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Marked by a tragic past, this land of innate beauty is one of stark ironies. On our journey through “The Land of a Thousand Hills”, we discover that despite the genocide that made this country known to the world in the early ‘90s, Rwanda is comprised of an easy-going people who are working towards making their motherland into a mode... read moreMarked by a tragic past, this land of innate beauty is one of stark ironies. On our journey through “The Land of a Thousand Hills”, we discover that despite the genocide that made this country known to the world in the early ‘90s, Rwanda is comprised of an easy-going people who are working towards making their motherland into a model of development leading the way for nations throughout the continent. We begin our journey in Rwanda with an inquisition into the multilayered complexities of modern history; visiting the well-crafted Kigali genocide memorial site, meeting with non-governmental organizations, and hearing Rwandans of various backgrounds speak of their experiences and perspectives. Heading south through farms layering the rolling landscape, we celebrate Rwanda’s rich cultural heritage passing through a traditional Chief’s compound and a renowned pottery center. We sit in on a traditional “Gacaca” court bearing witness to testimonies from the 1994 genocide, hear intellectuals from the university speak, and visit a harrowing memorial. We voyage into the countryside and enjoy a rural home-stay, living with local farmers whose terraced parcels of patch-worked land blanket the hilly landscape. Participating in a “live-in” service project, we stay in an orphanage that is home to children and young adults who have lost their parents during the turmoil of the 1994 genocide. Teaching English, playing games, hiking in the shadow of two remarkable volcanoes, and sleeping side-by-side with the Rwandan youth, we begin to bridge lives separated by seemingly different life circumstances and diverse cultures. Less
I could not have been more impressed by my Dragons program. It struck the perfect balance of intense cultural immersion and a constant feeling of safety and fun even in a world so different from my own. My instructors were fantastic and taught me so much not only about Rwanda but about life and gratitude in general. I also became very close with a few members of my small group, one of whom has visited me in St. Louis and I have visited her in New... Read more
My experience in Rwanda was breath taking. My favorite parts were related to food and being out in the community. The food there tasted wonderful. I was able to try new, like eating fried plantains with mayonnaise, it was a pretty tasty combination that I experimented with because Rwandans use mayonnaise as a sauce. Overall, my favorite thing was being out in the community and speaking Kinyarwanda with Rwandans!! I have learned so many words lik... Read more
I went on the first Rwanda program that Where There Be Dragons ran, and despite the few glitches we encountered on the way, it was an experienced that shaped how I view the world and is the reason I'm now studying International Development. The people are kind, the country is so raw and inspiring, and the history is incredibly rich and important to learn about. I think that Where There Be Dragons is a really well run program and if you are at all... Read more
If you're looking for a study abroad program that offers students deep cultural immersion and a unique opportunity to evaluate the complexities of the modern international development industry, Dragons in the program for you! The African continent is frequently misrepresented by the western media but this Dragon’s program aims to fight such misperceptions. We examined issues of social justice, peace-building, post-conflict reconciliation, and g... Read more
My experience in Rwanda was breath taking. My favorite parts were related to food and being out in the community. The food there tasted wonderful. I was able to try new, like eating fried plantains with mayonnaise, it was a pretty tasty combination that I experimented with because Rwandans use mayonnaise as a sauce. Overall, my favorite thing was being out in the community and speaking Kinyarwanda with Rwandans!! I have learned so many words lik... Read more
If you're looking for a study abroad program that offers students deep cultural immersion and a unique opportunity to evaluate the complexities of the modern international development industry, Dragons in the program for you! The African continent is frequently misrepresented by the western media but this Dragon’s program aims to fight such misperceptions. We examined issues of social justice, peace-building, post-conflict reconciliation, and g... Read more
My experience in Rwanda was breath taking. My favorite parts were related to food and being out in the community. The food there tasted wonderful. I was able to try new, like eating fried plantains with mayonnaise, it was a pretty tasty combination that I experimented with because Rwandans use mayonnaise as a sauce. Overall, my favorite thing was being out in the community and speaking Kinyarwanda with Rwandans!! I have learned so many words lik... Read more
I could not have been more impressed by my Dragons program. It struck the perfect balance of intense cultural immersion and a constant feeling of safety and fun even in a world so different from my own. My instructors were fantastic and taught me so much not only about Rwanda but about life and gratitude in general. I also became very close with a few members of my small group, one of whom has visited me in St. Louis and I have visited her in New... Read more
I went on the first Rwanda program that Where There Be Dragons ran, and despite the few glitches we encountered on the way, it was an experienced that shaped how I view the world and is the reason I'm now studying International Development. The people are kind, the country is so raw and inspiring, and the history is incredibly rich and important to learn about. I think that Where There Be Dragons is a really well run program and if you are at all... Read more
I could not have been more impressed by my Dragons program. It struck the perfect balance of intense cultural immersion and a constant feeling of safety and fun even in a world so different from my own. My instructors were fantastic and taught me so much not only about Rwanda but about life and gratitude in general. I also became very close with a few members of my small group, one of whom has visited me in St. Louis and I have visited her in New... Read more
My experience in Rwanda was breath taking. My favorite parts were related to food and being out in the community. The food there tasted wonderful. I was able to try new, like eating fried plantains with mayonnaise, it was a pretty tasty combination that I experimented with because Rwandans use mayonnaise as a sauce. Overall, my favorite thing was being out in the community and speaking Kinyarwanda with Rwandans!! I have learned so many words lik... Read more
I went on the first Rwanda program that Where There Be Dragons ran, and despite the few glitches we encountered on the way, it was an experienced that shaped how I view the world and is the reason I'm now studying International Development. The people are kind, the country is so raw and inspiring, and the history is incredibly rich and important to learn about. I think that Where There Be Dragons is a really well run program and if you are at all... Read more
If you're looking for a study abroad program that offers students deep cultural immersion and a unique opportunity to evaluate the complexities of the modern international development industry, Dragons in the program for you! The African continent is frequently misrepresented by the western media but this Dragon’s program aims to fight such misperceptions. We examined issues of social justice, peace-building, post-conflict reconciliation, and g... Read more
