McNair Academic HS student Will Be 1 of 18 High Schoolers Nationwide to Represent the United States of America in Brazil

         By attending the program, Dinu Antonescu will have the opportunity to fully immerse himself in Brazilian culture, interact with locals, and learn about the country's history, language, customs, and traditions. While in Brazil, Dinu will participate in a variety of events, workshops, and activities, aimed at fostering global understanding and connections amongst young people from different countries. Throughout the course of the program, Dinu will participate in community service projects with local organizations and perform volunteer work that solve social issues or promote the development of the locations he visits. He will receive training in teamwork, cross cultural communication, public speaking, and other skills that will enhance his capacity to be a productive leader and global citizen. Dinu will present a project to the US Embassy at the conclusion of the program, which he will put into effect for nine months upon his return to Jersey City in order to help the community