Delta Soror Raynesha Rogers to study in Kenya

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Raynesha Rogers, a student at Indiana University Purdue University of Indianapolis in the School of Physical Education has been selected to study abroad in Iten, Kenya from July 3 through July 26.

Rogers, currently in her junior year at IUPUI-Indianapolis studying occupational therapy/exercise science, was chosen from among many applicants in the department to receive this unique opportunity.

She graduated from Elmhurst High School with the class of 2006.

While in Kenya, Rogers will be attending the High Altitude Training Center (HATC) to assist in the development of a successful business model for the operation of the HATC as a sports tourism destination and center for the promotion of health and physical activity for the African region. Through this experience, Rogers will gain credited experience for her field of study as well as expand her knowledge of international service to aid the residents of third world countries.

The projected cost of the trip is $5,000 and must be raised by the student chosen to participate in the program. The funds will be used for transportation, accommodations, vaccinations, VISA fees, travel insurance and other incidentals associated with traveling abroad.

In addition to studying for her degree in Occupational Therapy/Exercise Science, Ms. Rogers is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.–Chi City-Wide and serves as the chapter’s financial secretary. She is also the publicity chairperson for the National Society of Black Engineers IUPUI Chapter, and a community health assistant for the Center for Service & Learning in Indianapolis.

She is the daughter of Diane Rogers, a 21-year veteran of the Fort Wayne Police Department and founder and artistic director of the renowned Omotayo-Rite of Passage dance troupe.

For more information on how to offer support for her trip, contact Raynesha Rogers at (260) 418- 0825; or write the Fort Wayne Police Department 1320 E. Creighton Ave., Diane Rogers c/o Raynesha Rogers, Fort Wayne, IN 46803; or call Diane Rogers at (260) 418- 0825 or e-mail her at omotayorite@yahoo.com.

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