JAN 402-01 - Lasallian Service Internship International: Philippines

Instructor: Philip Goodwin, pdg2@stmarys-ca.edu

Course Fee: TBD
Learn about the Jan Term Travel Scholarship for additional funding.

This fee includes:
Airfare, Local Transportation, Lodging, Meals, Excursions (e.g., museums, tours, etc.), Gratuity, Travel Insurance ($35/student - international classes only), Miscellaneous

This course aims to foster both reflective and active engagement in direct service to marginalized communities. Through hands-on experience, students will deepen their understanding of service in the context of the Christian tradition, drawing insights from Scripture, assigned readings, written reflections, and seminar discussions. Building on the foundation of the Lasallian Mission, this course encourages students to critically analyze the root causes of poverty and injustice, as well as the role of the Christian community in addressing-or failing to address-these challenges. Through this immersive experience, students will develop a more profound commitment to social justice and meaningful service. Direct service will be provided at Bahay Pag-asa in the Philippines, a transformative program dedicated to rehabilitating and empowering at-risk youth. Students will live in a community at or near the facility, engaging in meaningful service to support education, personal development, and reintegration efforts. A minimum of 30 hours per week of direct service is required.

ITINERARY:

• Thursday, Jan. 1: Depart from SFO
• Friday, Jan 2: Arrive in Bacolod
  Travel to Bahay Pagasa
  Class topics: Introductions & tour of facility
• Saturday, Jan. 3: Bahay Pagasa
  Explore local area
• Sunday, Jan. 4:  Bahay Pagasa
  Explore local area

Weeks 1-3

• Monday, Jan. 5 - Thursday, Jan 22: Bahay Pagasa
  Direct service with at-risk youth at Bahay Pagasa (service opportunities will vary from day to day & are currently being discussed with on-site supervisor)
• Friday, Jan. 23: Depart from Bacolod, Arrive in San Francisco

General Travel Requirements

• Attend at least 1 Health & Safety Orientation (October)

• Submit a valid passport (November)

  • Apply or renew no later than September for on-time delivery

• Submit completed & signed health forms + proof of vaccination(s) (November)

Note: Failure to complete one or more of the above requirements will result in an immediate drop from the course. Once registered, all course fees are non-refundable.

Please check the Jan Term Travel website for information session, registration, and deposit information. 

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Credits: 3 + 1 CU EL