study abroad opportunity

Dear Faculty,

Are your students looking to apply their Environmental Science knowledge in a real world setting? Would they like to add a little adventure in their education? The Institute of Sustainable International Studies, ISIS, is offering courses this winter that will allow students to do both. Students have the chance to explore inland jungles and rivers, elaborate cave systems, grasses and mangroves surrounding the Belize Barrier Reef and discover traditional methods of environmental conservation. If they are ready to leave their comfort zone and further their education through practical application, then ISIS is ready for them. For full details on the Environmental Science courses offered and the syllabus for each course, please click on the links below.

• Tropical Marine Conservation Biology
• Indigenous Knowledge in the 21^st Century

·         Wildlife Medicine, Biology and Conservation

·         Tropical Ecology: People and Their Landscapes

One student summarized his experience by saying:

“The field trips were the best in the Marine Ecology class. Nothing like getting outside and experiencing first hand and being able to converse with the locals!  I learned a lot about the environments and problems in Belize and its culture and customs.  Take this course – I had a great experience!”~J.T.

Our two week winter session runs from December 26, 2013 to January 7, 2014, including travel days.  The cost, $2,995, includes one course, accommodations, transportation to and from the airport, field trips and excursions, breakfasts and one transcript for transferring credit.  Airfare is not included.  Students receive three (3) credits from Sacred Heart College.  The application deadline for winter is October 15^th, 2013. Application forms are available on the ISIS website.

Cynthia Reece, creece@isisbelize.com, the Program Manager for ISIS, can respond to questions related to housing, logistics, course costs, and other details.  

Sincerely,

Nancy
Nancy L. Adamson, Ph.D.
Executive Director
Institute for Sustainable International Studies
San Ignacio, Cayo,
Belize, Central America