"I learned so much about Jamaica, its people and culture, as well as about myself. I have changed in a lot of ways. I feel I can see and understand things that I took for granted in the past. My service placement challenged me to use all of my resources and gave me a new perspective on American society as well."
- Sharon, SUNY Oneonta
Through guided field trips and through individual travel you will experience rural village and town life revolving around tropical agriculture, indigenous craft enterprise, and bustling city life with a variety of entrepreneurial activities. The cool hills of the Blue Mountain area with its world-renowned coffee, and the banana and coastal sugar plantations present an interesting contrast to the white sand beaches of the tourist areas on the North and South coasts.
Excursions, some of which are linked to the academic courses, may include trips to:
