Info Session: ACE 398/GLBL 298 - International Development Immersion in Sierra Leone

Sep 9, 2026   12:00 pm  
305 Mumford Hall
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Sponsor
Department of Agricultural and Consumer Economics
Contact
Dr. Paul McNamara
E-Mail
mcnamar1@illinois.edu
Originating Calendar
ACE Events

Pizza provided!

Join this immersive exploration of international development, sub-Saharan African history, cross-cultural communication, agricultural development, and food security in Sierra Leone.

Students will observe agricultural and forestry businesses and projects, speak with policy makers and development leaders, visit ecotourism sites like community-managed beaches and jungle reserves, and learn from local colleagues.

https://app.studyabroad.illinois.edu/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.ViewProgramAngular&id=10719

Questions? Reach out to Dr. Paul McNamara at mcnamar1@illinois.edu or ACES Study Abroad at aces-studyabroad@illinois.edu

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