Tribewanted: Vorovoro

One of my most favorite experiences in college was taking a 6 week study abroad coast in Australia, traveling the entire east coast of the country listening to science lectures and exploring the reefs. The lessons were easily retained since everything was hands-on and new, and I made friends that I still keep in touch with years later. That unique experience can now happen in Sierra Leone.

Tribewanted is ready to host high school and university classes that want to study any number of topics, including marine science, sociology and tribal life, renewable energy, and many others. Students can stay in John Obey, in huts or camping in tents on the beach. Professors can hold lectures in huts on the beach and field trips can be arranged to explore the area. The village is complete with a water source, solar panels for charging electronics, and kitchen serving 3 meals daily. For more information and photos of the area, download the informational sheet here.

Tribewanted has contacts in many fields that may be able to help you create a syllabus and schedule field trips. If you’re interested in taking a science class there, I’m happy to suggest topics of study and places to visit. To learn more about arranging a trip to Sierra Leone for a class, email sierraleone@tribewanted.com.

John Obey, Sierra Leone is also an excellent location for research. I’ll be returning in November to conduct marine science research fully funded by a grant. Now is an excellent time to conduct research in the country, especially research that results in support to the local economy, people, and environment.

Please forward the info sheet and this blog to any folks that may be interested in creating new study abroad programs.

Happy traveling!