Thank you so much to all of you who have reached out with questions or have already applied to be a part of this study abroad program. Remember, applications are due May 1st if you have not applied yet and are interested in doing so.
Summary
This coming December, in coordination with the office of Global Engagement, the Counseling Program will be offering a study abroad program, Portugal: The Assessment and Treatment of Chemical Dependency. Most DePaul counseling students take CSL 466 (Assessment and Treatment of Chemical Dependency) during the fall of their second year, however students entering their third year are also invited to apply for this experience by taking the study abroad course as a Special Topics Elective (CSL 482).
In 2000, the Portuguese government has taken a distinctive approach toward addressing substance use problems in their country by decriminalizing most drug use and possession. This has led to the development of robust and integrated chemical dependency treatment programs that treat addiction as a health concern rather than a criminal condition. Our partners overseas are very exited to work with DePaul students to share the unique insights that they have gathered over the years.
If you have questions or would like to know more about the program, we are hosting a virtual information session this Thursday (4/18) at 12pm. Please register to attend by using the link below.
https://depaul.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMuc-2uqT4tHtdpinQ1YQ7_DWQ6qBTVvGQt
If you are interested in participating in the program, you can apply at the DePaul Study Abroad website listed below. In the coming weeks, I will be visiting classrooms to talk more about the program and answer questions. I hope to see you soon. https://programsabroad.depaul.edu/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.ViewProgramAngular&id=10377
I hope to see you there, and maybe in Portugal as well!
Okenna Egwu – oegwu@depaul.edu
Rebecca Michel – rebecca.michel@depaul.edu
Scott Ozaroski, Associate Director of Program Management – s.ozaroski@depaul.edu