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Pioneer Trek
Pioneer Trek is a program designed to curate experiential opportunities linked to three areas of travel, learning, and service:
Local, domestic, and international travel linked to mission focused work and service.
Local, domestic, and/or international travel linked to vocational preparation and service.
International study abroad travel linked to enriching learning experiences at other CCCU and Church of the Nazarene affiliated locations.
The curation of these opportunities provides students with a robust menu of experiences designed to lead to transformation through travel and interactions with the diverse world around us. Pioneer Trek represents a piece of the Nazarene role in the global Church, connecting people and opportunities, offering a stronger connection between Sunday and the work week, and helps us meet the Great Commission.
Goal
Every student will receive an opportunity to participate in experiential learning for spiritual and/or academic enrichment through the Pioneer Trek program.
Short-Term and Semester Study Abroad
The experiences of a semester of study and travel overseas provide an essential dimension of a liberal arts education that can be obtained in no other way. Summer programs and study abroad semesters provide special opportunities to focus on business, education, humanities, intercultural studies, religion, psychology, sociology, science, mathematics, theatre, music, art and other disciplines. Upon graduation, many students conclude that participation in an international program was the single most significant experience of their undergraduate years. Study abroad programs are offered through third party partnerships and some through MNU professors. As a member of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU), a number of off-campus learning opportunities are available through this consortium. While institutional aid is not eligible for study abroad tuition costs our Financial Aid and Bursar’s offices can walk students through the financial responsibilities of a study abroad semester. Most opportunities offered through MNU’s partnerships are eligible for federal financial aid and other grant programs.
More information on study abroad and CCCU programs is available through MNU’s Registrar’s Office.
Trips & Projects
SPIRITUAL FORMATION
MidAmerica Nazarene University
Weatherby Chapel
2030 East College Way
Olathe, KS 66062-1899
Office Hours
Mon. – Fri. 8:00am – 5:00pm
- 913-971-3651
- Spiritual Life Office
July 11-26, 2023
Czech republic
Addison Lucchi, MNU Instructional Librarian, led this trip. Addison’s brother helps people in the Czech area learn English. In the Czech Republic, the participants helped teach English and artistic skills to Czech high school students in a weeklong educational experience. The team members also participate in storytelling-based Bible studies as a form of ministry, building relationships with Czech students while working alongside missionaries and Czech believers.
May 2025 - Exact dates TBD
MNU Bible Land Journey
This trip is being rescheduled to May 2025. Join MidAmerica Nazarene University’s, Dr. Randy Cloud, Dr. James Edlin, Dr. Dean Flemming, and MNU Bible Professors Emeriti, and Guest Lecturers, on a Holy Land tour. Visit the Sea of Galilee, Capernaum, Bethsaida, the Mount of Beatitudes, Tabgha, Chapel of the Primacy, Nazareth, Mount Tabor, Qasr El Yehud, Jericho, Bethlehem, Shepherds’ Field, Church of the Nativity, Mount of Olives, the Garden of Gethsemane, Jerusalem, House of the High Priest Caiaphas, Upper Room, the Western Wall, pass through Lion’s Gate, and much more.
Dr. Randy Cloud
rrcloud@mnu.edu
March 10-18, 2023
New York City
Urban Plunge
Students will explore the rich multiethnic, multiracial, multicultural, and intergenerational ministry opportunities in America’s largest city. In addition, our trip seeks to help our participants experience the abundant historic locations and artistic endeavors available. Emphasis will be placed upon exposing our students to the rich diversity that a trip to the city has to offer.
Dr. Ron Jackson
rrjackson@mnu.edu