In May, Tech students and faculty left on a study abroad program to Ghana, West Africa. Led by Dept. of Curriculum & Instruction’s Senior Lecturer Cale Koester and Associate Professor Dr. Queen Ogbomo, the participants were immersed in myriad opportunities for service learning and cultural studies.
The two-week excursion included working with a village school as observers then offered interactive lessons, reading activities, and presentations. Our students also provided the school’s library with reference and story books, assisted with their teaching lab, and band equipment repairs.
They also joined in studies at the Dagbe Cultural Institute & Arts Center, including education in drumming, dance, singing, kente weaving, basket making, local traditions, cuisine, social issues, and more.
“The students showed determination, resilience, and enthusiasm throughout this service-learning experience and we are proud of how they represented Tennessee Tech,” said Koester.
Info: ci@tntech.edu