Religion and Politics in El Salvador
EL SALVADOR
Friday, March 20 - Thursday, March 26, 2026
Cost: $1500
In partnership with CRISPAZ (Christians for Peace in El Salvador), this immersion invites you to explore the complex relationship between religion and politics in a country shaped by faith, struggle, and resilience. Through dialogue with community leaders, faith-based organizations, and Salvadoran families, you will learn how spirituality has fueled movements for justice and peace amid political conflict and social change. This experience challenges participants to consider how their own faith and values can inform responsible civic engagement and a deeper commitment to justice in their communities and beyond.
Commitment Expectations:
All participants are required to attend mandatory formation meetings before departure to prepare spiritually, intellectually, and culturally for this transformative experience. Dates are subject to change based on participant enrollment in the Poli Sci 139 course.
- Tuesday | Feb 17 | 5:45 - 7:15 PM
- Thursday | Feb 19 | 5:45 - 6:30 PM (Virtual International Orientation)
- Tuesday | Feb 24 | 5:45 - 7:15 PM
- Saturday | Feb 28 | 9 AM - 4 PM (all-day retreat)
- Tuesday | Mar 3 | 5:45 - 7:15 PM
- Tuesday | Mar 10 | 5:45 - 7:15 PM
- Tuesday | Mar 31 | 5:45 - 7:15 PM (Welcome back meeting)
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. There is an additional $12 fee tourist Card Fee upon arrival to El Salvador.
Application Process:
- December 7 | Priority Deadline for Poli Sci 139 students
- December 12 | Priority Student Notification (for interview/waitlist) for Poli Sci 139
- January 8 | Application Deadline
- January 12 | Student Notification (for interview/waitlist)
- January 12-22 | Interview Process: