UC Davis third-year biochemistry and molecular biology major Vyoma Bhanap wants to change the world through dance. In April, the Donald A. Strauss Scholarship Foundation Committee awarded Bhanap $15,000 to implement her proposal, Dance Bhoomi. This project uses the power of dance — specifically, dance therapy — to safely bridge the mind-body disconnect that often occurs in children who experience constant trauma.
Each UC Davis Summer Abroad Internship program pairs UC Davis Study Abroad with a partner organization that manages the personalized internship placements; arranges accommodations and excursions; leads onsite orientations and optional social events; and provides 24/7 emergency support.
Financial aid can be applied to UC Davis Summer Abroad Internship programs, and fees are variable, covering accommodations, meals, transportation, cultural excursions, and insurance, but not airfare or personal expenses.
The U.S. Department of State oversees travel safety and policy, while program orientation includes pre-departure and on-site sessions, with travel and visa arrangements being the participant's responsibility, and insurance is provided through GeoBlue and UC Traveler.
Theresa is a Continuing Lecturer in the University Writing Program and a PhD candidate at Texas Tech University, researching cultural competence in healthcare education while enjoying journaling, pottery, and exploring with her family.
The program offers accommodations in modest settings, two to three meals daily, and excursions that include cultural experiences and lectures while emphasizing adaptability to local conditions.
Learn about urban and rural healthcare systems through NGO site visits in Delhi and clinical rotations in the Himalayan foothills, which provide insight on primary care, preventative medicine, and the urban-rural divide.
