REFLECTIONS FROM MY MEDICAL PRACTICE INTERNSHIP IN ZIMBABWE: Carmen Vangalis
Tell us a little bit about yourself – stuff that we can’t find on Google: your spirit animal for example… My name is Carmen Vangalis and I am from Chicago, IL. I like to hike, kayak, travel, and bike in my free time. I have two sisters (one is my twin). My house is a […]
REFLECTIONS FROM MY PRE-HEALTH INTERNSHIP IN ZIMBABWE
During the first week of our health internships in Zimbabwe, the Pre-Health group visited the Children Rehab Unit (CRU) and the Children’s Hospital at Harare Central Hospital. We had the opportunity to observe doctors, therapists, and counsellors while they worked with their colleagues and the patient’s family to help heal the patient. We visited the […]
THINGS TO KNOW WHEN PLANNING A STUDY ABROAD FACULTY-LED TRIP DURING THE CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) PANDEMIC
It is important that lecturers and study abroad managers as well as students are aware of what is needed when planning a faculty-led trip abroad. Travelling has changed greatly during the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic and travellers should put safety first now more than ever during international trips. Travelling as a group is stressful at any […]
REFLECTIONS FROM MY SUMMER SHORT-TERM PRE-HEALTH INTERNSHIP
I was a student on the ACES Faculty-Led Program: Service Learning, Health Care, and Animal Rescue in Zimbabwe, in the summer of 2019. When I first enrolled in the study abroad opportunity, I was completely shocked at myself. I had never been to any country in Africa and I had no idea what to expect. […]
AMAZING MEDICAL INTERNSHIP PROGRAMMES FOR YOUR GAP YEAR
Looking for inspiration during your gap year? Zimbabwe is a world of wonders and in every hidden gem you come across, you will find inspiration. Be it creativity, innovation or the next big idea, the landlocked country is capable of giving you the spark that you need in 2021. Providing medical assistance in rural and […]
REFLECTIONS FROM MY MEDICAL INTERNSHIP IN ZIMBABWE
Vongai Tizora reflecting on her pre-health internship in Zimbabwe!
REFLECTIONS FROM MY ENCOUNTER WITH THE ZIMBABWE HEALTHCARE SYSTEM AS AN AMERICAN PRE-MEDICAL SCHOOL STUDENT!
REFLECTIONS FROM MY ENCOUNTER WITH THE ZIMBABWE HEALTHCARE SYSTEM AS AN AMERICAN PRE-MEDICAL SCHOOL STUDENT!
PRINCETON UNIVERSITY IN AFRICA: PRE-MED INTERNSHIPS
PRE-MED STUDENTS FROM PRINCETON UNIVERSITY EXPLORING ZIMBABWE