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Romero: 30 Years a Martyr

  El Salvador
    San Salvador

Term: Spring 
Dates: March 19-28, 2010

Description: In his day, Archbishop Oscar Romero courageously used his position to further the cause of human rights and peace in El Salvador. On March 24, 1980, Romero was assassinated while celebrating Mass. Thirty years later his vision for a peaceful and just El Salvador lives on. Join this travel seminar and take an in-depth look at the life, martyrdom, and continuing influence of Monsignor Romero as well as the current realities of El Salvador. You will join thousands of others in attending activities commemorating the thirtieth anniversary of Romero's martyrdom. You will meet with various leaders and Salvadoran organizations to discuss the continuing impact of Romero's life and work on the social fabric of El Salvador.

Highlights:
- Travel to Ciudad Barrios, San Miguel, Romero's hometown, and tour the Radio MonseHor Oscar Romero that broadcasts from there.
- Attend activities commemorating the 30th anniversary of the death of Romero with others who honor Romero by working for peace with justice.
- Visit the Divina Providencia where Archbishop Romero was killed and talk with his former staff.
- Meet with a popular education group, Equipo Maiz, and learn about their work to keep Romero's spirit and vision alive.
- Visit the Jesuit University of Central America where six priests, their housekeeper and her daughter were killed in 1989.

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Travel Types :
  • Heritage Tourism
  • Native Culture Studies
  • Student Tours
  • Tours
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    Subject Areas :
  • History
  • Religious Studies
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    Cost in US$: USD 1,180

    Cost Include Description:
    This includes pre- and post-trip resource materials, in-country programming, language interpretation, honoraria for local resource people, all meals and lodging, ground transportation, and fees for activities included in the program. This price does not include airfare to and from San Salvador.

    Experience Required: no

    This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

    Typical Living Arrangements :
  • Other
    		•

    Participants Travel to El Salvador Independently

    Typically Participants Work in Groups

    Scholarships are Available. Mary Witt Scholarships may be available. For more information, please visit our website.

    Application Process Involves:

    • Online Application plus Application Assessment

    Post-Program Services Include:

    • Alumni Network

    Year Founded: 1982



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