Description

Titled "Politics and Ethnicity in the Andes," the IES Abroad January Term Program in Riobamba allows students to look at the timely topic of Andean indigenous politics, spending time in Quito and in Cuenca, and will be based in the colorful highland city of Riobamba (125 miles south of Quito). Riobamba is the capital of Chimborazo, and has a large number of indigenous people living in traditional kinship communities. The city is home to the Instituto Santiago de Quito, a liberal arts college affiliated with the University San Francisco de Quito (USFQ), one of the leading research universities in Ecuador.

Since 1950, IES Abroad has been building quality study abroad programs and introducing U.S. students to new places, studies, and ways of thinking. A non-profit educational organization, IES Abroad offers high academic standards and extensive financial aid in almost 80 programs throughout the world.

Highlights

* A two-day orientation takes place in Quito, where students learn about indigenous culture, get to know their peers, and tour the city's historic sites.
* Students take a unique course focusing on politics and ethnicity in the Andes
* Homestays allow students to immerse themselves in local culture.
* Field trips bring students to destinations such as Cunca, Chimborazo, and Oriente

Subject Areas

• Ethnic Studies
• Political Science/politics

Cost in US$:

Program Fees Include:

In general, the IES Abroad program fee typically includes:
- Tuition (3 credits)
- Orientation
- Housing (homestay with 21 meals/week)
- Medical insurance, including emergency medical evacuation insurance coverage and a 24-hour traveler's assistance help-line
- Personal IES Abroad Advisor available for predeparture support
- IES Abroad Get SET! predeparture guide and the IES Abroad Family Guide

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network