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Study Abroad in Belize Spring Semester, 2007

Study Abroad in Belize Spring 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

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Study Abroad in Belize Spring Semester, 2007

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  1. Study Abroad in Belize Spring Semester, 2007

  2. Why Belize? • Tropical paradise • Tropical forests • Abundant wildlife • Pristine rivers

  3. 300 miles of Caribbean coastline • Second longest continuous barrier reef in world • Many small islands (cayes) and atolls

  4. Rich culture • Diverse population • Maya, Creole, European, Garifuna, Mestizo, East Indian, Chinese and Mennonite

  5. Ancient Maya temples and sacred caves

  6. Adventure and activity • Snorkeling and diving • Kayaking

  7. River rafting • Cave exploration

  8. 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

  9. Features • Small classes taught in English • UVM and Galen faculty • UVM and Belizean students in classes • Field trips

  10. 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

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

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

  13. Who should enroll? • Students with interest in • Public communication • Environmental studies • Community/international development • Sustainable development

  14. Nuts & Bolts • January 4 – April 28, 2007 • 15-16 UVM credits • UVM tuition plus program fee • UVM financial aid will apply*

  15. 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

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