Do YOU have any plans for this Summer ? Why not visit Cartagena, Colombia ?
Join SA International Cross-Cultural Behavior In International Business & Not-for-Profit Organizations Study Abroad Trip Summer 2013 Cartagena, Colombia June 1 to June 29, 2013
SA is open to Students in All Majors Fun, Sun, Educational & Service Learning Opportunities, Job Shadowing & Micro- Internship (optional) are all part of the Cartagena, Colombia experience. Don’t just learn about Cartagena, EXPERIENCE IT ! The city will be our classroom & laboratory.
This 6-9 credit hour, interdisciplinary Study Abroad class is designed to provide participants with exciting cross- cultural learning opportunities customized for each individual learner. We will explore the Columbian culture through its people, business practices & not- for-profit organizations in Cartagena.
Cartagena, Colombia.... PopulationPopulation: 892,545 (2005) AreaArea: square miles (572 km²) FoundedFounded: June 1, 1533 WeatherWeather: 81°F (27°C), Wind NE at 7 mph (11 km/h), 84% Humidity Local timeLocal time: Eastern Time Zone (just like Purdue) Is a beautiful, walled fishing village on the Caribbean coast of Columbia. It has beautiful beaches, a historic old city and Spanish colonial architecture
The People of Cartagena
Our Classroom: Historic Cartagena, Colombia
Colonial Architecture
The Beaches of Cartagena
The Bay of Cartagena
Purdue’s Team: March 2011
Historical Cartagena
Tourist Attractions
Tourist Attractions: Old Cartagena Fort
Churches of Cartagena
March 2011 the Fort
March 2011 the Beach
the Beach We will have excursions to the beach, museums, tourist attractions....
University of Cartagena We have a wonderful relationship with the University of Cartagena & we will have the pleasure of working with their faculty and students
University of Cartagena Each of our Purdue students will be paired with a bi-lingual University of Cartagena student!
University of Cartagena
The President of the University of Cartagena & Dr. Snuggs enjoy a lecture on cross-cultural communication
Purdue and University of Cartagena students enjoying dinner and traditional Columbian entertainment
Traditional Columbian Entertainment
Off to the Supermercado Students have the opportunity to experience Cartagena as more than just visitors. They get to participate in the culture!
Humanitarian the largest children’s hospital on the coast of Colombia
Humanitarian Work: Spending time with children in need every student is expected to “give back” to our host country through doing a small volunteer project. There are lots of fun ways to show our appreciation to the Columbian people.
Having Fun with the Kids
Making new the Children’s Cancer Center
Practicing the Senior Center
The Two Faces of Cartagena Prosperity & Tourism Poverty & Need And the beauty is in understanding both! We accomplish this through approved humanitarian work, participating in businesses, through job shadowing & micro internships customized for each student, and classroom time.
Prosperity & Tourism
Poverty & Need
Micro-enterprise in Refugee Camp
Our Accommodation This beautiful luxury Condo is on the 34 th floor of a 24 hour secure building with stunning views of water. The condo has 6 Bedrooms with en- suite bathrooms.
Our Accommodation: the Views
Our Accommodation: Living Room
Our Accommodation: Dining / Living Rooms
Our Accommodation: Kitchen & Hallway
Our Accommodation: Some Bedrooms have Balcony Access
Our Accommodation: 6 bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms
Our Accommodation
Our Accommodation: Jacuzzi & Pool
Our Accommodation: Weight & Steam Rooms
Our Accommodation: Sunset from the Balcony
24 hour security 34 th floor luxury condo Ocean Views City/Skyline Views Central Air Conditioning Dryer DVD Player Fitness Room High Definition TV w/ cable Wi-Fi throughout Pool Hot Tub Housekeeping Included Linens Provided Local Guides/Maps Microwave/Oven/Stove Outdoor Pool/Jacuzzi Stereo System Sunbed Washer/Dryer Our Accommodation: Amenities
Questions If you have questions about the trip or would like more information, please contact: Dr. Thelma Snuggs