SUSI on Civic Engagement Photo Recap!

The Study of the US Institute (SUSI) for Student Leaders on Civic Engagement included 20 undergraduates from Angola, Botswana, Mali, Mozambique, South Africa, and Zimbabwe. They visited Seattle from October 10th-20th and discussed themes such as civil rights, grassroots student activism, volunteerism, political leadership, citizen advocacy, and minority political engagement to prepare them to develop and lead projects that would benefit their home communities. Take a look at this photo recap of their program!

First thing on the agenda: picking all the SUSIs up from the airport!

Next up: Exploring UW’s campus and getting to know each other!

SUSI Participants got to visit KUOW RadioActive Youth Media. RadioActive Youth Media is where young people discover public radio journalism and gain access to the skills, community and institutional resources that spur their growth as mediamakers.

A trip to Seattle wouldn’t be complete without sightseeing!

As part of their program, SUSI’s visited the Snohomish Conservation District. Their mission is to work cooperatively with others to promote and encourage conservation and responsible use of natural resources.

SUSIs at the Hibulb Cultural Center. The Center is a place of learning and a source of civic pride for the Tulalip people and their neighboring communities.

Although their time with us was short, the SUSIs had plenty of adventures in Seattle. We hope you enjoyed reliving their program through this photo recap.

The Study of the U.S. Institutes promote a better understanding of the people, institutions, and culture of the United States among students, teachers, and scholars. Study of the U.S. Institutes (SUSI) are short-term academic programs for groups of undergraduate leaders, educators, and scholars from around the world. Learn more about the Study of the U.S. Institutes here. SUSI is a program of the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, with funding provided by the U.S. Government, administered by Meridian International Center and FIUTS.