Galapagos Islands

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Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

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This program may be offered during summer 2013 but a final decision has not yet been made. Please check back for updates.

This 10-day workshop gives participants first hand exposure to the splendor and biological diversity of one of the most sensitive ecological habitats in the world. Different sites on the same island or sometimes two different islands are visited daily. Information about ecology, biodiversity, geology, evolution and conservation on the islands will be delivered by faculty from Ohio University and Catholic University (Ecuador), and a Galapagos National Park naturalist guide.

Visits to the islands are scheduled to give ample time to walk the trails slowly, and to study and photograph the fascinating animals and plants.

The group will visit uninhabited and inhabited islands, giving the participants the chance to compare and evaluate the impact of human activities on these unique island ecosystems, and to discuss the struggle between economic development and conservation. There will be opportunity to explore the marine environment, as well. Snorkeling gear will be available for the participants to explore one of the richest marine habitats in the world. Visit the official Introduction to the Galapagos Islands Natural History Workshop website for more information.

Program Dates
This program will not be offered during summer 2012. It may be offered during summer 2013 but a final decision has not yet been made.

Eligibility and Selection Process
The program is open to all undergraduate, graduate, and medical students at Ohio University or other universities who are in good academic standing. The program is also open to faculty, staff and community members.
Students who have a judicial record and will be on probation for a judicial offense at any point during the program may petition to study abroad. Click here to read the entire judicial policy.

Application Deadline
This program operates a rolling admission procedure with applications reviewed by the course director as they are received. Students who apply early therefore have a better chance for acceptance for one of the limited slots in the program.

Living Arrangements
Program participants will cruise the Galapagos Islands on a 16 passenger yacht.

Courses and Credits
Successful completion of this program will earn 5 credits. Students will enroll in either:
BIOS 492 Topics in Zoology
or
BIOS 682. Advanced Topics
Non-credit options are available for non-Ohio University students only.

Costs

Additional Information on Ecuador
To learn more about this study abroad destination, please visit the CIA World Factbook.

Health and safety
Ohio University Office of Education Abroad suggests you follow the recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control for healthy travel to your destination: http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/list.aspx. Please familiarize yourself with these recommendations and requirements prior to applying to a program.
Refer to the State Department site for information related to safety and security at this destination: http://www.travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/cis/cis_1765.html.

Requesting accommodation for disabilities
If you plan to participate in an Ohio University-sponsored study abroad program and wish to request accommodation, you should contact the Office of Disability Services (ODS) to schedule an appointment to complete an Education Abroad Disability Accommodation Request Form. We recommend you do this as early as possible to allow sufficient time to determine what accommodations may be made for this program.

Entry and exit requirements
U.S. citizens are required to have a valid U.S. passport when traveling outside of the United States. If you plan to study or travel abroad in the next year, apply for your passport now: http://travel.state.gov/passport/passport_1738.html.
Some countries also require a visa to legally enter and reside in the country. Entry and exit requirements for this country can be found at http://www.travel.state.gov/travel/travel_1744.html. US citizens won’t need a visa or other special documents to enter the country for the length of this program. You may need to show sufficient funds to support yourself while in-country. Please also note that visa requirements may vary if you plan to stay in the country longer than the program dates or travel to other countries during or after the program. Please familiarize yourself with these recommendations and requirements prior to applying to a program.

For more specific visa related information please visit OEA's Visa Information Page.

Information for NON-US citizens can be found here.

For more information, contact:
Fer Vallejo
Gordy 246
Tel: 740-593-2778

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