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Earth Education International Costa Rica
Experiential Learning in Sustainable Global Stewardship
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Visiting Arenal Volcano
Earth Education International 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. Offerings: Summer/Winter courses: Deep Ecology & Sustainable Living Spring semester: ‘Sustainable Global Stewardship’ Various study tours Visiting Arenal Volcano
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Semester Course Offerings
Earth Education International Semester Course Offerings Sustainability & Service-Learning [3 units undergraduate or graduate credit] Environment & Conservation in the Tropics [3 units undergraduate or graduate credit] Costa Rican Culture Immersion Elementary --or-- Intermediate Spanish [3 units undergraduate credit] Directed Study (approval required) [Optional 3 units of undergraduate or graduate credit]
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General Info & Prerequisites
Earth Education International General Info & Prerequisites 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 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
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Academic Partners Earth Education International
U.S. Partner Campuses Humboldt State University (CA) & SUNY-Fredonia (NY) Costa Rica Partner Campus University of San José, San Ramón Campus Field study & volunteer work: (Costa Rica, Nicaragua) Government agencies, universities, local community projects, cooperatives, etc.
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Earth Education International
Costa Rica San Ramón
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San Ramón Earth Education International
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 of San José, San Ramón campus Housing: Homestay’s, walking distance to campus.
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Field Study Earth Education International Possible Field Sites:
National Parks & other conservation areas Agriculture & land use sites Renewable energy projects Sustainable businesses Regional cultural sites Local communities Ecotourism facilities
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Sample Volunteer Work Options
Earth Education International Sample Volunteer Work Options Community conservation project Community recycling center Environmental education Sustainable agriculture Biological field station Low income housing Organic coffee farm Social work
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Cultural Exchange Earth Education International
The Homestay Experience Culture & Language Immersion
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Costs Earth Education International
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
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Conclusion Earth Education International
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
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For More Information Earth Education International World Wide Web
Phone (011)+506/
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