information session may 4, 2006 belize semester abroad in sustainable development
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Information SessionMay 4, 2006
Belize Semester Abroad
in Sustainable Development
Agenda
• San Ignacio/Galen University
• Curriculum
• Field Trips
• Housing and Food
• Financial Details
• Application Process
• Questions
Curriculum
• Courses all students will take– Project-based learning course
• Co-taught by J. Ashman and Galen U. faculty
– Sustainable Development• Principles (introductory level); or• Applications (upper level)
• UVM courses being offered– CDAE 127: Consumers, Markets & Public
Policy– CDAE 195: Strategic Writing for Public
Communication– Intensive two-week course (ENVS or CDAE)– Communicating About Conservation
• 1-credit field course (required)• 2 additional credits optional
• Possible Galen University courses– Business and Professional Communication– Adventure and Eco-Tourism– Environmental Problems– Ecology of a Tropical Forest– Social Problems in a Developing Country– Mayan Culture and Archaeology of Belize
Multi-Day Field Trips
• South Water Caye
• Programme for Belize
Financial DetailsProgram Fee
Tuition• In-state/out-of-state tuition
Additional Expenses• Airfare • Personal expenses • Any additional weekend trips not planned in course itinerary
Financial Aid• UVM financial aid applies• Additional aid may be available based on need
Application/Selection Process
• Pre-application form– Return by May 12
• Formal application – Sent to students by end of June– Deadline for filing in early September– Selection on “rolling” basis
• Criteria for selection