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Belize Semester Abroad

Program in Sustainable Development

Spring Semester, 2011


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Belize

Formerly BritishHonduras, Belize is theonly English-speaking

country in CentralAmerica.

It is located on theCaribbean Sea, south ofMexico and east of

Guatemala. Our partner, Galen

University, is in SanIgnacio, on the westernborder.


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Why Belize?

Ideal location to studysustainabledevelopment

Biologically andecologically diverse

93% of land underforest cover

40% of land under legal

protection


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Wide variety of species


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300 miles ofCaribbeancoastline

Second longestcontinuousbarrier reef inworld


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Rich culture

Diversepopulation

Mestizo Creole

Garifuna

Maya

East Indian

Mennonite

Chinese


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Ancient Mayatemples andsacred caves


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Community co-management


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Development pressures


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Reliance on export commodities


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Galen University

Galen Universitysmission

a unique focus on

sustainabledevelopmentthroughout its courses,programs, andservice


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Diverse student body


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small classes


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Galen University Library


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Library deck


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Lobby


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Computer lab


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Downtown San Ignacio


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San Ignacios Church Street


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Fast food in San Ignacio


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Farmers market in San Ignacio


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Curriculum (18 Credits)

Required courses for

UVM students:

1. Applications of

Sustainable Development(Service Learning)

4 credits


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2010 projects (atschools)

Environmental

Education Computer Literacy

Nutrition andGardening


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Other projects

Orphanage

Battered

womensshelter

Football forLife

Shop Green


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2. Maximizing YourBelize Experience

2 credits

Begins in fall withpre-departuremeetings andcontinues in

spring semesterin Belize


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Choose among Galen University courses cross-listed asUVM courses (not all may be taught spring 2011):

1. Adventure and Eco-Tourism2. Development: An Indigenous Perspective

3. Social Problems in a Developing Country

4. Maya Culture and Archaeology ofBelize

5. Creole Cultures ofBelize6. Research/Writing/Project Management

7. Environmental/Ecological Economics

8. Sustainable Tourism

9. Ecology of a Tropical Forest

10.Tourism Planning and Development


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Minor in Community and International

Development (CID)

With the proper selection of courses, aUVM student can complete up to four ofthe five courses needed for a CDAE minorin CID while in Belize


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Weekend Field Trips

Joint UVM-Galen Trip to SouthernB

elize


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SouthWater Caye


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Service field trip to Caye Caulker


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Course-Related Field Trips

Night Tour of Belize Zoo Caracol


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Other opportunities:Athletics


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La Ruta Maya

Galen Gators Start of Race in San Ignacio


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Volunteering


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Clubs


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Community Involvement


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Housing: Marthas Inn


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Common room at the Inn


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Bedroom at the Inn


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Breakfast at Marthas Restaurant


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Financial Details

Tuition

Pay tuition to UVM (instate/out-of-state)

Program Fee

$5,800 (approx.)

Includes

Housing and 5 breakfasts per week

Meal allowance ($60/week)

UVM field trips (transportation, meals, admissions)

Course-related field trips Service learning project expenses

Bus transportation between San Ignacio and Galen

Use of personal cell phone

Weekly group dinner


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Financial Aid

UVM financial aid applies

Additional aid available

1. Belize Programfinancial aid

need-based up to$1,000

2. Service-learningTeaching Assistant

$500


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Additional Expenses

Airfare ($500-$1,000)

Personal expenses(e.g., souvenirs, gifts)

Personal travel notplanned in courseitinerary


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Application Process

1. Application

Complete and return to Jay Ashman no later thanApril 30

2. Interview Will be conducted upon receipt of application

3. Admission

Notice will be sent out following interview

4. Deposit

Non-refundable $500 due with acceptance of offerof admission


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Selection Criteria Year and Major

Recommendations

Academic performance

Community service

Our perception of

your commitment tomaximizing thebenefits of thisexperience, personallyand for others

intangibles (yourflexibility, sense ofadventure, ability toroll with the punches,willingness to conform

to program policies)


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