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The Elaine Marieb College of Nursing, in collaboration with the UMass Office of Global Affairs, has announced a new faculty‑led study abroad program, Food, Culture and Health in Athens, for undergraduate students during Winter Session 2027 (Jan. 5–Jan. 23, 2027).

• Learn more and apply by Sept. 21, 2026.

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UMass Nursing students enrolled in the three‑week program will take "Topics in Cross Cultural Health Care," a four-credit course taught by Clinical Associate Professor Ann Becker, RN, DNP, PHNL. The program combines classroom instruction with immersive, experiential learning that explores connections among food, culture, health, and sustainability through the Mediterranean lifestyle.

Attend an info session

• 9/2 [VIRTUAL] 2PM - Join via Zoom

• 9/9 [IN-PERSON] 3PM - SPHHS Hub 213

• 9/14 [IN-PERSON] 12PM - SPHHS Hub 340