Irish Heritage School Trip

Description – Visit Birr, Ireland with Dr. Simpson to engage with the community, work on service learning projects and learn about Irish history and culture. You will visit the beautiful Birr Castle, stay with a host family and visit monastic sites from the 5th and 9th centuries. Explore service learning and participate in this opportunity to study abroad!

When – During Sac State’s Spring Break
Expenses – Trip costs include all expenses except airfare
Airfare – Will be coordinated at the beginning of the class
Purpose – To engage in service learning as an alternative form for the Honors 103 class

Spring 2023 Itinerary –

Sunday: Arrival by 10 am then are guided through Dublin, meet your host families
Monday: Field Trip to monastic sites, guest speaker
Tuesday: Work from 9-5
Wednesday: Work from 9-5, Birr Castle at 6
Thursday: Work from 9-5
Friday: Work 9-5, traditional music at the pub
Saturday: Leave for airport by 8 am

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