COSTA RICA
Study Abroad
Winter Intersession 2016/2017
(Dates determined after LU schedule is posted)
Where is Costa Rica?
We are there to study…
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Economic development
Tourism and ecotourism
Sustainability
How Costa Rica has transformed itself into
a leading destination for Ecotourism.
Ways in which Costa Rica is committed to
a sustainable environment.
How Costa Rica has distinguished itself
from other Central American nations.
Where we are heading to…
• Pal Michal (coffee growing region in rural
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area)
Monteverde (in the cloud forest)
Rancho Margot (sustainable farm)
Arenal/La Fortuna (home of Arenal
volcano)
Puerto Viejo (in the Caribbean)
Yorkin (an indigenous area near Panama)
Learn about banana,
pineapples, and coffee
industries
Visit cloud forests and learn about
conservation, reforestation, etc.
Trek in the rainforest too!
See Exotic Wildlife in their natural
environment
Live on a sustainable farm (with a
NEGATIVE carbon footprint)
Live in an indigenous village at a
community-based ecotourism project
Interact with locals in meaningful ways
Zip-line over the continental divide
Experience the Caribbean
Enjoy the natural
environment
See daily doses of beauty!
Econ 301: Sustainability,
Ecotourism, and Economic
Development in Costa Rica
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Prerequisite: NONE
Course open to all majors
Material taught in very accessible way
Class taught online before departure and
finished abroad
No book to purchase
Waives Gen Ed Goal 9 (which creates 3
free-electives)
• Instructor: Dr. Melanie Marks
Econ 301: Sustainability,
Ecotourism, and Economic
Development in Costa Rica
• Topics include:
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Economy of Costa Rica and Latin America
Sustainable Development
Tourism and Ecotourism
Banana, pineapple, coffee industries
Role of Trade
Free Trade Movement
Green GDP measures
Social Issues
Expected Cost:
$2199
• Includes airfare, housing, domestic
transportation, activity fees, and
almost all meals.
• Payments spread over several months.
INTEREST MEETINGS:
• Check the Study Abroad website
where you found this link.
• Or contact Dr. Marks for dates at
marksmb@longwood.edu.
Ready to sign up?
 Complete a study abroad application for
Faculty Led Programs
 Complete Medical Form
 Have parent sign Conditions of Participation
 Bring to Dr. Marks in Hiner 205
Questions? Contact me at marksmb@longwood.edu