Hola
Amigos! My name is Yamila Nicasio and I’m currently a senior
in the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences at Rutgers University! I
will be embarking on a new adventure to Oaxaca, Mexico this summer! Words
cannot simple describe how excited I am to travel abroad! I am enrolled in the
Culture and Community Health in Oaxaca program, which embodies both a
traditional educational study abroad approach and an international service
learning component. This program consist of a course in Medical Anthropology of
health in Mexico, a course in Medical Spanish, and a community service
placement in a medical facility. In addition to the program’s structural
components, I will also be exposed to new experiences by living with a host
family in Oaxaca and learning through group weekend excursions. Oh and course
through many opportunities to explore Oaxaca on my own!
It is
extremely exciting to think that the day is almost near! Ever since I can remember
I recall that I saw traditional Mexican dances on television with women dressed
in huge colorful skirts…at that point a new curiosity sparked and I wanted to
go visit Mexico. It feels good that my childhood dreams are actually coming
true. What makes me even more incredibly happy is that I found a program that I
am actually passionate about the issues and want to learn more about both
professionally and personally!
It’s difficult to picture what exactly the upcoming
month will be like but I know that I’ve never been more ready than what I am
today. I’m anxious, nervous, and feel like tomorrow is never going to arrive
but I’m so thankful that in less than 24 hours I will be on that plane soaring
through the skies and making new memories! I will definitely miss home but I
have my family and friends support and I cannot wait to come back to the states
full with stories, new perspectives, knowledge, and indescribable feelings!
A big thanks to the SEBS International Programs for
awarding me with this scholarship and making my dreams possible! I would also
like to thank everyone in my life that has impacted and shaped me into the
women I am today. I’m a big believer in that every interaction leaves a
reaction—an exchange between people that creates change… and if you got it, you
have to give it back!
- Yamila
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