June 20, 2023
Daheia Barr-Anderson, PhD, associate professor in the School of Kinesiology and director of the Behavioral Physical Activity Laboratory (BPAL), lead the study abroad program Empowering Youth through Sport in Kenya. The course focused on the importance of sports within Kenyan culture, along with the long-term opportunities and empowerment that physical activity provides for youth. Students were able to connect with locals and community organizations in Nairobi, the coast of Mombasa, and the rural town of Iten.
To learn more about the students’ experiences, visit their learning abroad blog.
