I’m not deserving. It’s as simple as that. I’ve only been in Accra for three days, and I’m learning with every passing moment that my professors were spot on in saying that Ghana is a life-altering experience. Accra is a beautiful city, from its luscious, green countryside to the many attractions it offers. There is Read More …
Today, after touring the city of Accra and the University of Ghana campus, we all went to AMC mall for grocery shopping. It is just so interesting to see our students looking around and trying to find groceries for themselves. It feels like we are settling down here:-) More adventures are coming, Go Ducks!!!
I visited the University of Oregon as an incoming Media Studies doctoral student in May 2018. After visiting with a few folks in the department, I was advised to introduce myself to Dr. Leslie Steeves as we both shared a passion for travel and study abroad. Shortly after arriving at her office, I found myself Read More …
The day is finally upon us! I leave for Ghana tomorrow, but the hustle of the last month has left me with little time to anticipate my trip. Between graduating, moving out of Eugene, and getting everything prepared to go to Ghana, I’ve been so busy that my day of departure really snuck up on Read More …
It’s time to finally go. I remember getting accepted into the program about four to five months ago. Time has flown by because I leave for Ghana tomorrow. The last few days have been hectic, from gathering all of the supplies needed for the trip, collecting contact information, and expecting the unknown. Running around town Read More …
Today is the day. If I am being honest, I never really thought that it would come. I applied for this program in the exact same spot that I am writing this post: on a stool in the kitchen of my childhood home. Back in January, this felt like a pipe dream. “Ghana? I don’t Read More …
I originally chose a study abroad and internship in Africa because I wanted something that would push me, not only as a student but as a journalist. I thought Africa would bring a new thrill to my life. However, throughout the last few weeks, I quickly learned that my thoughts of Africa may have been Read More …
After adding an advertising major at the end of my sophomore year, I kept hearing reference to a study abroad program in Ghana. I heard rumors that it could land you a job right out of college, or help you discover your path in the School of Journalism. Regardless if Read More …
I have my travel visa. I’ve been inoculated against typhoid and yellow fever and have a bottle full of malaria pills. My wardrobe has been appropriately stocked with slacks and colored shirts. I can introduce myself in Twi. On one hand, I feel ready to commence my summer internship with the Media in Ghana program. Read More …
Ever since the start of spring term, I’ve been itching to get to June 28th. Over the course of the term and the pre-departure orientation course, I’ve become more and more intrigued by the culture of Ghana, its people, and its food. I can’t wait to get over there and begin to experience everything Read More …
It is a tradition that Professor Leslie Steeves, the director of Media in Ghana program, hosting a pre-departure party at her house, at where the entire group and several Ghanaians would get together to share some final thoughts about the trip and Ghanaian culture.
Ever since my group (David and Sophia and I) did a presentation on the many cultures in Ghana, I have been hooked on my contribution to that presentation on Ghanaian music. We learned that there are primarily five types of music that are listened to in Ghana: Traditional Folk Music Cultural Music Highlife Gospel Read More …
I honestly can’t believe we depart for Ghana in a little under a month. It’s slowly beginning to sink in as I start tying up loose ends. It feels surreal because you hear how this trip has been transformative for so many people who have gone, and it makes you sit back in your Read More …
A great video by Ghana alum Cassidy Scott offers a short glimpse into the Media in Ghana program. Media in Ghana: Six Weeks in Six Minutes
Doing the media in Ghana program was one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. Living in Ghana challenged me and changed me. I came home a much more patient and understanding person. It gave me a better appreciation for the different ways in which people live and it altered my value system — Read More …