Some trips are limited to certain programs, disciplines or athletic teams.
The registration process is the same for all trips, though limited groups have a different application link!
Unless otherwise indicated, you must be a part of the designated group to participate.
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New Mexico, USA
Education Majors ONLY
Leaders: Dr. Kevin Voogt, Dr. Laurie Owen
Dates: May 10-18, 2026
Estimated Price: $1800
This trip is designed for Elementary or Secondary Education Majors. Students can expect to work closely with Native American k-12 students from 13 tribal backgrounds in two local Christian schools, go on hikes with local guides, eat a traditional Navajo meal, take a jeep tour of a local Canyon, and experience numerous demonstrations of Native Culture. Also, we will explore the vast local flea market (a cultural experience on its own!) and other local treasures of nearby Gallup New Mexico!
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*Notice: Due to the unique nature of this trip, you will not be admitted to the trip until your application has been reviewed by one of the trip leaders. After you apply, you will receive confirmation that you have been admitted to the trip or that you have been put on the waitlist shortly. Spots in each classroom setting (e.g., elementary, middle school, high school) in Rehoboth are limited and, hence, each applicant is reviewed first to make sure we have an even distribution of majors across the classroom settings. *
Peru
Grad Counseling ONLY
Leaders: Dr. Rebecca Belton & Dr. Danielle Johnson
Dates: May 12-20, 2026
Estimated Price: $3140
The graduate counseling program is offering a cultural immersion experience to Peru to meet the requirements for CPY 6500 Social and Cultural Issues. Students will visit Cusco and experience highlights such as Machu Picchu, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Students will also have the opportunity to serve a local community within Peru, engaging with Peruvians and learning about their culture, mental health needs, and perspectives.
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Hungary
Worship Arts & Music Production Majors ONLY
Leaders: Dr. Wally Brath
Dates: May 10-20, 2026
Estimated Price: $2500​
Join worship arts and music production students as we prepare to engage with Hungarian culture through presenting concerts and enjoying the rich heritage of Budapest.
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*Notice: All meals for this trip are the responsibility of the the participant.
Costa Rica
BIO 2190 Class Participants ONLY
Leaders: Dr. Rick Roberts
Dates: May 10-19, 2026
​Estimated Cost: $3330
The Costa Rican healthcare system is very different than the US healthcare system, and this trip will allow students to dive deep into a comparison of the two (and generally discuss different healthcare systems around the world). This cross-cultural field experience requires enrollment in the 1 or 0 credit class BIO 2190, Healthcare Systems in the US, during the Spring B session immediately prior to their Costa Rican exploration.
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Activities, including entry fees to museums & tours
Important Dates
September 16th: Registration open to all 2025-2026 grads
September 19th: Registration open to all students
November 26th: Deadline to register for a trip
