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Up with People: UWP Global Education Program

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Up with People is a global education and arts organization whose goal is to bridge cultural barriers and create global understanding through service and music. Our program offers a unique, unparalleled experience for its international students through the unique mix of program components: 
Multi-continent international travel
Community service-learning
Cultural immersion
Performing arts
Experiential and workshop-based education focused on leadership, communication, global awareness and personal development.
Students from all parts of the world are invited to travel abroad with UWP for one or two semesters. Each international tour embarks with nearly 100 participants ages 18 – 29 from more than 15 countries. With a diverse student group like this, no matter where in the world the tour goes, students are having an international experience! Travel with a Purpose. Perform for Thousands. Impact local Communities

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Up with People

Up with People aims to encourage people to action in meeting the needs of their communities, countries and the world, while building bridges of understanding as a foundation for world peace. Through travel and cultural immersion, Up with People has provided students with an international educatio...

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