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The Florida State University International Programs: Panama City, Republic of Panama
FSU-Panama is located on the prestigious City of Knowledge campus, a large educational and research complex that includes several international organizations, research and teaching institutions, and international as well as local businesses. It is the cornerstone of an effort to utilize innovation, entrepreneurial culture and sustainability to fully develop Panama and Latin America. The University is among elite international organizations, such as the United Nations, UNICEF, International Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, Peace Corp, and the World Wildlife Federation. The University's recently renovated building boasts classrooms, science laboratories, computer labs, administrative offices, and a student lounge. The FSU-Panama Library, located...
The Florida State University International Programs: FYA in Panama City, Panama
Academic Year Abroad: An international program for the global-thinking, adventurous student. This program has been specifically designed for incoming out-of-state Freshman to Florida State University who want to start their academic career in global way. Florida State University's new Academic Year Abroad (AYA) Program in Panama City, Panama allows students to complete the first twelve months of their FSU careers studying abroad with our International Programs. The incentives for taking advantage of this opportunity are extraordinary and compelling. Panama City, Republic of Panama Florida State University's first international campus opened in Panama in 1957. It has served thousands of students seeking...
SIT Study Abroad
A pioneer in experiential, field-based study abroad, SIT Study Abroad provides academically engaging semester and summer programs in Asia and the Pacific, Africa, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East for undergraduate students. "SIT Nicaragua taught me to imagine another world and begin creating it. All the conversations I had with my companeros, teachers, and homestay family seemed to end with the same question: if we don't like how things are, what are we going to do about it?" -- Mariella Castaldi, SIT Study Abroad Nicaragua Fall 2009, Oberlin College Focus on Critical Global Issues SIT Study Abroad programs examine critical global issues...
Semester at Sea- Short-Term Voyage 2011
Engineering students and students from all majors will embark on Semester at Sea's first short-term voyage, spending 26 days doing course work on the MV Explorer and field work in 7 countries, including an exploration of the Panama Canal Expansion Project. With a curriculum designed around the United Nations Millennium Development Goals of improving quality of life in eight key areas, students will build global skills by working in multidisciplinary teams, collaborating with partners in each country, working to understand the context of engineering problems in each place, and applying technology appropriate to cultural context.. The leader in shipboard study-abroad education, Semester...
Spanish by the Sea / the River
Spanish by the Sea / by the River is an organization with three language schools in Costa Rica and Panama, which is also specialized in adventures excursions and voluntary positions. Every school provides lodging and we offer the opportunity to stay with a local family as well. Of course you are also welcome if you simply want to study Spanish! Our Spanish courses are based on the communicative approach, because it builds confident learners. All our teachers are native Spanish speakers and they work hard to create situations which are likely to promote communication. The three language schools are located in Bocas...
Semester at Sea - 2010 Voyage
Semester at Sea gives you a taste of the entire globe as you travel more than 24,000 nautical miles to as many as 12 off-the-beaten-path international destinations ... or to a single fascinating world region for intensive exploration. The leader in shipboard study-abroad education, Semester at Sea sails three voyages per year for academic credit. Our vessel, the MV Explorer, is a passenger liner converted into a state-of-the-art seafaring campus. Since 1963, more than 45,000 students from colleges and universities around the world have studied with Semester at Sea, traveling to non-traditional destinations in 60 countries. The Institute for Shipboard Education administers...
Academic Treks College: Primate Behavior and Conservation
Join us on an eye-opening expedition to the wilds of Costa Rica and Panama to learn about New World monkeys and how we can help protect them from extinction. Among the many endangered creatures, few are more intriguing than monkeys of Central America. White-faced capuchins, spider monkeys, squirrel monkeys and mantled howler monkeys steal your hearts as they gaze at you from the trees. Travel to El Zota Biological Field Station in the heart of Costa Rica to learn about primate ecology in a spectacular rainforest setting. Journey to a tropical island on Panama's Caribbean coast to continue your studies,...
AmeriSpan - Study Spanish in Bocas del Toro, Panama
Spanish School Facilities: The school offers a casual atmosphere in each of its indoor classrooms and terraces where classes can be held. There is a large garden and a nice lounge area for relaxing. The school is located in a residential area on the road to the main beach of the island. It is about a 2 minute walk to the beach. Capacity is 30 students per day. What We Like: * Maximum 4 students in group * Private room * Walking distance to school * School organizes activities * Proximity to beaches What We Don't Like: * Hours may be reduced to 15 hours per week if fewer...
Panama: Tropical Ecology, Marine Ecosystems, and Biodiversity Conservation
The School for International Training's Study Abroad programs offer field-based study in over 57 countries. Students earn 16 semester credits on a 15-week experience designed to encourage a global awareness that enables people to live and act in an interdependent world. Groups of seven to 25 students are led by one or two academic directors. Courses generally include intensive language study, thematic seminar, field studies seminar, and an independent study project. Other program components include in-country orientation, homestay, educational excursions, and program evaluation. The model allows student to experience cultural immersion by integrating into the host community in a variety...
Sea|mester Study Abroad at Sea
Global semester at sea programs offering credit in marine and nautical science, communication and leadership, while voyaging throughout the world's oceans aboard traditionally rigged schooners. Voyage duration ranges from 20 to 90 days. If you're looking for a unique educational adventure, one that is not confined by the four walls of a traditional classroom, then Sea|mester could be the right program for you. Throughout the year, Sea|mester offers global semester at sea voyages for college students and high school graduates. S/Y Ocean Star, our 88-foot schooner sails full-time in the Caribbean, whereas our new vessel S/Y Argo circumnavigates the world....
AmeriSpan - Study Spanish in Panama City, Panama
The country's capital, Panama City, is a good base to see the many points of interest around the country. The city boasts the longest shopping street in the world, old world charm and modern sky-scrapers. Moreover, a number of beaches are located 1/2 - 1 1/2 hours from the capital. Our partner school is located in Altos de Chases, an upper- middle class residential section that is peaceful and safe. Only a few minutes away is Centro Comercial El Dorado, an area with good shopping and an active night-life. School Facilities: Located in the so-called City of Knowledge - a Panamanian government...