MARYKNOLL INSTITUTE OF AFRICAN STUDIES
OF SAINT MARY'S UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA
AND TANGAZA COLLEGE, NAIROBI
2009/2010
ADDENDUM I
INDEX
CHECKLIST
Before closing your suitcase, you might check to see if
you have included the following items:
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______ shirts/blouses |
______ handkerchiefs |
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______ camera & film supply |
______ umbrella |
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______ underwear |
______ hat for sun |
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______ toilet articles |
______ suit/sport coat |
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______ trousers/slacks/skirts |
______ insect repellant |
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______ stationary, notebooks, diary |
______ recommended textbooks (cf. Section V of
students handbook) |
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______ warm sweaters |
______ bandages |
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______ sewing kit, scissors |
______ cold remedy, aspirin etc. |
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______ lined windbreaker or jacket |
______ shoulder bag for field trips |
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______ flashlight |
______ extra passport photos |
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______ socks |
______ cassette tape recorder/tapes |
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______ thongs for shower |
______ International driver's license |
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______ walking shoes |
______ warm knee socks for women |
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______ medication & prescriptions |
______ New Testament |
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______ dress shoes |
______ ticket and passport |
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______ sun glasses (dark) |
______ travelers checks |
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______ fall-weight skirts/dresses |
______ laptop computer (recommended)
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______ pouch to wear around the neck for
passport/money |
Above all: don't forget your
passport, airline ticket, money!
Remember that the electrical current is different in
Africa than in the U.S. The current is 240 volts 50 hz. (same as
continental Europe). You will, therefore, need plug adaptors and a
transformer for most U.S. electrical appliances (e.g., hair dryers,
electric razor, iron, etc.). If possible it is best to forego such
equipment since it is quite heavy in your luggage.
Those who have contact lenses may find it wise to also
bring along a pair of regular eyeglasses; some have found the dust an
irritant in areas outside of the city and preferred to wear eyeglasses at
those times. Those with glasses may want to bring an extra pair and a copy
of their prescription.
Nairobi is situated on a plateau 5,200 feet above sea level. While
extraordinary physical rigors are not demanded, living conditions demand
good physical health. The weather for most of the program is mild 45 - 80
degrees Fahrenheit, combining intense tropical sunshine with rain,
dampness and overcast skies. Furthermore, Kenya is in a malarial area and
there is some slight risk of becoming infected on travel outside of the
city of Nairobi, if one does not take proper precautions.
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