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Course and Travel Dates: June 5 – 20, 2022
Veterinary Technology
Zimbabwe is a nation of immense natural beauty and resources. It is home to one of the seven natural wonders of the world, hosts Africa’s largest elephant populations, and is one of the safest African countries in which to travel. English is widely spoken, which makes it relatively easy for English-speaking study abroad students to interact meaningfully. Zimbabwe’s people are among the most engaging and friendly that one can come across. The program focuses on primary initiatives in Victoria Falls, Hwange and Antelope Park aimed at caring for and protecting the wildlife together with local communities. A variety of domestic and exotic animals are involved.
Think you can’t afford to study abroad? Scholarships and other ways to fund your study abroad program are available. Explore scholarship options now.
Available courses – Students will be enrolled in the course listed below for summer 2022 in order to be able to participate.
Note: Students must confirm with an academic advisor that they meet all college enrollment requirements AND course prerequisites to be eligible to enroll in the course listed. Once accepted into the program, students will be notified of the Course Number and enrollment dates/deadlines.
Students receiving financial aid must confirm with a financial aid advisor whether their study abroad course will be covered by financial aid.
ATE2947 – Veterinary Technology Clinical Service Learning Practicum Work Experience V
Professor: Tricia Gorham
After you submit the application online, we will review it and an automatic email will be sent to your college email with details of your next steps, including scheduling your interview with the Zimbabwe program lead faculty. Contact Tricia Gorham(727-302-6733) with any specific questions about the program.
Other SPC Study Abroad trips
Learn more about other Study Abroad countries where SPC students have made their mark.
Student Travel Blog – For a taste of what it’s like to study abroad, or to follow our students as they travel, read posts from the Study Abroad blog below.
Only in dreams has the continent of Africa been a possibility for me to visit and learn in. The study abroad program with St. Petersburg College in Namibia became an opportunity for those dreams to become a reality. As a student and as a person, this has been a life-changing event for me. It also … Continue reading A Dream Come True!
The St. Petersburg College study abroad trip has been one of the most impactful experiences of my life! Between interacting with and caring for animals at the sanctuary, breathtaking landscapes and sunsets, unforgettable views of wildlife, and making memories and new friendships, this trip has broadened my horizons and given me a new perspective of … Continue reading Most impactful experiences of my life!
Rising early is not that bad when you know you are going to be feeding painted dogs and cheetahs or taking a walk through the African bush to help anti-poaching rangers locate the animals under their care. Some duties are the most fun I have ever had in a “classroom”, some are messy, and some … Continue reading Namibia Program 2024
When arriving in the Windhoek airport most of us had no idea what we would be doing during our time in Namibia. On our first morning we participated in an orientation meeting for all new incoming volunteers. One of the highlights of this orientation is learning about all the different projects volunteers can participate in. … Continue reading Namibia Experience
The adventure started at N/a’ankuse on December 7. We arrived exhausted but were thrilled to realize that the wonderful staff with the booking department had put us all in a Villa rather than tents. We were given a tour of the surroundings where the Lapa was (where we would gather for meals), and the tiny … Continue reading Namibia Study Abroad
One of the amazing things that we were able to do while we were at the N/a’an kuse reservation was help with the enrichment of the animals that were not able to be released back into the wild. Some of the ways that this was done were by taking them on walks and letting them … Continue reading Namibia, an Amazing Place
As each day unfolded at the sanctuary, I had the privilege of witnessing the unique symphony of lives, from walking alongside cheetahs to being immersed in our surroundings as we drove between rhinos and feeding baby baboons. What made these interactions even more profound was knowing the stories behind each creature – many orphaned, injured, … Continue reading Namibia Changed my Life
Since I have been home from Zimbabwe the number one question people ask me is what my favorite part was. I have found this question to be extremely difficult to answer. There were so many wonderful and amazing things that we were a part of. One thing that really stuck with me was the amazing … Continue reading Zimbabwe Study Abroad: My Favorite Part
During my study abroad program in Zimbabwe, I was able to experience and learn new things. One eye opener was seeing that this was a third world country and learning about the poverty and unemployment rate. The electricity here is also unpredictable, power will go out multiple times a day for different periods of time. … Continue reading SPC Student says: Zimbabwe Study Abroad? Worth it!
The first few days coming into Africa I was utterly amazed at the differences compared to back home. The most enjoyable difference had to be the scenery, and of course wildlife. The vast open lands of trees and vegetation are anything unlike what we see in America, let alone in the city. It was so … Continue reading Zimbabwe : A Study Abroad to be Remembered