Abstract
A University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communication summer program in Ghana addresses students' desire for internships and short-term study abroad, as well as ongoing efforts to diversify and internationalize the undergraduate curriculum. The educational value of the internships is interpreted via the experiential learning theories of John Dewey and Paolo Freire. Student reactions are highlighted in three areas: problem posing, identifying solutions and taking action, and critical reflection and growth.
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