Study Abroad in Belize Spring Semester, 2007. Why Belize? Tropical paradise –Tropical forests...

Study Abroad in BelizeSpring Semester, 2007

Why Belize?• Tropical paradise

– Tropical forests• Abundant wildlife

– Pristine rivers

– 300 miles of Caribbean coastline– Second longest continuous barrier reef in

world– Many small islands (cayes) and atolls

• Rich culture– Diverse population

• Maya, Creole, European, Garifuna, Mestizo, East Indian, Chinese and Mennonite

– Ancient Maya temples and

sacred caves

• Adventure and activity– Snorkeling and

diving– Kayaking

– River rafting– Cave exploration

What is this study-abroad program?

• Collaboration between UVM and Galen University in Belize

• Theme: Sustainable Development

• Academic courses with emphasis on project-based/service learning

Features

• Small classes

taught in English• UVM and Galen

faculty• UVM and Belizean

students in classes• Field trips

Curriculum

• Courses taught by UVM faculty– CDAE courses

• 127: Consumers, Markets & Public Policy• 195: Strategic Writing for Public Communication

– ENVS course• TBA

– Project-based learning course

• Galen courses related to CDAE and ENVS:– Business and Professional Communication– Sustainable Development– Adventure and Eco-Tourism– Environmental Problems– Ecology of a Tropical Forest

• Possible electives/distribution reqs.– Social Issues in a Developing Country– Mayan Culture & Archaeology of Belize– Survey of Latin American Prose

Who should enroll?

• Students with interest in– Public communication– Environmental studies– Community/international development– Sustainable development

Nuts & Bolts

• January 4 – April 28, 2007

• 15-16 UVM credits

• UVM tuition plus program fee

• UVM financial aid will apply*

Interested?

• Come to an informational meeting– Date TBA– Will notify CDAE and ENVS students by e-

mail

• Contact – Meg Ashman: meg.ashman@uvm.edu– Jay Ashman: jay.ashman@uvm.edu