earth education international costa rica experiential learning in sustainable global stewardship
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Earth Education InternationalCosta
Rica
Experiential Learning in
Sustainable Global Stewardship
About Us
Description: An experiential learning organization in Costa Rica providing interdisciplinary courses & programs in sustainability, environmental studies & social responsibility. We work in partnership with educational institutions globally, and support and promote sustainable initiatives locally.
Earth Education International
Offerings:
Summer/Winter courses: Deep Ecology & Sustainable Living
Spring semester: ‘Sustainable Global Stewardship’
Various study toursVisiting Arenal Volcano
Semester Course Offerings
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Sustainability & Service-Learning [3 units undergraduate or graduate credit]
Environment & Conservation in the Tropics [3 units undergraduate or graduate credit]
Costa Rican Culture Immersion [3 units undergraduate or graduate credit]
Elementary --or-- Intermediate Spanish [3 units undergraduate credit]
Directed Study (approval required) [Optional 3 units of undergraduate or graduate credit]
General Info & Prerequisites
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Prerequisites: Completed application by deadline Minimum GPA of 2.5 Completion of 15 semester credits (or prior approval) Personal attributes for a safe & positive experience
General Information: Open to students from ANY campus Suitable for ALL majors No Spanish required Undergraduate or graduate credit available ‘Class’ time includes field study & volunteer work
Academic Partners
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U.S. Partner CampusesHumboldt State University (CA) & SUNY-Fredonia (NY)
Costa Rica Partner CampusUniversity of San José,San Ramón Campus
Field study & volunteer work: (Costa Rica, Nicaragua)Government agencies, universities, local community projects, cooperatives, etc.
Costa Rica
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San Ramón
San Ramón
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Location: Western edge of Central Valley
Population: Approx. 60,000
Elevation: 1,000 mts. (3,500 ft.) above sea level
Climate: Av. high 24°C/75°F, av. low 16°C/60°F
Facilities: University ofSan José, San Ramón campus
Housing: Homestay’s, walking distance to campus.
Field Study
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Possible Field Sites:
National Parks & other conservation areas
Agriculture & land use sites
Renewable energy projects
Sustainable businesses
Regional cultural sites
Local communities
Ecotourism facilities
Sample Volunteer Work Options
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Community conservation project
Community recycling center
Environmental education
Sustainable agriculture
Biological field station
Low income housing
Organic coffee farm
Social work
Cultural Exchange
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The Homestay Experience
Culture & Language Immersion
Costs
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Comprehensive program fee includes: Personal & emergency support Use of local university facilities Field site & volunteer costs Activities & cultural events Medical/travel insurance Lodging & most meals Academic credit
Not Included: International transport Personal expenses
Conclusion
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Immersion in Latin culture & Spanish (no Spanish required)
Hands-on experience working on sustainable projects
One of the lowest-cost programs available anywhere
Academic credit toward your degree
Additional volunteer opportunities
Significant ‘class’ time in the field
Enhanced career opportunities
Extensive regional travel
For More Information
Earth Education International
World Wide Webwww.EarthEdIntl.org
PhoneU.S. Voice Mail: 1(805)229-1604
Costa Rica: (011)+506/8812-7766