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Belize Semester Abroad
Program in Sustainable DevelopmentSpring Semester, 2012
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2012 Program HighlightsAll courses are field-based
All courses are problem-basedIncreased emphasis on service-learning
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Belize
Only English-speakingcountry in Central
America
Unique combination ofCaribbean and LatinAmerican geographyand culture
Geographic area thesame asMassachusetts
the population ofVermont
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Why Belize?
Ideal location tostudy sustainable
development
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Ecological diversity
Last intact tropicalforest north of theA
mazonLongest barrier
reef in the westernhemisphere
UNESCO WorldHeritage Site
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Biological diversity
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CockscombWildlife
Reserve
Worlds only jaguar
preserve
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Largest cave system
in the WesternHemisphere--manysacred to the Maya
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Community co-managementUnique approach to managing
protected areas
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Pioneer in Ecotourism
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Development Pressures
Finally, Paradiseis for Sale
Caye Chapel marketing materials
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Mass (Cruise Ship) Tourism
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Solid Waste Management
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Belizes CulturalDiversity
Seven majorethnic groups
MestizoCreole
Garifuna
Maya
East Indian
Mennonite
Chinese
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Five courses: 18 credits
Development and IndigenousPeoples
Rivers to Reefs: AConservation Approach toWatershed Ecology
Wildlife Conservation andCommunities: Issues and
Approaches
Applications of SustainableDevelopment (Service Learning) (6 credits)
Intercultural Competence
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Weeks 1 and 2: DiscoverBelize unpluggedMacal River Camp
Orientation and introductory classes
Begin Rivers to Reefs and Intercultural Competence
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Laguna VillageDevelopment and Indigenous Peoples: The Maya
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Hopkins VillageDevelopment and Indigenous Peoples: The Garifuna
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Cockscomb Basin Wildlife SanctuaryRivers to Reefs
Wildlife Conservation and Communities
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IZE Marine Biology Station and LodgeSouth Water Caye
Rivers to Reefs
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Weeks 3-12: Settle in, Study, & ServeSan Ignacio Town
Complete coursework forDevelopment and Indigenous Peoples,
Rivers to Reefs, and Wildlife Conservation and Communities
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Applications of Sustainable Development: Part I(Service Learning)
2012 Project Partners: St. Barnabas School
environmental education
Faith Nazarene School
nutrition and gardening
Barzakh Falah
planning and building asustainable community forabandoned or abusedchildren
Mary Open Doors
providing support for abattered womens shelter
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Weeks 13 and 14: Get Dirt on Your Handsand Sand on YourFeet
Caye Caulker
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Applications of Sustainable DevelopmentPart II
Our project partner isOcean Academy, a non-profit community highschool
Projects include: mangrove restoration
developing a system forrecycling plastic bottles
Shop Green reusableshopping bag program
composting for the schoolgarden
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Minor in
Community & International Development
(CID)
Complete three of five courses needed fora minor
Need only take CDAE 061 and CDAE 002on campus
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CID/PCOM Majors
CID Major: Receive credit for
CDAE 102; and
five of choose 7 restricted electives
PCOMMajor: Receive credit for
CDAE 102; and
two of choose 5+ restricted electives(depending on nature of service learningprojects)
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Financial Details
TuitionPay tuition to UVM (instate/out-of-state)
Program Fee
A
pproximately $5,800 Includes
All lodging
Meals or meal allowance in all locations
All program-related in-country transportation and admissions
Service learning project expenses
Use of personal cell phone provided by program
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Financial Aid
UVM financial aid applies
Additional aid available
1. Belize Programfinancial aid
need-based up to$1000
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 course
itinerary
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Program Dates
Saturday, Jan. 14
Students are met atthe Belize Intl.
Airport and
transported to theMacal River Camp
Saturday, Apr. 21
Students are
transported fromCaye Caulker to theBelize Intl. Airport
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Key Points
UVM financialaid applies
Additionalscholarships
available All courses in
English
UVM courses so
no transfercredit issues
CID minor
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Information Sessions
Wed., Apr. 13, 2011
5 p.m.U-Heights North
Multipurpose Room
Tue., Apr. 19, 2011
6:30 p.m.Room 413Davis Center
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Application Process
1. Application
Complete and return to Jay Ashman no later thanFriday, April 29, 2011 for consideration during
spring recruitment period2. 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 to
maximizing the benefits ofthis experience, personallyand for others
intangibles (yourflexibility, sense ofadventure, and ability toroll with the punches)
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For more information:[email protected]
learn.uvm.edu/travel/belize