GCU Global Education

South Africa

Reflecting back to South Africa

Reflection by Catharine Phipps Studying abroad was an amazing experience. It truly expanded my global perspective, enhanced my independence, and increased my knowledge on education. I was extremely upset to leave South Africa because it quickly became my home. SIT really did an awesome job showing us the various different aspects of the culture in

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Open Air School

We were blessed to work this week at the Open Air School. This school is unique in that it provides an education to a variety of special needs students. Students are blind, hearing impaired, amputees, among many others. The classrooms are all inclusive in nature and they also keep pace with the education of the

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Ela Gandhi

On Tuesday we had the privilege of meeting The Honourable Ela Gandhi. We were visiting the historic Phoenix Settlement which was home to her grandfather, Mahatma Gandhi, during his stay in Durban, South Africa from 1893-1914. The Honourable Ela Gandhi told us stories of her grandfather’s work along with her own story and work with

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GCU in South Africa

GCU in South Africa

GCU students are having an exciting week working with students in special education schools while immersed in the culture of Durban. Here are some of their photos from the beginning of the week.

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peru

Reflecting back to Peru

Hola GCU! Returning after spending nine days in Peru I have had some time to reflecton my experiences while studying abroad. I am grateful to be apart of this amazing opportunity and have the chance to connect with my fellow students and the Peruvian culture. Studying abroad may seem frightening and uncomfortable to think about

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