2023 4-H Cultural Immersion Project – Puerto Rico applications are open. The experience is from November 21 – November 29, 2023.
After receiving the application, follow-up interviews will be scheduled to select participants. Final selections will be posted in mid-August. 4-H youth ages 15-18 (as of date of trip) are encouraged to apply. Teens must still be in high school as of the date of the trip to participate.
The cost is $1,400. (This includes airfare, ground transportation, most meals, lodging, and program fees)
Deadline to Apply: July 14, 2023
Teens will experience both the vibrant Old San Juan urban area as well as life in the remote mountain town of Castañer. The group be working with Puerto Rican 4-H members in joint service projects as well as leading a team building workshop for students at University Gardens High School in San Juan. Outdoor recreation as well as daily cultural activities will challenge them to expand their worldview and examine their bias and stereotypes.
Call or email for questions. brady.111@osu.edu or 513.695.1311
CIP Application Link: go.osu.edu/CIP2023