Teacher-Led Trips in the United States
Rustic Pathways has been operating programs in the United States since 2006. Through our school group travel programs, students explore the idea of home in a variety of contexts. Some work with refugee children who are adapting to a new home, others support rebuilding efforts in communities like New Orleans, and some connect with the natural beauty of national parks. International students gain new perspectives on the United States, while American students often come to understand their home country in a deeper way.
The United States is as beautiful and diverse as any country in the world. Explore the last frontier of Alaska or California’s vast national parks. Experience the vibrant energy and sounds of New Orleans or the history and complexity of the nation’s capitol in Washington, D.C. Whatever you choose, our programs in the states will challenge and surprise even the most experienced traveler. – Kate Lubina, United States Country Director
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A native of Southern California, Kate is at home near the ocean with her feet in the water. She graduated from the University of Southern California with a bachelor’s degree in biological sciences and a master of science in global medicine. Kate gained a passion for community health and Latin American culture while spending a semester in Nicaragua. Kate used this background on our Life in the Bateyes and Public Health programs in the Dominican Republic before becoming director of our United States operations.