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Belize Semester Abroad Program in Sustainable Development Spring Semester, 2010
Belize • Formerly British Honduras, Belize is the only English-speaking country in Central America. • It is located on the Caribbean Sea, south of Mexico and east of Guatemala. • Our partner, Galen University, is in San Ignacio, on the western border.
Why Belize? • Ideal location to study sustainable development – Biologically and ecologically diverse • 93% of land under forest cover • 40% of land under legal protection
Wide variety of species
– 300 miles of Caribbean coastline – Second longest continuous barrier reef in world
• Rich culture – Diverse population • • • • • • •
Mestizo Creole Garifuna Maya East Indian Mennonite Chinese
– Ancient Maya temples and sacred caves
Community co-management
Development pressures
Reliance on export commodities
Galen University • Galen University’s mission – “…a unique focus on sustainable development throughout its courses, programs, and service”
Diverse student body
small classes
Galen University Library
Library deck
Lobby
Computer lab
“Downtown” San Ignacio
San Ignacio’s “Church Street”
“Fast food” in San Ignacio
Farmer’s market in San Ignacio
Curriculum (18 Credits) Required courses for UVM students: 2. Applications of Sustainable Development (Service Learning) • 4 credits
• 2009 projects (at schools) – Environmental Education – Computer Literacy – Nutrition and Gardening
Other projects – Signage for national park – Solid waste management – Battered women’s shelter – Humane society – “Football for Life”
2. Sustainable Development course • Galen University faculty
– Choose from: • Principles of Sustainable Development – introductory level • Development: An Indigenous Perspective
3. Maximizing Your Belize Experience – –
2 credits Begins in fall with pre-departure meetings and continues in spring semester in Belize •
UVM faculty
Choose among Galen University courses cross-listed as UVM courses (not all may be taught spring 2010): 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
Minor in Community and International Development (CID) • With the proper selection of courses, a UVM student can complete up to four of the five courses needed for a CDAE minor in CID while in Belize
Weekend Field Trips Joint UVM-Galen Trip to Southern Belize
South Water Caye
Service field trip to Caye Caulker
Course-Related Field Trips Night Tour of Belize Zoo
Caracol
Other opportunities: Athletics
La Ruta Maya Galen Gators
Start of Race in San Ignacio
Volunteering
Clubs
Community Involvement
Housing: Martha’s Inn
Common room at the Inn
Bedroom at the Inn
Breakfast at Martha’s Restaurant
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
Financial Aid • •
UVM financial aid applies Additional aid available 1. Belize Program financial aid • need-based up to $1000 2. Service-learning Teaching Assistant • $500
Additional Expenses • Airfare ($500-$1,000) • Personal expenses (e.g., souvenirs, gifts) • Personal travel not planned in course itinerary
Application Process 1. Application –
Complete and return to Jay Ashman no later than September 21
2. 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 offer of admission
Selection Criteria • • • • • •
Class Major and minor Recommendations Academic performance Community service Our perception of – your commitment to maximizing the benefits of this experience, personally and for others – “intangibles” such as your flexibility, sense of adventure, ability to “roll with the punches,” etc.
Questions?
Belize • Formerly British Honduras, Belize is the only English-speaking country in Central America. • It is located on the Caribbean Sea, south of Mexico and east of Guatemala. • Our partner, Galen University, is in San Ignacio, on the western border.
Why Belize? • Ideal location to study sustainable development – Biologically and ecologically diverse • 93% of land under forest cover • 40% of land under legal protection
Wide variety of species
– 300 miles of Caribbean coastline – Second longest continuous barrier reef in world
• Rich culture – Diverse population • • • • • • •
Mestizo Creole Garifuna Maya East Indian Mennonite Chinese
– Ancient Maya temples and sacred caves
Community co-management
Development pressures
Reliance on export commodities
Galen University • Galen University’s mission – “…a unique focus on sustainable development throughout its courses, programs, and service”
Diverse student body
small classes
Galen University Library
Library deck
Lobby
Computer lab
“Downtown” San Ignacio
San Ignacio’s “Church Street”
“Fast food” in San Ignacio
Farmer’s market in San Ignacio
Curriculum (18 Credits) Required courses for UVM students: 2. Applications of Sustainable Development (Service Learning) • 4 credits
• 2009 projects (at schools) – Environmental Education – Computer Literacy – Nutrition and Gardening
Other projects – Signage for national park – Solid waste management – Battered women’s shelter – Humane society – “Football for Life”
2. Sustainable Development course • Galen University faculty
– Choose from: • Principles of Sustainable Development – introductory level • Development: An Indigenous Perspective
3. Maximizing Your Belize Experience – –
2 credits Begins in fall with pre-departure meetings and continues in spring semester in Belize •
UVM faculty
Choose among Galen University courses cross-listed as UVM courses (not all may be taught spring 2010): 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
Minor in Community and International Development (CID) • With the proper selection of courses, a UVM student can complete up to four of the five courses needed for a CDAE minor in CID while in Belize
Weekend Field Trips Joint UVM-Galen Trip to Southern Belize
South Water Caye
Service field trip to Caye Caulker
Course-Related Field Trips Night Tour of Belize Zoo
Caracol
Other opportunities: Athletics
La Ruta Maya Galen Gators
Start of Race in San Ignacio
Volunteering
Clubs
Community Involvement
Housing: Martha’s Inn
Common room at the Inn
Bedroom at the Inn
Breakfast at Martha’s Restaurant
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
Financial Aid • •
UVM financial aid applies Additional aid available 1. Belize Program financial aid • need-based up to $1000 2. Service-learning Teaching Assistant • $500
Additional Expenses • Airfare ($500-$1,000) • Personal expenses (e.g., souvenirs, gifts) • Personal travel not planned in course itinerary
Application Process 1. Application –
Complete and return to Jay Ashman no later than September 21
2. 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 offer of admission
Selection Criteria • • • • • •
Class Major and minor Recommendations Academic performance Community service Our perception of – your commitment to maximizing the benefits of this experience, personally and for others – “intangibles” such as your flexibility, sense of adventure, ability to “roll with the punches,” etc.
Questions?
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