2008 Belize Slideshow

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Belize Semester Abroad

Program in Sustainable DevelopmentSpring Semester, 2009


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Belize

Formerly BritishHonduras, Belize is theonly English-speakingcountry in Central

America.

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

Guatemala. Our partner, Galen

University, is in SanIgnacio, on the western

border.


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Why Belize?

Ideal location to studysustainabledevelopment

Biologically andecologically diverse

93% of land underforest cover

40% of land under legalprotection


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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 Diverse

population

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:

2. Applications of

Sustainable Development(Service Learning)

4 credits

Prof. Jay Ashman


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2008 projects

EnvironmentalEducation

Recycling Community

Agriculture


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Traditionalmedicine

Communityeducation onHIV/AIDS,domesticabuse, andenvironment


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2009 Prospective Partner:Friends for Conservation and Development

FCD MAIN OBJECTIVES

foster environmental conservationaction

promote civic pride and respect forour natural heritage

promote an understanding of thenatural world

improve management of protectedareas

develop the human potential

through conservation work integrate local community

participation

develop collaborative networking


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2. SustainableDevelopment course

Galen University faculty

Choose from: Principles of SustainableDevelopment

introductory level

Development: An

Indigenous Perspective


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3. Maximizing Your

Belize Experience 2 credits

Begins in fall withpre-departuremeetings andcontinues inspring semesterin Belize

Prof. MegAshman


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Other UVM courses CDAE 157

Consumer Law &Policy

Jay Ashman

CDAE 120

Strategic Writing forPublic

Communication

Meg Ashman


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Choose among Galen University courses cross-listed asUVM courses:

1. Adventure and Eco-Tourism

2. Development: An Indigenous Perspective

3. Social Problems in a Developing Country

4. Maya Culture and Archaeology of Belize

5. Creole Cultures of Belize

6. Research/Writing/Project Management

7. Environmental/Ecological Economics

8. Small Business Venture

9. Sustainable Tourism

10.Ecology of a Tropical Forest

11.Belize History and Culture

12.Modern Latin America

13.Tourism Planning and Development


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Minor in Community and InternationalDevelopment (CID)

With the proper selection of courses, aUVM student can complete up to four of

the five courses needed for a CDAE minorin CID while in Belize


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Weekend Field Trips

Programme for Belize

La Milpa Field Station


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South Water Caye


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Course-Related Field Trips

ATM Caves Caracol


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Other opportunities:Athletics


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La Ruta Maya

Galen Gladiators Start of Race


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Volunteering


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Clubs


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Community involvement


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Marthas Guest House


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Guest House Sitting Area


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Guest House Kitchen


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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

$5,500 Includes

Housing and 5 breakfasts per week

Meal allowance ($60/week)

UVM field trips Bus transportation between San Ignacio and Galen

University

Use of personal cell phone


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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

Additional weekendtrips not planned incourse itinerary


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Application Process

1. Application Complete and return to Jay Ashman by Sept. 19

2. Interview

Will be conducted upon receipt of application3. 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 Class

Major and minor Recommendations

Academic performance

Community service

Our perception of your commitment to

maximizing the benefitsof this experience,

personally and forothers

intangibles such asyour flexibility, sense ofadventure, ability to roll

with the punches, etc.


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Questions?

Documents

2008 Belize Slideshow