Joyner said he is in the midst of planning a second mission to Cuba in the fall. The participants of the program said the experience offered them firsthand experience of what is going on in Cuba.
“It’s important for us to partner with your education system, providing opportunities for student and faculty exchanges,” James-Hammond said. “The more knowledge we have about Cuba, the more we can build relationships. It is better when we personally try to understand each other rather than relying solely on the media or what we hear about Cuba.”
Jarvis Christian’s Newman added, “This venture was truly a learning experience. It brought to light the impact of the trade embargo on the Cuban culture and lives of the Cuban people.” Shaw’s Dubroy said, “One of Shaw University’s goals is to strengthen the collegiate journey by exposing our students to the positive aspects of multi-cultural experiences. Partnering with countries like Cuba in a global exchange program will heighten the authenticity of our academic programs.”
HBCU participants interested in traveling will have to pay their own round-trip airfare from Miami International Airport. Once in Havana, Joyner and Cuban experts lead the administrators and educators in a series of interactive discussions and tours.
(For more information about participating in the mission, email the Tom Joyner Foundation, tjf@tomjoynerfoundation.org, 972-789-1058.)
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