Day Trip to Praia do Forte
Today was our final excursion, a day trip to the northeastern coast of Bahia. Here we explored the historic village of Praia do Forte. Though it has been modernized and catered to a more “touristy... Read More
Presentation Day!
Wednesday was our last day visiting the Institute of Collective Health (ISC). Students gave group presentations on the following topics: Genesis of Collective Health, The Brazilian Health System and C... Read More
Examining African Culture in Brazil and The United States
This study abroad program has been amazing, as have all the opportunities I have had to travel, learn, and facilitate learning in other countries and cultures. However, this trip to Salvad... Read More
Mercado Modelo-Souvenir Shopping!
Today, we had lectures on infectious diseases and chronic diseases in Brazil. We had to pick a lecture to attend, and I chose the one about chronic diseases. The speaker was Dr. Sheila Alvim, and the ... Read More
Elevate Yourself
Today we went from sea level to the mountain top! We met at ACBEU with big lunches packed by our host moms, boarded a giant bus, and drove out of Salvador at 7 A.M. As we passed thru Salvador we... Read More
CIDACS- an innovative health data collection technology in Salvador, Brazil
Today, my classmates and I visited a different campus – the CIDACS campus. The primary focus within this building was data collection. Our lecture was led by Dr. Mauricio Barreto, who is a well-... Read More
Instituto Cultural Steve Biko & Bale Folclorico Da Bahia
Today we had two great opportunities to visit the Instituto Cultural Steve Biko in the Pelourinho neighborhood of Salvador and attend an amazing show at Bale Folclorico Da Bahia. The Steve Biko Instit... Read More