Nepal: Social Development and Sustainable Living

Clayton Walton
Clayton WaltonInstructor
Clayton L. Walton has spent the last 19 years designing student development initiatives that challenge participants to intentionally engage their college experience. As the Executive Director of Globally Engaged Experiential Learning and Assistant Professor in the School of Public Affairs and Administration, Clayton promotes a holistic student development philosophy that informs the design and implementation of his coursework, study away programs and co-curricular initiatives.

This 3-credit Nepal travel course allows students to critically examine the inner workings of a unique group of urban public organizations striving for social change. Participants have an opportunity to engage non-profit leaders, stakeholders, and members of the communities they serve. One of the primary goals of this initiative is to explore various forms of grassroots community leadership within Nepal with the intent of understanding how communities can effectively create programs that address their needs.

Location

Kathmandu, Nepal

Travel Dates

December 17 – 30, 2025 (tentative dates)

Who Can Participate

  • Rutgers undergraduate students who have:
    • completed 12+ credits
    • related coursework
    • approval from the faculty director as well as their advisor
  • Rutgers graduate students

Related Areas of Study

  • Sustainable Development
  • Social Entrepreneurship
  • Social Work
  • Outdoor Expedition

Important Note: This is not a complete list. We value diverse perspectives in our programs and encourage students from all majors and professions for participate. All program applicants are encouraged to meet with their academic advisor to determine if and how this course may be applied towards their program requirements and degree completion.

Course Code

Students self-register in Webreg and choose the following courses:

  • TBD (3 credits)
    • This course is being offered through the Department of Social Work.

Travel and Visa Information

Passport: All program participants are required to have a valid passport, which must be valid for at least six months beyond the program’s end date.

Visa: US Citizens must obtain a tourist visa before traveling to Nepal.

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