Northern Ireland ABE

Northern Ireland

Over spring break 2025, students can travel with Dr. Diane Majewski for a Serve & Learn trip in Derry and Belfast, Northern Ireland. Students will visit both rural and urban settings, Catholic and Protestant neighborhoods. Participants will gain a first-hand look at the history of the Troubles, meeting with ex-combatants, politicians and youth workers with both experiences in the conflict and peace process. They will meet with local community and professional leaders; serve on projects developed by community leaders; and explore the country and culture through field trips, local presenters and community events.

The cost is $1,600 will include lodging, food, ground transportation, and all program activities. Students will purchase their flights separately, which averages around $575 roundtrip from RDU to Dublin. The application deadline is November 11, 2024.

Information session: Oct. 16 at 1pm.

Apply on the Intercultural Affairs website.