Belize Semester Abroad Program in Sustainable Development Spring Semester, 2012
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Belize Semester Abroad Program in Sustainable Development
Spring 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-speaking country in Central America
Unique combination of Caribbean and Latin American geography and culture
Geographic area the same as Massachusetts
½ the population of Vermont
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Why Belize?
Ideal location to study sustainable development
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Ecological diversity
Last intact tropical forest north of the Amazon
Longest barrier reef in the western hemisphereUNESCO World
Heritage Site
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Biological diversity
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Cockscomb Wildlife Reserve
World’s only jaguar preserve
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Largest cave system in the Western Hemisphere--many sacred to the Maya
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Community co-management Unique approach to managing
protected areas
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Pioneer in Ecotourism
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Development Pressures
“Finally, Paradise is 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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Belize’s Cultural Diversity
Seven major ethnic groupsMestizoCreoleGarifunaMayaEast IndianMennonite Chinese
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Five courses: 18 credits
Development and Indigenous Peoples
Rivers to Reefs: A Conservation Approach to Watershed Ecology
Wildlife Conservation and Communities: Issues and Approaches
Applications of Sustainable Development (Service Learning) (6 credits)
Intercultural Competence
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Weeks 1 and 2: Discover Belize “unplugged”Macal River Camp
Orientation and introductory classesBegin Rivers to Reefs and Intercultural Competence
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Laguna Village Development and Indigenous Peoples: The Maya
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Hopkins Village Development and Indigenous Peoples: The Garifuna
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Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary Rivers 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 for Development 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 a sustainable community for abandoned or abused children
Mary Open Doors providing support for a
battered women’s shelter
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Weeks 13 and 14: Get Dirt on Your Hands and Sand on Your Feet
Caye Caulker
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Applications of Sustainable Development—Part II
Our project partner is Ocean Academy, a non-profit community high school
Projects include: mangrove restoration developing a system for
recycling plastic bottles “Shop Green” reusable
shopping bag program composting for the school
garden
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Minor in Community & International Development
(CID)
Complete three of five courses needed for a minor
Need only take CDAE 061 and CDAE 002 on campus
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CID/PCOM Majors
CID Major: Receive credit for CDAE 102; and five of “choose 7” restricted electives
PCOM Major: Receive credit forCDAE 102; andtwo of “choose 5+” restricted electives
(depending on nature of service learning projects)
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Financial Details
TuitionPay tuition to UVM (instate/out-of-state)
Program FeeApproximately $5,800 Includes
All lodging Meals or meal allowance in all locationsAll program-related in-country transportation and admissionsService learning project expensesUse of personal cell phone provided by program
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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
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Additional Expenses Airfare ($500-$1,000) Personal expenses
(e.g., souvenirs, gifts) Personal travel not
planned in course itinerary
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Program Dates
Saturday, Jan. 14– Students are met at
the Belize Int’l. Airport and transported to the Macal River Camp
Saturday, Apr. 21– Students are
transported from Caye Caulker to the Belize Int’l. Airport
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Key Points
• UVM financial aid applies
• Additional scholarships available
• All courses in English
• UVM courses so no transfer credit 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 413
Davis Center
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Application Process
1. Application Complete and return to Jay Ashman no later than
Friday, April 29, 2011 for consideration during spring recruitment period
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
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Selection Criteria
Year and major Recommendations Academic performance Community service Our perception of
your commitment to maximizing the benefits of this experience, personally and for others
“intangibles” (your flexibility, sense of adventure, and ability to “roll with the punches”)