Around the World in Five Days

Have you grown up primarily in the U.S. and never traveled abroad beyond the borders of North America? This is not a program for international students or for those who have traveled extensively outside North America. If you do not fit the criteria, you might be removed from the program. “Around the World in Five Days” is a program designed for students with no travel experience. Fasten your seat belts and get ready for an adventure of discovery without getting on a plane. You’ll be thinking globally by the end of the week! Based in Lexington, this week of exploration is designed to encourage incoming first-year students to think about their place in the world and start developing their cultural competencies and global skills, which will allow them to interact with the world’s citizens. We will have a variety of hands-on cultural experiences, which include craft, dance, food, and museum trips. We will gently push you outside your comfort zone, help you develop a spirit of adventure and camaraderie, and assist you on taking the first step on what may be an unforgettable journey. This is not a program for international students or for those who have traveled outside North America.

Questions or comments, please contact Professor Janet Ikeda at ikedaj@wlu.edu or Professor Dick Kuettner at kuettnerd@wlu.edu.