India is a populous country. While there have been advancements in education, technology and healthcare, many do not enjoy the rewards of this advancement. Forty percent of the population lives in poverty. Many children are put to work and unable to obtain an education. Healthcare accessibility for the poor is limited, and human trafficking also is an issue.
During the Mercer On Mission program in India, students will:
This program is in partnership with Narayana Hospital.
I feel like after this trip, I know that I am passionate about what I am doing and why I went back to school, but I am also just passionate about people. This trip really made me realize I truly love connecting with people in any way, from the connections that I made with my classmates, my roommate, our guides, our translators and our patients. It was amazing.
Students are required to sign up for six hours of credit. The registrar will enroll you in courses for your program, including one class from each of the program's faculty.
Undergraduate nursing students:
Graduate nursing students:
Pre-med and global health students:
Pharmacy students:
