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Lakota Indian Reservation Nursing (Outgoing Program)

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  • Locations: La Plant, South Dakota, United States;
  • Program Terms: Fall
  • This program is currently not accepting applications.
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There are currently no active application cycles for this program.
Program Description:
Sacred Heart University has partnered with Simply Smiles, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing "bright futures for impoverished children, their families, and their communities". Simply Smiles was invited by the Lakota people living in La Plant to have a year-round presence in their town. To be with them in the depth of the winter and in the height of the summer. To be true partners on a mission to make sure every child is able to have the bright futures they deserve.The Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe (CRST) Reservation in South Dakota is an autonomous nation within the borders of the United States. It is home to four bands of Lakota Indians. During your time spent on the Reservation, you will have the privilege of being welcomed into this beautiful but tragically impoverished setting on the Northern Great Plains - and you'll have the opportunity to help make life here better. 
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Program The Lakota Tribe Program is open to MSN students in the Nurse Educator Track, Clinical Nurse Leader Students who are in one of their capstone courses, and DNP Students. Students will participate in developing school-based clinic and community for the Reservation's residents. Students will also work on community projects which may include community meals, gardening, and various other development work. Nursing students will receive an announcement regarding clinical hours upon acceptance. 

On the Cheyenne River Reservation, you will have the unique opportunity to learn about and experience the beautiful Lakota culture first hand. You might have the chance to listen to a Lakota drumming ceremony, meet artisans who craft stunning jewelry and dream catchers, hear stories that have been passed down for generations, or witness a powwow with traditional dancing. The stories of the Lakota people's past and present struggles will challenge your preconceptions and force you to rethink our nation's history. You'll feel honored to be invited into this special culture that for too long was forced into oblivion. And you'll be thankful to know the people who are fighting to keep it alive. 

Faculty
Linda Strong, Ed.D., RN
Linda Cook, DNP, APRN, NNP-BC, CNL
 
Accommodations Lodging is included in the program fee and will be provided at the La Plant Community Center supervised by the staff of Simply Smiles. Accommodations are comparable to camping, as the bunk house has access to outhouses and showers are available on a limited basis. Weather, temperature, and precipitation are variable, dependent on seasonal weather conditions and can range from very hot during the day and extremely cold and windy especially in October.

All meals are provided and included as part of the program fee.  All meals are prepared and provided at the LaPlant Community Center by Simply Smiles Staff and at times the faculty and students. You are responsible for your own snacks, if desired.
 
Costs Fall Semester 2019 Program Costs
The total program cost due to Sacred Heart University is $1,000 + the $815 confirmation fee, $35 emergency fund fee, and $35 application fee, totaling $1,885.

Payment Due Dates:
  • Upon acceptance- $815 CON/CHP confirmation fee (pay by credit card or bring check, payable to SHU, to Molly Higbie, Assistant Director of Global Health Programs Center for Healthcare Education N104) + $35 application fee (application fee may be paid online via credit card)
  • August 1st- $1,000 (pay by credit card or bring check, payable to SHU, to Molly Higbie, Assistant Director of Global Health Programs, Center for Healthcare Education N104), $35 emergency fund fee (pay by credit card or bring check, payable to SHU, to Molly Higbie, Assistant Director of Global Health Programs Center for Healthcare Education N104) 
PROGRAM FEE INCLUDES: Program orientation, airfare, ground transportation in S. Dakota, housing in the community center, all meals, and mandatory basic travel insurance. The program fee has also been reduced by $100 to assist with licensure costs.  

PROGRAM FEE DOES NOT INCLUDE:  Snacks, excursions, major medical insurance, cancellation insurance, and all personal expenses. 
   
Scholarships The Global Health Programs fundraising guide offers suggestions for possible scholarships and fundraising tips and ideas.  Download the guide here: CHP/CON Fundraising Guide Sept 2017.
   
Contact Molly Higbie
Assistant Director of Global Health Programs
Phone: 203-396-6578
Email: higbiem@sacredheart.edu 
Location: College of Health Professions - CHE N104
 
Location The Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe (CRST) Reservation in South Dakota is an autonomous nation within the borders of the United States. It is home to four bands of Lakota Indians. In an area of 1.45 million acres (roughly the size of Connecticut), the CRST Reservation is home to just 8,090 residents. The rolling hills, wide open skies, and sunsets are breathtaking. This landscape can offer insights into the richness and sacredness of the Lakota culture. But, often, the natural beauty stands in stark contrast to the systemic ills of poverty, unemployment, food insecurity and lack of basic shelter that plague the region.
 
Duration October 12-19, 2019
  • Day One: Depart New York Metropolitan Area 
  • Day One: Arrive in Rapid City, SD; drive to La Plant (approx 5 hours)
  • Day Two: Orientation and project work
  • Days Three - Six: Health Education/Community Workshops; community meals; clinic and school-based practice; project work
  • Day Seven: Depart La Plant
   



This program is currently not accepting applications.