Cool Program of the Week – Round River Conservation Studies – Botswana Program

Africa-Botswana-RoundRiverCamping for an entire semester!  Round River offers students a completely field-based study abroad program in Botswana’s Okavango Delta, home to some of the world’s most abundant and diverse wildlife populations. Students conduct wildlife research and work with local people.

The Okavango Delta, recently declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is home to some of the world’s most abundant and diverse wildlife populations. Our projects involve working closely with local people to implement a wildlife monitoring program in the Delta. Students conduct wildlife surveys, monitor rare and threatened bird species, and enjoy amazing wildlife viewing opportunities in one of Africa’s most vibrant wetland and savannah ecosystems. Our unique programs give students the opportunity to contribute to local conservation, while gaining valuable field skills and earning undergraduate course credits.

To find out more about this program and to apply please visit:

https://www.studyabroad101.com/programs/round-river-conservation-studies-botswana-program

Cool Program of the Week – Alliance for Global Education: Manipal – Global and Public Health at Manipal University

India-Manipal-Manipal UnivCool Program of the Week

If you are interested in healthcare or public health, then the Alliance program in India provides a mix of field and classroom experience. Live in a rural university town in India, study India’s public health challenges and experience its rich cultural heritage.

The Alliance program is based at Manipal University, known throughout India and around the world for its strong medical college and health science programs. A university town, Manipal offers stunning views of the Arabian Sea and nearby Western Ghats and provides an ideal rural location from which to study India’s public health challenges and rich cultural heritage.

Read more about this program at: http://www.studyabroad101.com/programs/alliance-for-global-education-manipal-global-and-public-health-at-manipal-university

A student review says:

“It was DEFINITELY worthwhile. I learned so much about myself through the inherent challenges of living in a new country, especially one like India. Pushing your boundaries and going outside your comfort zone is the most rewarding gift you can give yourself.”

from (Public Health, University of South Carolina – Columbia)

Read full review at: https://www.studyabroad101.com/programs/alliance-for-global-education-manipal-global-and-public-health-at-manipal-university/reviews/31133