Hutton Honors Study Abroad – Planetary Health & Global Climate Change in Costa Rica

May 23-June 20, 2022

Final Application Deadline: Jan. 28, 2022

This four-week international field course provides a critical evaluation of key theories in planetary health, including the interactions between human, animal, and environmental health, conservation of biodiversity, environmental policy, and sustainable human systems, with an emphasis on place-based learning. Students will visit a series of sites in Costa Rica, relevant to the current climate crisis, including wind and solar farms, biological field stations in tropical forests, and institutions focused on sustainability.

Attend an Upcoming Information Session

January 18 6:30-7:30pm, HHC Great Room

Virtual option available

• 4 credit, 200-level HON-H seminar
• Fulfills Honors Requirements
• Carries GenEd WL&C Credit
• Experience Costa Rica through
• Engaging with and assisting Costa Rican researchers and students
• Weekly Excursions to sustainable farms, hot springs, power plants, national parks, and rainforests
• Undergraduates with a 3.40 overall GPA or 3.70 major GPA are eligible to apply.
• Automatic scholarships for all admitted program participants
• Application open November 30, 2021
• Priority Deadline: December 17, 2021
• Final Deadline: January 28, 2022

Visit hiep.indiana.edu for more info

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