Regional Program Sample Overview

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PROGRAM SAMPLES IN ASIA

From the mountains of China to the shores of Sri Lanka, Asia has countless learning experiences to offer. Work with us to create your own unique program tailored speciically to your course curriculum.

CAMBODIA

PEACE + CONFLICT RESOLUTION: Learn about global events based on real people and experiences. Discover and discuss and their solutions, challenges, and implications.

SERVICE LEARNING: Work with local NGOs serving communities to increase access to healthcare, education, and women’s rights. Choose your type of service project based on your curriculum.

CHINA

GLOBAL BUSINESS IN BEIJING: Explore this global center of commerce, meeting with international companies and learning about the impact of traditional culture on modern business.

MERCHANDISING + HOSPITALITY: Visit manufacturing plants, cultural heritage sites, and share meals with locals to get a sense of several ways this country participates in the global economy.

INDIA

INTERIOR + APPAREL DESIGN: Discover textiles, decorative arts, and contemporary design.

BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS + MARKETING: Learn about India’s booming economy with visits to Bollywood studios, marketing irms, and international companies.

RELIGION + SOCIETY: Explore the impact of religion on culture in an incredibly diverse country.

JAPAN

TOYS + ANIME: Discover the playful side of Japanese culture through toys and Anime.

HEALTHCARE + HUMAN SERVICES: Explore similarities and differences between the Japanese and American healthcare systems through facility visits and conversations with local practitioners.

THAILAND

CULINARY ARTS: Experience Thai culture through street market tours, cooking classes, and farm visits. Expand your culinary vocabulary with all of the vibrant lavors this country has to offer.

ENVIRONMENTAL CHANGE + FAMILY LIFE: Visit traditional communities and participate in service-learning projects to gain understanding of global development and its impact.

FASHION + POP CULTURE: Discover the relationship between traditional textile design and contemporary fashion in this international yet culturally rich country.

VIETNAM

COMMUNITY + SERVICE LEARNING: Learn how ancient traditions interact with modern social structures through community-based volunteer projects, developing relationships with locals.

GEOLOGY + ENVIRONMENT: Through geological ield research and authentic cultural experiences with locals, discover the impact of the natural environment on Vietnamese society.

Want more? We customize programs in most of Asia, Europe, and Latin America plus parts of the Caribbean and Africa. www.aeastudyabroad.com

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PROGRAM SAMPLES IN LATIN AMERICA

Explore the jungles of Costa Rica, the coastal villages of Nicaragua, or the urban areas of Brazil -- Latin America has endless learning opportunities. Work with us to create your own unique program tailored speciically to your course curriculum.

ARGENTINA

BRAZIL

COSTA RICA

CUBA

GUATEMALA

NICARAGUA

JAMAICA

MEXICO

ARTS + CULTURE: Engage with Argentine culture through local cuisine, city tours, and visits to different historic and cultural sites. Tango lessons, visits to local communities, and a trip to Iguazu Falls provide a sense of authentic Argentine culture.

GEOLOGY + GEOPHYSICS: Visit a widely diverse geological environment for inspiring, handson ield experience. Conduct real research and talk with local geologists to get an in-depth look at the geological nuances of the environment in Brazil. Complement your scientiic focus with cultural site visits and activities to get a sense of Brazil’s vibrant lifestyle.

LANGUAGE + GOVERNMENT: Immerse your students in Spanish while also learning about the political history and current government of one of the most stable countries in Central America. Meet with municipal workers, community members, and university professors for an authentic look into how Costa Rica functions as a nation.

HEALTHCARE: Learn about Cuba’s socialized medical system with hands-on projects, visits to NGO’s and medical centers, and conversations with real practitioners and community leaders. Enjoy some latin music and cultural sites to provide a whole picture of this vibrant country.

SPANISH IMMERSION + SERVICE LEARNING: Learn about a Guatemalan community by participating in a collaborative service project. Activities and discussions with locals, visits to indigenous villages, homesteads with host families and Spanish classes will provide the opportunity to practice Spanish language skills — and connect deeply with local culture.

SUSTAINABLE FORESTRY: Bird watch in tropical mangroves, ride horses up volcanoes, and explore old-growth cloud forests with the lens of sustainability. Learn about Nicaragua’s cultural and environmental attitudes through outdoor excursions, cultural site visits, and informative tours.

AFRICAN HERITAGE: Visit different indigenous villages to learn about the variety of cultures here and their origins. Make connections with local communities through service projects at NGO’s and learn about the music and industries of Jamaica through interactive site visits like a coffee farm.

GEOGRAPHY + CULTURE: A hugely varied country, choose the region of Mexico you’d like to explore -- from the Baja Peninsula to Cancun. Visit ancient historical sites, have family dinners with locals, and take dancing classes to immerse yourself in the colorful culture of Mexico.

Want more? We customize programs in Africa, most of Europe and Latin America plus parts of the Caribbean and Asia. www.aeastudyabroad.com

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PROGRAM SAMPLES IN EUROPE

Take advantage of the infamous cultural and historical sites Europe has to offer, while also connecting with local people through unique excursions, hands-on service projects, visits to local businesses, and more. Work with us to create your own program tailored specifically to your course curriculum.

LONDON + PARIS | GLOBAL BUSINESS: Visit a variety of English and French businesses, talking with executives, embassy officials, and small business owners. Experience first-hand the impact of local culture on global business and the challenges of international commerce.

ROMANIA | ARTS + CULTURE: Participate in the International Theater Festival, theater workshops, and performances; visit sites like the Huniazilor Castle, enjoy traditional Polish meals, and more.

GERMANY + FRANCE + SWITZERLAND | ANTHROPOLOGY OF FOOD: Gain an inside perspective to food production and consumption throughout Europe. Visit top-rated restaurants, community markets, and talk with locals to explore the complex relationship of culture and food.

TURKEY | ECONOMICS + TECHNOLOGY: Work directly with technology and economics professionals through topic-specific site visits and discussions; immerse yourself in the culture by visiting historic towns and cultural sites off the beaten tourist path.

ITALY + FRANCE | FASHION IN MILAN + PARIS: From silk and wool production to fashion designing and modeling, learn firsthand about two of the world’s leading fashion cities. Tailored field trips provide a deep understanding of both the fashion industry and also European culture.

RUSSIA | BUSINESS + URBAN CULTURE: Visit a number of historical and cultural sites in Moscow and St. Petersburg, while also meeting with local businesspeople and corporate representatives to gain understanding about Russia’s complex relationship with the global economy.

GREECE | CULTURE + HISTORY: Learn about Greece’s history of art, science, philosophy, and more by visiting famous sites like the Acropolis and Olympic stadium while also exploring undiscovered gems like the Monastiraki flea market and Souda Bay.

NETHERLANDS + GERMANY + DENMARK | ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY: Discover Northern Europe’s innovations in fields like wind energy and green cities through visits to urban eco areas, rooftop gardens, wind farms, and meetings with sustainable organizations and leaders.

Want more? We customize programs in Africa, most of Europe, Latin America plus parts of the Caribbean and Asia. www.aeastudyabroad.com

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PROGRAM SAMPLES IN AFRICA

In Africa, you can explore locations off the beaten path and discover animal habitats, innovative NGOs, and complex social histories. Work with us to create your own unique program tailored speciically to your course curriculum.

BOTSWANA

EDUCATION + TRADITION: From public and private schools to informal village groups, discover the relationships between culture, tradition, and the education of children in this dynamic country.

GHANA

HEALTHCARE + COMMUNITY: Learn about Ghana’s healthcare system through site visits to clinics, NGOs, and discussions with local practitioners. Cultural stops are included; sample sites include a glass bead factory, women’s organization, and Kakum National Park.

MOROCCO

AFRICAN HERITAGE: Explore one of the oldest nations in Africa and its rich history as the irst to declare independence from colonization. Visit major heritage sites as well as municipal institutions and cultural communities, sharing conversations and meals with locals.

SOCIAL WORK: Visit several NGOs, health care clinics, or schools depending on your area of focus. Experience life in a country with great wealth and great poverty and the implications on its communities.

URBAN FIELD STUDIES: Travel to several different cities in Morocco, visiting cultural sites, city quarters, and community organizations. Talk with different scholars and community members to get a sense of what city life is like in this north African country.

RWANDA

SOUTH AFRICA

CIVIL WAR, RETALIATION + JUSTICE: Recently a site of massive civil war, Rwanda is now an incredible place to learn about the realities and repercussions of social conlict and genocide. Talk with community leaders, municipal workers, and locals to learn about the events and implications of Rwanda’s complicated and tragic history -- and how it looks towards the future with promise.

JOURNALISM + SOCIAL HISTORY: Discover how history and contemporary events interact in a country with a deeply complex social past. Visit cultural sites, municipal establishments, and meet with local journalists, scholars, and professionals to get a glimpse of the real South Africa.

TANZANIA

WILDLIFE ECOLOGY: Explore the diverse range of ecosystems in this country, with a focus on the animals that call it home. Get a real-life glimpse of beautiful, endangered species only found here.

WOMEN’S EMPOWERMENT: Through hands-on service projects with a women’s organization, discover irst-hand what it means to live as a woman in Tanzania. Get an even deeper sense of place with camp stays, a crater tour, and a three-day safari.

UGANDA

MEDIA DESIGN: From tech start-ups to more functional calculators, Uganda contains a huge spectrum of design learning opportunities. Meet with local entrepreneurs to discover true innovation.

Want more? We customize programs in Africa, most of Europe, and Latin America plus parts of the Caribbean and Asia. www.aeastudyabroad.com