Academics The goal of this program is to use the Perú case to integrate different perspectives of diverse natural, biological, and social science disciplines to improve understanding of the relationships between human societies and the natural environment. The impact of humans on natural resources and their sustainable use and conservation will be emphasized. The Peru Study Abroad Program is a course offered by the School of Education's Global & International Education Program. For more information on the program click here. |
This course is really a program comprised of three components designed to allow one to experience all the host community has to offer, within and beyond the context of a traditional travel or study abroad experience. The three components are: (1) tourism – to learn about the history and culture by visiting major archaeological sites; (2) ecotourism – outside zoo-based knowledge, little is known about the Andean condor except its life cycle is not conducive to reproductive success. Visit(s) to the Condor Lodge Conservatory in Apurimac will enable participants to assist in the collection of data on the Andean Condor; and (3) volunteerism – where you are given the opportunity to learn more about local culture and customs, as well as understand community development through service with an ecological focus. Thus, this experience offers a balance of volunteer work, cultural and learning activities, visiting various historical sites in the Andean Mountains, hear lectures from local educators and researchers/scientists, and assist in the compilation of field research on the Andean Condor, among other activities.