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International Field Research Program

What Students Say

Through the International Field Research program I was able to fulfill my lifelong dream of visiting the World Health Organization. Daniela Makembe, 2009 alumna

It has been a very exciting trip with many educational aspects that have greatly helped me in completing my research. Michael Dark, 2009 alumnus

As a result of my experience in this program, I am better prepared to pursue a career in research and even more excited to earn a Ph.D. Cristan Williams, 2009 alumna

This project as allowed me to pursue my personal and academic interests of health and wellness for the elderly. Mary Faith James, 2009 alumna

I can honestly say that because of this outstanding experience I have gained in Switzerland, my passion for Complementary and Alternative Medicine has grown, as has my interest in the health care needs of an aging population. Ashlee Adams, 2009 alumna

students on train

Not only has this been a very insightful experience, but a good exposure to the rich culture in Switzerland. Sharon Auma-Ebanyat, 2009 alumna

Apart from the research aspect of the program, I was able to experience a culture with which I was not familiar. Ibukun Ayanleye, 2009 alumna