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Study abroad informational session Intro to oceanography- OCE 1001 Prof. Sandra Humphrey

Study abroad informational session Intro to oceanography- OCE 1001 Prof. Sandra Humphrey. Travel Dates: March 7-14, 2015. Why join us in Mexico?.

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Study abroad informational session Intro to oceanography- OCE 1001 Prof. Sandra Humphrey

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  1. Study abroad informational session Intro to oceanography- OCE 1001Prof. Sandra Humphrey Travel Dates: March 7-14, 2015

  2. Why join us in Mexico? By studying marine animals in their natural habitat and viewing interactions between species, students can truly understand and appreciate marine life and the beauty and significance of the ocean. You will be able to:

  3. Course Outline • This is a hybrid course with a study abroad component. • On campus once a week. • Online, 12 weeks of assignments

  4. Trip outline

  5. Day 1: Arrive to San Jose at Los Cabos-Group will be picked up at the airport and transferred to the hotel

  6. Day 2: Morning and afternoon • We will travel to Puerto Lopez Mateos to do Whale watching and learn about their biology and natural history. Evening • We will stay overnight at eco-bungalows in Puerto Lopez Mateos following a seafood dinner.

  7. Day 3: Morning and afternoon • Return by van to La Paz. Then travel by boat to Isla Partida and Espiritu Santo islands in Sea of Cortez. We will review the program and activities for day 4

  8. Day 4: Morning Introduction and review to snorkeling and a visit to the Ensenada Grande Reef Afternoon Kayak trip to observe sea lion rookery Evening Reef ID presentations and recording Observations of marine species in field journal

  9. Day 5: Morning Morning hike at El Cardonal Afternoon Snorkeling at the coral reef in El Corralito.

  10. Day 6: Morning Travel by boat to Los Islotes Sea Lion Colony for snorkeling Afternoon Record observations of marine species in field journal

  11. Day 7: Morning • Return by boat to La Paz. Afternoon • Cultural day. Hotel stay overnight in La Paz.

  12. ‘Departure Day • Group transport to Los Cabos Airport Day 8:

  13. 1. FILL OUT AN APPLICATION:Your name on the student application must completely match the name as it is or will be on your passport, including your middle name. We give the namethat you enter on your application to the travel provider for ticket issuance. If the name you provide to us does not exactly match the name on your passport, you may be denied boarding your flight, or the airline could charge you a large fee to re‐issue your tickets. The College is not responsible for errors or omissions of your name on the Study Abroad application.2. PASSPORT:If you already have a passport, include a copy of the ID page with your application. If you don’t have a passport, it can take up to 12 weeks to get one. Plan accordingly!! • Application/Passport information

  14. 1. Application for participation2. Consent to release confidential student record information3. Student information and passport form (RM)4. Emergency contact information (RM)5. Physician statement (RM)6. Permission for emergency treatment (RM)7. Release and indemnity agreement (releases college of all legal liabilities, please read closely) (RM)8. Photo/audio/text/comments/video release9. Drug, alcohol, discipline policy (all rules and regulations found in the PBSC student code of conduct handbook prevail when you are studying abroad) • Forms to Fill Out (Applications and Risk Management ((RM)) Forms)

  15. 1. For entry into Mexico, you must present a valid passport and either a round-trip ticket or proof of onward travel to another country.2. Travelers with passports that are found to be washed, mutilated, or damaged may be refused entry to Mexico. Please be sure to apply for a U.S. passport well in advance of anticipated travel. • Travel Requirements for Mexico

  16. 1. Tuition for course: Resident $428 non-resident $14672. program cost for accommodations, airfare, all meals from lunch on day of arrival to breakfast on day of departure, gratuity, side trips, related itinerary, airport transfers and other transportation costs: _$3,100_ p/p3. G-K insurance: starting at $37, it increases by age group4. incidentals (for snacks and other food not covered, souvenirs, Recreational activities during Free Time, and other miscellaneous costs): TBD by student on an individual basis. total: ____________________ • Program Costs

  17. -On October 1st, 2014, $620 is due-On November 1st, 2014, $620 is due-On December 1st, 2014, $620 is due-On January 5th, 2015, $620 is due-On January 30th, 2015 final $620 is due-On February 5th final payment for medical insurance is due (this varies according to age group) • PROGRAMS COSTS- SCHEDULE

  18. Slideshow from Green Edventures • http://www.slideshare.net/greenedventures/baja-mexico-sea-quest-39023830

  19. QUESTIONS?

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