Description

The Anauê Brazil Service Learning program explores the socio-economic condition of Brazil and its insertion into the global context through cultural immersion, Brazilian Portuguese instruction, Service Learning Lectures and activities.

The program operates in Recife, the capital of the Brazilian state Pernambuco, situated in the Northeast region of Brazil. which is arguably Brazil's most culturally rich regions.

Highlights

BRAZILIAN PORTUGUESE & CULTURE
Intensive Brazilian Portuguese and culture instruction including cultural workshops and museum visits.

SERVICE LEARNING LECTURE SERIES
The lecture series is taught in English and will cover the following topics: Brazilian Economy, Politics, Education System, Formation of Brazilian Culture, Religion, and Service Learning in Brazil.

SERVICE LEARNING VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES
Students will conduct service learning activities with a local nonprofit or community organization. At the conclusion of the program students must create a virtual portfolio journal highlighting their experiences including pictures and/or videos.

SUSTAINABILITY RETREAT
Students will travel to the country-side of Pernambuco. The retreat will include Sustainability and Business in Brazil Workshop, Ecological Gastronomy Workshop, tours and related Service Learning Activities.

RIO DE JANEIRO TRIP
Students will spend three days in Rio de Janeiro to visit the world-famous Cristo Redentor (Statue of Christ the Redeemer), Sugar Loaf Mountain (Pao de Acucar), Ipanema & Copocabana Beach. There be time to visit museums and do shopping. While in Rio you will visit public high schools and have a cultural exchange event with local high school students. Flight and hotel is included in the cost.

HOUSING/MEALS/TRANSPORTATION
Students will be placed with a local Brazilian host family or student housing. Two meals per day are included in the program except during excursions on the weekends. Transportation will be provided for airport pick-up and drop-off, and excursions.

HEALTH & SAFETY
Anauê provides 24-hour emergency service while the student is in Brazil. The Program Director and local support staff will provide guidance and assistance. The program fee includes comprehensive insurance/assistance package that includes medical coverage abroad, program cancellation/interruption insurance and baggage coverage. Students will be advised on the recommended vaccinations during the pre-orientation.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Qualifications

- A minimum GPA of 2.50 (on a scale of 0-4)
- Passport and Brazilian tourist visa prior to departure
- Submit one page essay
- Resume and 3 references

Minimum Education

High School

Languages

• English
• Portuguese

Subject Areas

• Education
• International Business
• Political Science/politics
• Portuguese
• Social Sciences
• Sustainable Development

Cost in US$:

Summer Seminar (USD 5,300) & Fall Term (USD 7,800)

Program Fees Include:

- Airport Pick-up & Drop-off from Recife International Airport, Brazil
- Housing with Host Family + breakfast and dinner are included
- Resident Director and local support staff
- International Travel & Health insurance throughout the entire program period
- Brazilian Portuguese & Culture + Materials
- Service Learning Lectures, Transportation, & Workshops
- Transcript from the Universidade Catolica de Pernambuco (UNICAP) up to 12 term credits:
- Brazilian Portuguese & Culture, Service Learning Lecture Series, & Service Learning Activities
- City Tours of Recife, Olinda, and Taquaritinga do Norte, Pernambuco & surrounding areas
- Brazilian Cultural Workshops
- Porto de Galinhas Beach Trip (Includes Transportation)
- Bonito, Pernambuco Waterfall Hiking Trip (includes transportation and breakfast)

Credit Available

yes

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Age Range

18+ (Some exceptions may be made for exceptional students age 17)

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays

Participants Travel

in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups of 1-4

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• In-Person Interview when Feasible
• Physical Exam/Health Records
• Resume
• Online Application
• Essay

Typically The Application Process Time is

2 weeks

Post Services Include

• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Alumni Network

Anaue Travel & Social Enrichment 's Mission Statement

Anaue (pronounced: a-new-way) was created with the desire to present university students and recent graduates with a glimpse into the varied realities within Brazil. Anaue connects different thoughts and perspectives to expand intercultural competence through a living experience in Brazil.

Year Founded

2012