WHAT ARE IMMERSION PROJECTS?

Immersion Projects are off-campus, educational service opportunities at sites in the United States and abroad. Students travel to a site where they work and serve in a community different from their own. Each project seeks to foster a dialogue between the College community and the host community around issues of social justice. By working alongside people and sharing their stories, students learn about themselves and the world. Students find Immersion Projects to be exciting and powerful educational experiences.

Important Dates
Check out these important dates with regard to deadlines of applications and mandatory meetings.

General Information
Registration, costs, payment. Participation criteria/expectations. Student Leader opportunities. Financial awards. Withdrawal policy.

Online Registration (Spring Break trip registration runs from Nov 26-Feb 1)
Fill out the online Registration Form and pay the $100 deposit to secure your spot on an Immersion Project. Deposit payment can be made online or at the Center for Public Service in Plank Gym.  Limited spaces are available in each project -- don't wait until the last minute to register!

Student Leader Opportunities
Student leaders have been selected for all 2013 trips. Student Leaders assist the Project Leaders before, during, and after the project. Student Leaders receive $350 off their project fee. Candidates must be registered for a project. For consideration, complete the Student Leader Application and email it to Immersion_Projects@gettysburg.edu. See application for detailed information and resonsibilities.

Financial Awards
Financial awards are available to help offset the cost of an Immersion Project. Read carefully the criteria for financial awards and follow directions for completing the application. For consideration, complete the Financial Award Application and email it to Immersion_Projects@gettysburg.edu. See application for detailed information.
 

FACULTY/STAFF LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
If you are interested in leading an Immersion Project, please read the Responsibilities Brochure and fill out an application.