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Colonial Legacy and Binational Relationships

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

Saturday, December 12 - Saturday, December 19, 2026
Cost: $2200

This program will provide participants with an opportunity to explore the historical and present day Haiti-Dominican relationships and how community and non-profit organizations, including the Jesuits in the area, are adding to the conversation. We will be partnering with the Caribbean Social Immersion Program and Centro Montalvo, a social and educational center of the Society of Jesus in the Dominican Republic, with the support of Jesuit organizations in Cuba, Haiti, Guyana, Colombia and Perú. Centro Montalvo is dedicated to implementing programs of accompaniment and social training, as well as research, communication and advocacy in the Dominican Republic.

Commitment Expectations:
All participants are required to attend mandatory formation meetings before departure to prepare spiritually, intellectually, and culturally for this transformative experience.

  • Formation Meeting 1 | What is an Immersion?
    Tuesday | Nov 3 | 5:45 - 7:15 PM
  • Formation Meeting 2 | Spirituality
    Tuesday | Nov 10 | 5:45 - 7:15 PM
  • International Pre-Departure Meeting
    Thursday | Nov 12 | 5:45 - 6:30 PM
  • Formation Meeting 3 | Immersion Retreat | Community
    Saturday | Nov 14 | 9 AM - 4 PM (all-day retreat)
  • Formation Meeting 4 | Simplicity
    Tuesday | Nov 17 | 5:45 - 7:15 PM
  • Formation Meeting 5 | Social Justice
    Tuesday | Dec 1  | 5:45 - 7:15 PM
  • Welcome Back Meeting
    Tuesday | Jan 12 | 5:45 - 7:15 PM 

International Travel:
This program includes traveling abroad; you will need a valid passport and may need vaccinations to participate. Passports should have at least six months of validity when traveling internationally. Please review the current university advice regarding global engagement. 

Application Process:

  • September 1 | Application Open Date
  • October 12 | Application Deadline
  • October 19 | Student Notification (for interview/waitlist)
  • October 19-29 | 1-1 Meeting with Students
  • October 30 | Student Commitment Due Date
APPLY HERE by October 12 for Winter Break Immersions