lifelong commitment to servant leadership.

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Academics
You can choose from 1 of 4 tracks:
  • Interdisciplinary track - for all majors. Choose from a variety of courses and inernship opportunities
  • Social Work track - for junior or senior social work majors to complete their field placement hours
  • Public Policy track - for students seeking to pair their academics with a political internship on the East Coast
  • Health Science track - for those preparing to be in the medical field after graduation. Choose from a variety of healthcare related internships
Click the link to see the courses available for a total of 12-18 total credits.

Core Elements
  • Courses: In and outside of the classroom, learn about the complex realities of public health, the intersection of ministry and social work, politics, and everything in between. You will gain a new perspective on the joyful work that God is completing in your community.
  • Internships: Learn from experts in your future profession. Whatever your major–we place you at an organization related to your interests. Develop skillsets that prepare you for life after college.
  • Community: Our staff and faculty disciple and mentor you throughout the program. Community comes to life through shared meals, processing your internship, and navigating the city together.
Program Highlights
  • Study and live on the East Coast
  • Earn 12-18 credits in courses ranging from Public Health to Bioethics and Justice and more
  • Learn from expert educators and clinicians
  • Intern in fields related to your major
  • Be mentored in spiritual formation
  • Experiential learning in and outside of the classroom
  • Excursions to Baltimore’s Inner Harbor, the National Mall, and the world-renowned Smithsonian museums in D.C.
Internships
Our semester program includes a built-in internship opportunity where you will participate in 120-480 hours of internship work in community health clinics and agencies in Baltimore or Washington D.C.

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