I've begun the process of signing up for classes & doing all of the necessary paperwork for my fall semester of study in Cork Ireland. I'll be studying in the Development & Food Policy Program at University College Cork. The class lineup generally looks like this:
Introduction to Development Studies
Development, Conflict & Peace
Local Development: Structures, Strategies & Procedures
Poverty & Development
Social & Economic Aspects of Rural Development
Communication Skills in Development
Concepts of Development
Clearly, there is a trend here. I'm really looking forward to gaining a perspective which is different from just the experiential perspective that I have on these issues of development, poverty, and what we can do to help. Ultimately, I believe these will become tools that I will use as a missionary someday- bringing not only the Gospel to the nations, but practical and necessary help.
Some Nicaraguan boys I met at the park
I love your classes and that you're going to Ireland! I'm very excited for you, and can't wait to follow your adventures via your blog!
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