The School of Education would like to invite students to a new Maymester course and a wonderful opportunity to immerse themselves in the Latin American culture. This course will include an 11 day trip to Costa Rica.

Students will complete service and learning activities at 7 different sites- 4 schools and 3 ecological sites. Work will range from sea turtle rescue to reforestation. Students will live for 2 days with a Costa Rican family to learn about their culture. They will also learn how to grow, harvest and cook organically.

 The group will drive, canoe, bus, and hike over 30 miles and 3 rivers to visit the last indigenous tribes of Latin America, the Bri Bri. All of this will be intertwined with zip-lining, hiking, and white water rafting. It promises to be some of the most action packed days these students will ever spend as students.

Come explore Costa Rica with us! Space is limited, and you don’t have to be an education major to participate, so don’t delay! If you are interested and would like more information, check out our website here.

Please contact Rebecca Hill or Sally Brow in the SOE if you plan to attend.

Eighteen of Charleston Southern University’s student leaders volunteered Saturday, Aug. 25 to help with a Habitat for Humanity project in local Summerville, S.C. “The work was executed by individuals who love to serve and usually serve through Catalyst events,” said Corey Humphries, staff coordinator of Catalyst, a service oriented student group on campus.

Gardens, lawns and flower beds were groomed. Homes were pressure washed. Gutters and roofs were cleared of debris.

“The students gave 200 percent,” said Humphries. “After we completed the task list, they were looking for additional things to do. The leaders who served Saturday realized that in most cases you have to do the work on the outside before you can attempt the heart work on the inside.”

“The lady who lived there started helping us. We started singing hymns and were able to pray for her and her mother who just got out of the hospital. It was good to do ministry along with the physical labor,” said Julie Mims, a senior majoring in athletic training and religion.

“We were able to show God’s love through our actions,” added Brittany Dabrasky, a senior majoring in biology.

The group plans to serve again soon through the Charleston Baptist Association, Water Missions International and with the Lowcountry Food Bank.