Universiy of the Pacific
Faculty-led Study Abroad Program
Change, Equity and Diversity in Social Systems in Ireland
July 22-31, 2025
Application Deadline: March 19, 2025
Program Summary
This immersive 10-day Ireland and Northern Ireland program immerses students in a rich blend of historical, cultural, and social experiences across Dublin and Belfast. Highlights include a tour of Trinity College, visits to Kilmainham Gaol and 14 Henrietta Street, and an exploration of the Giant’s Causeway and Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge. Through expert lectures, walking tours, and theater performances, students will engage with topics such as social justice, Irish history, and the impact of cultural and political movements, while gaining insight into contemporary issues like homelessness, LGBTQ+ advocacy, and peacebuilding.
Faculty Leader
Laura Hallberg lhallberg@pacific.edu
For more information contact, Ofelia Hernandez, Education Abroad Advisor, Ohernandez1@pacific.edu
Itinerary
Day 1 - July 22.
Orientation on health, safety and logistics
Welcome dinner with local partner
Lodging: Dublin
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 - July 23.
Dublin Food Trail
Guest lecture from University College Dublin Department of Social Justice
Gate Theater Performance
Lodging: Dublin
Meals: Lunch
Day 3 - July 24.
Tour of Trinity College Campus
Guest lecture from Trinity College Peace Studies
Lodging: Dublin
Meals: N/A
Day 4 - July 25.
Business visit: Secret Street Tours
Guest lecture with Dublin City College Social Sciences and Cultural Innovation
Lodging: Dublin
Meals: N/A
Day 5 - July 26.
Visit to 14 Henrietta Street and learn about the changing urban landscape in Dublin
Tour of Abbey Theater, renowned for promoting Irish playwrights and artists, and Performance
Lodging: Dublin
Meals: N/A
Day 6 - July 27.
Visit to Kilmainham Gaol, and learn about its significant role in Irish history
Free time to discover Dublin
Lodging: Dublin
Meals: N/A
Day 7 - July 28.
Visit and meeting with the Yard Social Enterprise
Visit to Outhouse LGBTQ+ Centre and conversation with staff
Lodging: Dublin
Meals: N/A
Day 8 - July 29.
Walking Tour of Belfast
Black Taxi tour of Peace Walls to discover the famous and controversial murals and with local guides
Lodging: Belfast
Meals: N/A
Day 9 - July 30.
Visit to Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge
Visit to the ruins of Dunluce Castle
Visit to the unique geological formations of the Giant’s Causeway
Farewell dinner
Lodging: Dublin
Meals: Lunch | Dinner
Day 10 - July 31.
Departure
Lodging: N/A
Meals: N/A
Additional Details
Cost
$4,030
Includes:
International airfare
Ground transportation as listed in the itinerary
All accommodation in private guesthouses in double or triple occupancy.
Meals as listed in the itinerary including one non-alcoholic beverage per meal.
Activities as described in the itinerary including entrance fees
Guide and coordinator with the group the entire program, and available 24 hours for emergencies
Carbon offset for air travel
24-hour emergency support
Excludes:
Travel medical, evacuation and repatriation insurance (required)
Travel insurance with trip cancellation and interruption coverage (recommended)
Activities and meals not described in itinerary
Group Size:
14-16 students, 1 faculty leader
We recommend all participants to purchase travel insurance with cancellation coverage.
