I am a first year college student from California. I am pretty sure I want to finish out this year here and then move to Ghana to finish my schooling at the Universtiy of Ghana. My reasoning is that I feel the need to explore, I have grown up in a bubble of ignorance and I want to see new things. I want to get out of America. Africa has always been in my heart, because my sisters are from and are moving back to Africa, and I have always felt a strong connection to the continent. I want to make some kind of difference, and I am also hoping to join the Peace Corps after college. I guess my question is: Is Ghana the place for me, and what huge culture shocks would I encounter? Also, is the University of Ghana a challenging and exciting academic institution?
2006-12-12 13:37:03 · 3 answers · asked by remz86 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
I will recommend Ghana highly.Go with a non jugdemental attitude and you will enjoy it. Depending on how you live,it can feel like new york or live africa.register with a voluntary organisation and yopu can help make a difference.University of Ghana is a good uni,you will be among at least 500 other foreigners (non african in the instituition.)Good luck
2006-12-14 00:36:37 · answer #1 · answered by ama a 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The U of G is a well renowed academic institution, yes, culture shock will be there, get ready for powercuts, mosquito bites but I guess this is all part of the challenge.
You will have fun.
2006-12-15 03:21:33 · answer #2 · answered by Intellithug 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go, I'm sure it will be a rewarding experience.
2006-12-12 13:39:00 · answer #3 · answered by newyorkgal71 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋