Visit the Amazon Rainforest of Colombia and experience first hand the Calanoa project which is working towards a model of sustainable living in the Amazon forest. Participate in a multitude of interdisciplinary and cultural experiences, and bring to your studies a renewed depth, purpose, and global awareness.
Explore local materials and design. Meet with local crafts and arts masters. Meet with a Shaman and understand a glimpse of his vision of the world. Search for river dolphins by the Peruvian shore. Hike through the forest at the Natural Park and boat down the Amazon.
Destination
Colombia
Info Sessions:
Thursday, December 5th from 3-4pm, Surrey campus, G1140
Thursday, January 23rd from 12-1pm, Surrey campus, G1140
Thursday, February 6th from 12-1pm, Richmond campus, R2510
Faculty Leaders
Ross Laird, Lucie Gagne
Schedule
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Classes at KPU |
May 5 |
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Departure for Host Country |
May 8 |
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Return to Vancouver |
May 23 |
Tentative Itinerary
More detailed information: amazonfieldschool.ca
Cost
The program fee is $2450 and includes accommodation, in-country transportation, field trips, and most meals.
Note that, flight, personal expenses, additional meals and tuition and fees are not included.
Classes Offered
IDEA 3100 - Interdisciplinary Expressive Arts 1
Pre-requisites
30 credits of 1100-level or higher courses
Contact Information
Lucie Gagne
lucie.gagne@kpu.ca
604.599.2687
Ross Laird
Ross.Laird@kpu.ca
604.599.2190
Denise Sturlini
internationalprograms@kpu.ca
604.599.2747
Application Deadline
February 14, 2014
How to Apply
Application period has closed for 2014.
Pre-departure meeting.
Please click here to register for the pre-departure meeting
