The Art & Science of Saving Species in Costa Rica
by: GVI
Travel to Costa Rica's Tortugeuro National Park, home to many protected species, such as the leatherback sea turtle, and the jaguar. This study abroad program explains the science behind conservation and it aims to challenge artists or designers to use their skills to communicate our role in saving endangered species in Costa Rica and beyond. We will address questions such as: What concepts, t...
Travel to Costa Rica's Tortugeuro National Park, home to many protected species, such as the leatherback sea turtle, and the jaguar. This study abroad program explains the science behind conservation and it aims to challenge artists or designers to use their skills to communicate our role in saving endangered species in Costa Rica and beyond. We will address questions such as: What concepts, theories, and methods inform our research and debates about endangered species, the sixth mass extinction, conservation, and human impacts on the natural world? Dr. Lucy Spelman, author, educator, and wildlife veterinarian , teaches this 3 credit course.
Program Highlights
A chance to contribute to the survival of many endangered species in Costa Rica
Develop and improve your theoretical knowledge of art and how it can be applied in the field of science
Gain skills in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting scientific data
Contribute to the UN Sustainable Development Goals
A chance to deepen your understanding of global issues and how you can become a global citizen
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- Tortuguero, Costa Rica
- Summer
- Animal Science
- Art & Fine Arts
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The GVI staff were amazing!
May 11, 2019by: Kristen - United StatesProgram: The Art & Science of Saving Species in Costa RicaEveryone was extremely friendly and engaging with our group. I felt very taken care of and supported by them during our entire trip. I learned a lot from them as well. I also very much enjoyed the service work we were assigned. It was nice being able to do a little bit of everything, from picking up garbage off of the beaches to helping to build the turtle nursery. Overall, the whole experience was above and beyond what I was expecting!
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Locations
- Tortuguero, Costa Rica
Types and Subjects
- Subjects & Courses
- Animal Science
- Art & Fine Arts
- Arts
Availability
Years Offered: 2018
- Summer
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
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All Nationalities
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Qualifications & Experience
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
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Application Procedures
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Travel to Costa Rica's Tortugeuro National Park, home to many protected species, such as the leatherback sea turtle, and the jaguar. This study abroad program explains the science behind conservation and it aims to challenge artists or designers to use their skills to communicate our role in saving endangered species in Costa Rica and beyond. We will address questions such as: What concepts, theories, and methods inform our research and debates about endangered species, the sixth mass extinction, conservation, and human impacts on the natural world? Dr. Lucy Spelman, author, educator, and wildlife veterinarian , teaches this 3 credit course.
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Travel to Costa Rica's Tortugeuro National Park, home to many protected species, such as the leatherback sea turtle, and the jaguar. This study abroad program explains the science behind conservation and it aims to challenge artists or designers to use their skills to communicate our role in saving endangered species in Costa Rica and beyond. We will address questions such as: What concepts, theories, and methods inform our research and debates about endangered species, the sixth mass extinction, conservation, and human impacts on the natural world? Dr. Lucy Spelman, author, educator, and wildlife veterinarian , teaches this 3 credit course.
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