International Trips
ECUADOR, JULY 22-JULY 31, 2009
Field Studies: Travel–Learn Program
The Andean Highlands and the Tropical Rain forest
ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS:
- Old Spanish colonial city of Quito
- Five days/four nights at the Napo Wildlife Center in the tropical rain forest region, including a visit to a traditional native village A stay at the hacienda Cusin in the Andean highlands, including nature hikes and a visit to the famous Otavalo market
- Optional excursion to the Galapagos Islands
- Seminars/lectures prior to departure
- Professional English-speaking guide in Ecuador
TERMS and TOUR PRICING
Cost of Program: $ 2,875 (includes RT airfare, guided tours, excellent accommodations, most meals, in country transportation and guides, admission fees to sites/museums, service charges and local taxes). Note: cost does not include trip insurance, tips to guides/staff, personal expenses, Quito airport departure tax, transportation to/from NYC airport
Open to all students, faculty, staff, and the general public. One credit registration is required of all participants. Three Liberal Arts credits are available for matriculated students.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Barry Kass, Prof. Emeritus of Anthropology (phone 845 341-4364); e-mail barry.kass@sunyorange.edu
Sponsored by the Dept. of Global Studies
Prof. Paul Basinski, Chair
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The American Southwest: JUNE 20-27, 2009
Field Studies: Travel–Learn Program
Human-Environment Relationships in a Harsh Landscape
Join SUNY-Orange’s Global Initiative: Sustaining the Earth in a visit to the Four Corners area of the American Southwest during Summer Session I. Despite this region’s uncompromising natural environment, it has been the home to numerous Native American groups for millennia as well as a rapidly expanding contemporary population. Our trip will explore both the natural and cultural landscape to examine the nuanced relationships between people and environment
Itinerary Highlights
- Tour the spectacular archaeological sites of Chaco Canyon and Mesa Verde
- Explore the historic and contemporary Acoma Pueblo
- Historic Santa Fe
- Lectures and slide shows prior to departure to provide context
- Three liberal arts credits available for students
Terms and Tour Pricing
The trip will take place June 20-27 and the cost of the tour is approximately $950, which includes RT airfare, hotels, ground transportation, some meals and sightseeing. Note: cost does not include trip insurance, personal expenses, some meals, and transportation to/from NYC airport.
Contact Information
For further information and registration forms, please contact Dr. Cory Harris at (845)-341-4464 or click on this e-mail link cory.harris@sunyorange.edu.
Sponsored by the Department of Global Studies
Prof. Paul Basinski, Chair
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