Make Your Summer Matter Innovative summer abroad programs for high school students

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The Experiment in International Living

provides summer abroad programs for high school students who want to connect deeply and engage meaningfully with the richness and complexities of another country. Participants explore the host country through hands-on experiences

in local communities and through the lens of a specific theme.

Programs are designed to equip participants not only with essential cultural skills and, in many cases, language skills, but also with a deeper awareness of and sensitivity to critical global issues shaping the diverse communities and regions we visit.

Each year, hundreds of Experimenters come away from their summer abroad with invaluable new skills, connections, awareness, and knowledge that help them to thrive—and lead—in diverse, intercultural environments.

The Experiment in International Living has been offering immersive experiential learning programs abroad since 1932. Today, The Experiment offers summer programs for high school students in Europe; the Americas; Africa, south of the Sahara; North Africa and the Middle East; and Asia and the Pacific. The Experiment is committed to providing participants from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds with access to The Experiment’s immersive cross- cultural programs through its partnerships, scholarships, and other initiatives. See pages 76–77 for details.

The Experiment Difference

It is the policy of World Learning to provide equal employment and educational opportunities for all persons regardless of age, ethnic origin, gender, nationality, physical or learning ability, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran’s status, or any other legally protected condition.

World Learning and its circle design, School for International Training, SIT, and The Experiment in International Living and its infinity design are registered trademarks of World Learning Inc. The U.S. Experiment in International Living is a trademark of World Learning Inc. Copyright 2015 World Learning. All rights reserved.

• History and Experience

A distinguished 80-plus-year history of innovative leader-ship in international, cross-cultural programs for youth • Our Programs

A thematic focus—on sustainability and the environment; arts and social change; language and cultural discovery; leadership training; or peace, politics, and human rights • Intercultural Learning and Cross-Cultural Communication

A long tradition of building skills in intercultural learning and cross-cultural communication through immersive activities that promote language acquisition as well as cross-cultural empathy, flexibility, resilience, and efficacy

• Homestays

Homestay experiences designed to provide meaningful and firsthand experience living in another culture • Maximizing Health and Safety

A strong focus on health, safety, and security. Programs follow a comprehensive structure designed to maximize the well-being of all participants while they engage with the host culture and local communities.

• Enduring Partnerships with Organizations Nationwide Longstanding and deeply rooted relationships with Experiment partner organizations, alumni, and donors—who believe in us and what we do—facilitate access to Experiment programs and support for a diversity of participants.

• Small and Diverse Groups

Small and diverse participant groups—typically composed of two adult group leaders and 15 participants from very different geographic, racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds • Our Leaders, Partners, and Staff

Outstanding student support from experienced adult group leaders, in-country partners, and Experiment staff in Vermont, all of whom contribute enormously to the educational and immersive nature of our programs

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Programs

AFRICA, SOUTH of the SAHARA South Africa: Multiculturalism in an Urban and Rural Society 54

Tanzania: Coastal and Maasai Cultures 64

Tanzania: Wildlife, Ecology, and Culture 66

ASIA China: Cultural Traditions in the North 14

China: Ethnic Minorities and Contemporary Culture 16

Japan: Japanimation —Anime and Manga 34

Japan: Language and Cultural Traditions 36

Korea: Peace Studies 40

Mongolia: Nomadic and Urban Cultures 44

Thailand: Buddhist Traditions and Contemporary Culture 68

Vietnam: Ecology and Conservation 70

EUROPE France: French Culture and Regional Identity 22

France: French Language and Culinary Traditions 24

France: Painting and Photography in Paris and Provence 26

Germany: Contemporary Politics and the European Union 28

Ireland: Irish Culture and Youth Empowerment 30

Italy: Language and Local Food Culture 32

Netherlands: Gender Equality and Human Rights 48

Spain: Contemporary and Historic Cultural Diversity 56

Spain: Language and Cultural Traditions 58

Spain: Regional Cultures 60

Spain: Technology and Social Innovation in Urban Culture 62

LATIN AMERICA and the CARIBBEAN Argentina: Community Service and the Great Outdoors 10

Argentina: Photojournalism and Social Change 12

Costa Rica: Biodiversity, Ecology, and Sustainability 18

Ecuador: The Galápagos Islands and the Andes 20

Mexico: Marine Biology on the Baja Peninsula 42

Nicaragua and Cuba: Arts and Social Change 50

Peru: Ancient and Contemporary Cultures 52

NORTH AFRICA and the MIDDLE EAST Jordan: History, Politics, and Arabic Language 38

Morocco: Multiculturalism in the Arab World 46

EXPERIMENT LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE Program Selection and Application Process 72

India: Public Health and Community Development 74

South Africa: Youth Leadership in Peace, Politics, and Human Rights 75

Access and Diversity 76

Scholarships and Financial Aid 77

Application and Eligibility 78

The Experiment’s Educational Philosophy 79

Programs at a Glance 80

World Map 84

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On the cover: A participant on the India: Public Health and Community Development (Leadership Institute) program, learning a traditional community dance during a festival celebrated in the Uttarakhand region Photo taken by Leah Varjacques

Other photos courtesy of Jeff Woodward and Experiment students and staff

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Arts and

Social Change

Sustainability and

the Environment

Peace, Politics, and

Human Rights

Critical Global Issues

These programs provide participants with a focused exploration of critical issues shaping local communities around the world. Participants can explore the relationship between art, politics, and society in different historical periods, through our Arts and Social Change programs. Our Sustainability and the Environment programs expose participants to local, regional, and global perspectives on critical environmental challenges, diverse ecological systems, and natural resource conservation. Participants interested in peace, politics, and human rights can experience how community groups, individuals, and others worldwide have built bridges of peace, tolerance, and understanding to foster more democratic and equitable societies.

Language and Cultural Discovery

These programs are ideal for participants interested in history, language, travel, and culture. Participants are immersed in the cultural complexities of a new country and explore renowned historical sites, contemporary realities, and regional differences through a homestay and other meaningful community experiences. Many of these programs offer formal language training in and outside classroom settings.

Experiment Leadership Institute

These competitive programs are aimed at participants deeply interested in intercultural leadership, advocacy, and civic engagement. These programs are specifically focused on leadership development.

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Arts and

Social Change

Sustainability and

the Environment

• China: Cultural Traditions in the North

• China: Ethnic Minorities and Contemporary Culture

• France: French Culture and Regional Identity

• France: French Language and Culinary Traditions

• Japan: Language and Cultural Traditions

• Mongolia: Nomadic and Urban Cultures

• Morocco: Multiculturalism in the Arab World

• Peru: Ancient and Contemporary Cultures

• South Africa: Multiculturalism in an Urban and Rural Society • Spain: Language and Cultural Traditions

• Spain: Regional Cultures

• Tanzania: Coastal and Maasai Cultures

• Thailand: Buddhist Traditions and Contemporary Culture

• Germany: Contemporary Politics and the European Union

• Ireland: Irish Culture and Youth Empowerment

• Jordan: History, Politics, and Arabic Language

• Korea: Peace Studies

• Netherlands: Gender Equality and Human Rights

• Spain: Contemporary and Historic Cultural Diversity

• Spain: Technology and Social Innovation in Urban Culture

• Argentina: Photojournalism and Social Change

• France: Painting and Photography in Paris and Provence

• Japan: Japanimation—Anime and Manga

• Nicaragua and Cuba: Arts and Social Change

• Argentina: Community Service and the Great Outdoors • Costa Rica: Biodiversity, Ecology, and Sustainability • Ecuador: The Galápagos Islands and the Andes • Italy: Language and Local Food Culture

• Mexico: Marine Biology on the Baja Peninsula • Tanzania: Wildlife, Ecology, and Culture

• Vietnam: Ecology and Conservation

• India: Public Health and Community Development

• South Africa: Youth Leadership in Peace, Politics, and Human Rights

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Program Components

Homestay

Participants spend a portion of the program living as a mem-ber of a local host family, joining in the family’s daily lives and activities

City Stay

Time in a large, urban environment, such as the country’s capital city or another significant metropolitan area Rural Stay

Time in a rural and/or remote region; may include a village homestay

Community Service

Opportunities to work on a project designed by local organiza-tions and the individuals they serve while exploring concepts such as community development, social service, and volun-teerism in an international context. Some programs offer a community service certificate. See page 5 for details. Language Classes

Formal language classes taught by trained instructors; classes typically incorporate experiential learning activities inside and outside a classroom setting. Some programs offer a language instruction certificate. See page 5 for details.

Language Immersion

Opportunities to be immersed in the host language(s) through participation in non-English-speaking settings Culinary Training

Meaningful exposure to the food, recipes, and culinary techniques of the host country through hands-on activities, typically led by culinary experts

Hiking/Trekking

Time is spent hiking through terrain such as mountain passes, nature trails, forests, tropical valleys, or highlands

Outdoor Activities

Program includes activities such as snorkeling, biking, swim-ming, sailing, horseback riding, and/or zip lining

Rugged Travel

Program incorporates bus rides and/or other extended travel on bumpy roads or other rugged conditions

Camping

Program includes outdoor sleeping, typically in tents

Each Experiment program is composed of several of the following components, which add depth to the program theme. Component descriptions can be used as an overall guide to assist in choosing a program that best fits each student’s interests. The components associated with each program are listed on the individual program pages. A comparative component rating guide, which indicates the level of intensity of each component, is provided in the Programs at a Glance table on pages 80–83.

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Community Service and

Language Certification

Many of The Experiment in International Living’s summer abroad programs offer community service opportunities and/or for-mal language classes for participants, with the number of hours varying by program. Community service projects are designed by local organizations and the individuals they serve and explore concepts such as community development, service learning, and volunteerism in an international context.

Programs with Community Service Opportunities

High Intensity (25 hours or more)

Argentina: Community Service and the Great Outdoors (30–40 hours)

Costa Rica: Biodiversity, Ecology, and Sustainability (25–30 hours)

South Africa: Multiculturalism in an Urban and Rural Society (20–30 hours)

Tanzania: Coastal and Maasai Cultures (35–50 hours) Thailand: Buddhist Traditions and Contemporary Culture

(25–30 hours)

Medium Intensity (10–24 hours)

Ecuador: The Galápagos Islands and the Andes (10–15 hours)

Korea: Peace Studies (12–15 hours)

Mongolia: Nomadic and Urban Cultures (20–24 hours) Spain: Contemporary and Historic Cultural Diversity (15–20 hours)

Low Intensity (fewer than 10 hours)

Argentina: Photojournalism and Social Change (6–8 hours) Japan: Language and Cultural Traditions (3–7 hours) Jordan: History, Politics, and Arabic Language (4–6 hours) Morocco: Multiculturalism in the Arab World (3–5 hours) Nicaragua and Cuba: Arts and Social Change (3–5 hours) Peru: Ancient and Contemporary Cultures (7–8 hours)

Programs with Language Certification China: Cultural Traditions in the North (12–15 hours)

France: French Language and Culinary Traditions (12–15 hours) Italy: Language and Local Food Culture (9–10 hours)

Japan: Language and Cultural Traditions (40 hours) Jordan: History, Politics, and Arabic Language (40 hours) Spain: Language and Cultural Traditions (40 hours) Other programs include less formal language instruction without certification. See program components on each program page.

Participants who successfully complete more than 10 hours of community service will receive a community service certificate from The Experiment after their return to the US.

Participants who successfully complete a four-week program including formal language instruction will earn a certificate noting how many hours of language classes were completed.

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Experiment Group Leaders

Each Experiment group is accompanied by two trained adult leaders. Maximizing the safety and health of all participants is each group leader’s top priority.

Ongoing Support—From Program Start to Finish

Experimenters are met by their two group leaders at a specific meeting location in the designated port of depar-ture in the US. Group leaders immediately start engaging participants in conversations and ice-breaker activ-ities. Right away—and continuing throughout the in-country orientation—leaders work with Experimenters to increase their knowledge of the host country and culture, develop communication skills, and cultivate new attitudes and awareness.

During the course of the program, group leaders keep in close contact with homestay families, conduct group excursions, and guide participants through discussions of and reflections on their experiences.

At the end of the program, leaders help participants evaluate their experiences and assist them in considering how they can integrate what they learned about themselves and the world into their lives moving forward. Group Leader Qualifications

Experiment group leaders are chosen for their leadership skills, particularly in working with young people, and their cross-cultural experience and language competence. The Experiment selects group leaders who have the following qualities:

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience • Leadership experience working with high school

students

• Experience studying and living overseas

• Competence in the language of the host country Group leaders are responsible adults who support Experimenters in a number of ways.

Learn more about Experiment group leaders at experiment.org/group-leaders.

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Allie Barnes—Japan, Thailand

Allie is a veteran Experiment leader, twice co-leading the Japan: Language and Cultural Traditions program. A native of Indiana, she graduated from Earlham College with a BA in art and minors in Japanese studies and theater arts. She lived in Sitka, Alaska, serving as an AmeriCorps volunteer at a high school. Since fall 2014, Allie has been working toward her MA in international education at SIT Graduate Institute in Vermont, where she has also served as a program assistant for The Experiment.

Ryan Rockmore—Spain, The Netherlands

Ryan was an Experimenter to Spain in 2005 and is returning for the third time as a leader for The Experiment. Originally from Albany, New York, he holds a degree in Spanish education from New York University. After college, Ryan was awarded a one-year Fulbright research grant to Sevilla, Spain, and then completed an MA in dance anthropology at the University of Roehampton, London. He currently teaches high school Spanish in Brooklyn and serves as the faculty co-advisor for the school’s Gay-Straight Alliance.

Cortez Alexander—Jordan

Born and raised in Chicago, Cortez graduated from DePaul University with a major in inter-national studies and a minor in Arabic studies. He studied intensive Arabic as a summer U.S. State Department Critical Language Scholar in Morocco and spent an academic year at Koç University in Istanbul. Cortez has worked as a program assistant with WorldChicago and as a peer leader for World Learning’s Iraqi Youth Leadership Exchange and has served on the board of directors of the Chicago nonprofit Dreams for Kids.

Sarita Upadhyay—Costa Rica, Vietnam

A native of upstate New York, Sarita graduated from Cornell with a BS in natural and environmental systems and is currently a graduate student at the University of California, San Francisco. She has coordinated a teaching program in the Amazon in Ecuador, managed logistics and tours for a travel company in Peru, and worked in Chicago at an urban sustain-ability-themed think tank. Sarita has traveled extensively in Asia and is a PADI-certified Advanced Open Water Diver.

Daniel Morales-Armstrong—Morocco

Daniel was born and raised in New York City. He holds a BA in psychology and criminal justice from the University of Albany SUNY, a professional certificate in English language teaching from SIT Graduate Institute, and an MA in education from Harvard. He has worked as the lead administrator and advisor for college preparatory programs supporting high-achieving students of color in the Bronx and for the past year has been living in Rabat, Morocco, teaching high school and college students. Daniel was an Experimenter to Costa Rica in 2005.

Emily Robbins—Spain, Morocco, Jordan

Emily lives in Chicago, where she is a writer and translator of Arabic, Spanish, and Portuguese. She holds a BA from Swarthmore College, a certificate of education from the University of Pennsylvania, and an MFA from Washington University in St. Louis. She taught with Teach for America and served as a 2008 Fulbright fellow in Syria—which inspired her first novel, A Word for Love, forthcoming in 2016. Emily was an Experimenter to France in 2001, and has led four Experiment programs in Morocco and Spain.

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The Experiment places the highest priority on health, safety, and security. Each program follows a comprehensive structure designed to maximize the well-being of all participants while they engage in dynamic cross-cultural experiences. We have implemented specific risk management strategies that include a 24-hour emergency on-call service and regular safety reviews. We hire and train experienced adult group leaders and maintain longstanding partnerships with in-country offices to support each of our programs. Because socioeconomic, political, environmental, and medical conditions vary widely across the more than 20 countries in which The Experiment operates, health, safety, and security measures are specifically tailored to each location and to current circumstances. Support in the areas of health, safety, and security includes:

• Pre-departure preparation. The Experiment helps participants prepare for their program throughout the pre-departure process by providing sample itineraries, a student handbook, packing lists, travel logistics, and health guidelines that include recommendations related to immunizations and medications.

• In-country partners. Each Experiment group is supported by an extensive professional network of in-country resources such as partner offices, international educators, homestay coordinators, in-country co-leaders, and program guides. Our partner offices help us design each program and support our groups throughout the program period. These in-country professionals have access to communications, healthcare, and transportation infrastructure to make sure each student receives the highest quality attention and support.

• Two group leaders. Each Experiment group is accompanied by two trained adult leaders. Group leaders maintain ongoing contact with all participants throughout the program and work collaboratively with our in-country partners and The Experiment office in Vermont. For more information on Experiment group leaders, please see page 6.

• Comprehensive in-country orientation. Each program begins with an in-country orientation. The orientation focuses on increasing cultural knowledge—e.g., survival language skills and in-country norms—as well as developing participants’ cross-cultural communication skills and self-awareness, specifically within the context of the host country.

• Medical insurance. Each student is covered by the World Learning medical insurance policy, which provides accident and sickness coverage and emergency evacuation coverage. Please note that this insurance is intended to act as a secondary policy for participants who are already insured.

• Ongoing monitoring. The Experiment monitors US government advisories, considering those issued both by in-country embassies and consulates and by the U.S. Department of State in Washington,

DC. The Experiment also consults with academic and nongovernmental orga-nizations through the global networks of World Learning—The Experiment’s parent organization—and receives strong support through World Learning’s institutional risk management committee.

• Twenty-four-hour on-call support. The Experiment in International Living is supported by professional staff based at The Experiment’s headquarters in Brattleboro, Vermont. Our staff maintains a 24-hour on-call safety and emer-gency response system for any health, safety, or security concerns that might arise throughout the program. The Experiment can be reached toll-free within the US at 800 345-2929.

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The Homestay Experience

The homestay has been the cornerstone of Experiment

programs for more than 80 years. Living with a host family facilitates cultural immersion in a deeply meaningful way and provides a unique vantage point from which to better understand and experience the host country. It is through the homestay that Experimenters truly go from being a visitor of the host country to a fully immersed participant.

Homestay Placements

Our in-country partners work year round to match par-ticipants with the best possible families. Staff facilitate an extensive recruitment and vetting process that includes home visits and, where permissible, background checks. Host families attend orientation and pre-arrival sessions prior to meeting their homestay student. The Experiment also considers, as much as possible, the interests of both the student and the local host families when identifying homestay placements.

Experimenters are placed with families in the same region or town, which allows for group get-togethers, meetings, and cultural activities, and for participants to easily reach their group leaders. The homestay experience is between one and three weeks, depending on the program.

Other Accommodations

When not living with a homestay family, participants stay in appropriate accommodations with their group and group leaders. These accommodations may include guest houses, educational institutions, hostels, small hotels, or camps. See individual program pages in this catalog or on the web-site for program-specific details.

“ The strong bond I created with my host family was the best part of my summer abroad

with The Experiment. My host mother and I would wake up early in the morning for my

Spanish language classes and community service. Over tea, we talked a lot about our

relatives, the obstacles we have overcome, and the culture of Salta. My dad, despite

working early in the day and late at night, was always home for lunch. He would greet

me with a hug as he asked, ‘¿Cómo estás m’ija?’ My host parents treated me as if I was

one of their own children: they made me feel comfortable and at home.”

Rachel Galano, Experimenter to Argentina Warren Township High School

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Argentina:

Community Service

and the Great Outdoors

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PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

Theme: Sustainability and the Environment

Components: City stay, rural stay, community service, homestay, lan-guage classes, lanlan-guage immersion, hiking/trekking, outdoor activities, rugged travel, camping

Orientation: Buenos Aires, 4 days Homestay: Salta or Jujuy,* 14 days Other Accommodations: Hotels, campsite, hostels

Duration and Dates: 4 weeks, June 29–July 26

Prerequisites: Spanish (at least one year)

Depart/Return City: Miami Program Fee: $6,000 (does not include international airfare)

*Homestay locations can vary.

Experience the natural beauty of Argentina through a month of

cultural immersion, outdoor activities, and community service. Begin your Experiment in Argentina’s capital, where you and your group will explore the city’s art galleries, theaters, and boulevards and start practicing your Spanish. Sail by catamaran to the city’s surrounding islands to learn about the region’s ecology and biosystems.

From Buenos Aires, travel to colonial Salta La Linda, capital of the Salta province, on Argentina’s northern frontier, where you will spend two weeks sharing day-to-day life with an Argentine host family. During this period, work on a community service project, such as volunteering at a center for children with developmental disabilities or helping to renovate an orphanage or kindergarten. Participate in Spanish language classes with other members of your group and learn about local gaucho culture. Go white-water rafting or hike to a traditional ranch, where you will learn how to rope cattle. Con-tinue on to the small town of Chicoana, just south of the city of Salta, where you will assist in service activities such as painting or landscaping.

Then, embark on a week of outdoor exploration with your group and leaders. Ride horseback, stay on a large ranch, and enjoy traditional bar-becue. Travel through the mountains to the city of Cafayate, stopping at famous rock formations. In Cafayate, take a bike tour of the city and then ride to the sand dunes. Return to Buenos Aires for a final day of explora-tion and reflecexplora-tion.

Note: Participants should bring a horseback riding helmet with them on the program.

To learn more about this program, visit experiment.org/ARS.

At the conclusion of this program, each participant will earn a community service certificate noting how many hours of community service s/he completed.

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Argentina:

Photojournalism and Social Change

Develop your photography skills and practice your Spanish as you explore

Argentine society and social issues.

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Embark on a hands-on exploration

of photojournalism in Argentina by learning about the fundamentals of photography and the art of storytelling through images. Attend digital photography classes and photojournalism workshops, go on photo shoots, and visit local galler-ies. Become acquainted with issues relevant to a local community and, using your own creativity and self-expression, choose a subject matter and social issue to document through photographs. After learning how to design your own pinhole camera under the guidance of an Argentine artist, you and your group will conduct a series of photography workshops for schoolchildren in under-served communities.

During your time in the capital, learn about Argentine history and culture, visiting art museums, the Plaza de Mayo, and other important sites. Go beyond Buenos Aires’ well-known locations and explore diverse neigh-borhoods throughout the city with your group. Meet with local youth to gain a deeper understanding of Argentine life and contemporary social issues.

Continue practicing your Spanish as you experience Argentine daily life, food, and culture outside the capital city, particularly during the program’s two-week homestay in Rafaela or Santa Fe. In addition to daily activities with your host family—such as cooking traditional meals together—go on excursions with your group around the area, including to Rosario, one of Argentina’s largest cities and home to impressive ex-amples of neoclassical architecture, retained

throughout the centuries. During this time, work on your own photojournalism project, focusing on a social, economic, political, or cultural theme of your choice. Learn to use photography as an effective tool to commu-nicate and document the ideas, perspectives, knowledge, and stories you gather throughout your summer in Argentina. Near the end of the program, your group will organize a collabora-tive exhibition of your photography.

To learn more about this program, visit experiment.org/ARV.

PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

Theme: Arts and Social Change Components: City stay, community service, homestay, language im-mersion, hiking/trekking, outdoor activities

Orientation: Buenos Aires, 3–4 days Homestay: Rafaela or Santa Fe,* 14–16 days

Other Accommodations: Hotels Duration and Dates: 4 weeks, June 28–July 25

Prerequisites: Spanish (at least one year)

Depart/Return City: Miami or Houston

Program Fee: $6,200 (does not include international airfare)

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China:

Cultural Traditions in the North

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PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

Theme: Language and Cultural Discovery

Components: City stay, rural stay, community service, homestay, lan-guage classes, lanlan-guage immersion, hiking/trekking, outdoor activities, rugged travel, camping

Orientation: Beijing, 3–4 days Homestays: Chengde,* 6–8 days; Buyang-zhuang,* 5 days

Other Accommodations: Hotels, hostels, and gers

Depart/Return City: San Francisco Program Fee: $5,400 (does not include international airfare)

US citizens require a visa for this program. Participants will work with The Experiment’s visa agency to acquire and pay for a visa. Please see our website for details.

Explore traditional and ancient sites

in central and northern China as you travel from the bustling city of Beijing to the grasslands of In-ner Mongolia. Learn or expand upon your Chinese language skills through formal language classes and conversations with Chinese people you meet throughout the program. Experience contrasting Chinese-speaking Han communities, particularly during the program’s two very different homestays. Attend performances of Chinese folk music and acrobatics, buy fresh food in local markets, and prepare a Chinese meal. Learn even more about China through close interaction with Chinese peers.

The program begins in China’s capital city, Beijing, where you will immedi-ately begin deepening your understanding of China’s history through visits to important cultural and historical sites such as Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Great Wall. Travel to Inner Mongolia, where you’ll meet herdsmen, enjoy Mongolian food, and learn about Mongolian cul-ture. Your China Experiment continues in the city of Chengde, where you will have Chinese lessons and a week-long homestay. Your group will then be joined by Chinese high school students for part of the program.

Gain new and entirely different perspectives on daily life in China during your stay in the Han rural village Buyang-zhuang, accompanied by your Chinese peers. Hike up nearby mountains and participate in farming activ-ities such as plowing. Continue on to the historic city of Qufu, the home-town of Confucius, before saying goodbye to your new Chinese friends. The program concludes with three days of

exploration and reflection in Shanghai, where you will visit a number of important sites such as Yuyuan Garden, Old City, Longhua Temple, the Museum of Contemporary Art, Nanjing Road, or The Bund.

To learn more about this program, visit experiment.org/CHD.

At the conclusion of this program, each participant will earn a language certificate noting how many hours of language classes s/he completed.

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China:

Ethnic Minorities and Contemporary Culture

Discover the traditions and contemporary daily lives of China’s remote

minority cultures in the South.

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PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

Components: City stay, rural stay, community service, homestay, language classes, language immersion, outdoor activities, rugged travel

Orientation: Beijing, 3–4 days Homestays: Guiyang,* 5–6 days; Xijiang,* 5–6 days

Other Accommodations: Hotels and hostels

Depart/Return City: San Francisco Program Fee: $5,400 (does not include international airfare)

US citizens require a visa for this program. Participants will work with The Experiment’s visa agency to acquire and pay for a visa. Please see our website for details.

Experience the rich cultural diversity of China

in a program that will introduce you to remote ethnic minority cultures in China, including Miao, Dong, Buyi, and Zhuang communities. Learn about the history of these cultures and current government policies affecting these minority communities. Spend time in the beautiful and remote rural landscape of southern China. Be introduced to field plowing and rice production and learn about traditional crafts and trades such as papermak-ing, watercolor paintpapermak-ing, batik, embroidery, weavpapermak-ing, and blacksmithing. Contrast daily life in rural communities with life in the cities of Beijing, Shanghai, Luoyang, and Xi’an.

Begin your exploration of China’s cultures in the capital city, Beijing, where you’ll see important sites such as Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Great Wall. Next, discover the rich history of Luoyang, one of the four great ancient capitals of China. Visit temples and learn about the his-tory of Buddhism in China. Spend time in Xi’an, one of China’s oldest cities. Take Chinese language lessons and see important historical and cultural sites, including the famous Terra-Cotta Warriors. Two homestay expe-riences—one in a city and one in a rural village—allow you to experience daily life in China in very different contexts.

Throughout the program, you’ll attend performances of traditional danc-ing and sdanc-ingdanc-ing and see stunndanc-ing natural sites such as Huangguoshu Waterfall National Park and Moon Hill. End your experience in China with three days of exploration and reflection in Shanghai, where

you will visit a number of important sites such as Yuyuan Garden, Old City, Longhua Temple, the Museum of Contemporary Art, Nanjing Road, and The Bund. Chinese high school students will accompany you during a portion of the program. To learn more about this program, visit experiment.org/CHE.

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Costa Rica:

Biodiversity, Ecology, and Sustainability

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PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

Theme: Sustainability and the Environment

Components: City stay, rural stay, community service, homestay, lan-guage immersion, hiking/trekking, outdoor activities, rugged travel Orientation: San José, 2–3 days Homestay: Pejibaye, Santa María de Dota, or Palmichal de Acosta,* 12–14 days

Other Accommodations: Hotels, lodges, cabins

Depart/Return City: Miami Program Fee: $5,950 (does not include international airfare)

Hike and paddle through Costa Rica’s diverse regions and

ecosystems, and witness firsthand the country’s environmental sustainability efforts. Spend time in nature reserves and national parks, kayak in the Golfo Dulce, and observe the beauty of Costa Rica’s coastline. Visit rain forests and learn about Costa Rica’s tropical birds, indigenous animals, and plants. Learn about a local community’s ongoing conservation initiatives related to wildlife. Visit a farm engaged in sustainable agriculture practices. An expe-rienced Costa Rican naturalist will accompany your group throughout the program.

Gain new and unique perspectives on Costa Rica’s culture and communities while living for two weeks with a host family. Work alongside host family members and other local residents on a community service project that focuses on rural development and ecological sustainability. Practice your Spanish through daily interactions with your host family. Enjoy nature hikes, meals of gallo pinto, and cultural exchange activities with host family mem-bers and your Experiment group.

Throughout the program, you and your group will participate in outdoor, experiential activities, including hiking and paddling. The program begins and ends in the country’s capital, San José, where you can learn more about Costa Rican history and culture with visits to museums and the San José Central Market.

To learn more about this program, visit experiment.org/CSS.

At the conclusion of this program, each participant will earn a community service certificate noting how many hours of community service s/he completed.

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Ecuador:

The Galápagos Islands and the Andes

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PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

Components: City stay, rural stay, community service, homestay, lan-guage classes, lanlan-guage immersion, hiking/trekking, outdoor activities, rugged travel

Orientation: Quito, 2 days Homestay: Riobamba,* 8–9 days Other Accommodations: Hostels or hotels

Prerequisites: Spanish (at least one year)

Depart/Return City: Miami

Program Fee: $6,500 (does not include international airfare)

Explore Ecuador’s various geographical areas: the Andes Mountains,

the upper Amazon basin, and the Galápagos archipelago. In each location, learn about the richness of Ecuador’s ecology and wildlife and the importance of preserving it. Investigate rare plant and animal species on the Galápagos Islands. Go on excursions to mountains, hot springs, and a primary forest. Paddle into the heart of the jungle on a guided canoe expedition and learn about indigenous Ecuadorian traditions.

Your discovery of Ecuador’s ecology takes place throughout every stage of the program. On your first excursion, see the rivers and diverse wildlife of the Mindo Nambillo cloud forest. In the Amazon basin, see the stunning waterfalls of the Baños and observe monkeys and exotic birds as you canoe down the Napo River. During your homestay week, hike up from the first base camp to the second shelter (16,400 feet above sea level) of Chimborazo, an inactive volcano that reaches 20,800 feet above sea level, and then bike down through a beautiful Andean landscape. The program’s four days in the Galápagos will give you the opportunity to learn about the fragile ecology and unique biodiversity of these remarkable islands. Cruise by night from island to island, swim along-side seals in lava grottoes, explore mangrove forests and flamingo lagoons, and observe the courtship displays of rare tropical birds.

You’ll also experience Ecuadorian cities and learn about the country’s history and cultures. See the gold-inlayed sixteenth-century churches and colonial buildings of Quito’s Old Town. Ride a train to Devil’s Nose. Improve your Spanish language skills through interactive lessons and

conversations with local residents. Riobamba, a small city surrounded by the snow-capped Andes, provides the setting for a weeklong homestay. Share daily activities such as sports, movies, and walks through town with your host family. Learn how to prepare ceviche or empana-das and, working alongside a local nonprofit, par-ticipate in a three-day community service project. To learn more about this program, visit experiment.org/ECA.

At the conclusion of this program, each participant will earn a community service certificate noting how

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France:

French Culture and Regional Identity

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PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

Components: City stay, culinary training, homestay, language immer-sion, outdoor activities

Orientation: Paris, 2–4 days Homestay: Saint-Raphaël, Nîmes, or Nice (near the Italian border); Saint-Dié-des-Vosges or Nancy (near the German border); Castres (near the Spanish border),* 11–12 days

Depart/Return City: New York Program Fee: $5,300 (does not include international airfare)

Travel from Paris to a French border community

and then to a neighboring country as you explore regional cultures and identities. The program commences with an immersive introduction to French history and culture in Paris. Visit famous sites and museums—such as the Champs-Élysées, Arc de Triomphe, Eiffel Tower, or Louvre—throughout the city. Explore diverse neighborhoods, navigate the metro, and sample French cuisine in street-side cafés as you deepen your understanding of Parisian culture and the city’s role within France.

Following orientation, travel with your group to a community in southern France near the Italian border, to a French community near the German border, or to a community near the Spanish border. Become fully im-mersed in the daily life of a French family during a 12-day homestay. Take advantage of the opportunity—afforded by the homestay—to learn some French and to gain a unique glimpse into French life and culture.

After saying goodbye to your host family, cross the French border with your group into either Italy, Germany, or Spain to explore the landscapes and culture of a French neighbor. Whether you’re strolling through pictur-esque villages in Alsace, exploring the French Riviera, or visiting beauti-ful Cinque Terre or Barcelona on the Mediterranean, you’ll gain deeper insight into the diversity of France and the culture of an adjacent country. To learn more about this program, visit

experiment.org/FRR.

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France:

French Language and

Culinary Traditions

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Embark on a culinary and language journey

through France. Explore multiple regions of the country known for their culinary specialties. Learn about French cheeses, sweets, and pastries. Take culinary classes at the Institut Paul Bocuse in Lyon. Engage with professional chefs, meet with farmers and producers, visit local markets, and learn how to cook local recipes such as macarons and nougat.

Further enhance your knowledge of French language during a week of formal language instruction. Put your language skills to use during the program’s homestay, which ranges from 12 to 15 days.

The program begins and ends in Paris, giving you time to explore France’s beautiful and historic capital. Together with your group, join local residents in a café for a morning croissant before navigating the streets of Paris to the Champs-Élysées, Arc de Triomphe, Eiffel Tower, or Louvre. Sample traditional baguettes, cheeses, and local specialties and enjoy a picnic on the Seine’s famous left bank or in one of the city’s many parks. Explore the Montmartre art district beneath the spires of Sacré-Coeur and dine at tiny cafés that serve regional specialties from across France.

To learn more about this program, visit experiment.org/FRC.

PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

Components: City stay, culinary training, homestay, language classes, language immersion, outdoor activities Orientation: Paris, 2–4 days

Homestay: Les Baux-de-Provence, Pierrelatte, Vannes, Saint-Malo, Nantes, or Blois,* 12–15 days Other Accommodations: Hotels, manoir (manor)

Prerequisites: French (at least one year)

Depart/Return City: New York Program Fee: $7,500 (does not include international airfare)

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France:

Painting and Photography

in Paris and Provence

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PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

Theme: Arts and Social Change Components: City stay, homestay, language immersion, outdoor activities

Orientation: Paris, 2–4 days Homestay: Les Baux-de-Provence,* 13–15 days

Prerequisites: French (at least one year)

Embark on a creative exploration

of French art and culture, from the “City of Light” to the French countryside. Visit galleries and world-renowned museums—such as the Musée d’Orsay and the Louvre— and have drawing, painting, and photography sessions under the guidance of a French artist. Trace the footsteps of the famous artists who have been inspired by the region of Provence, including Cézanne and Van Gogh. Learn the art of Provençal watercolor, and fill a canvas with your own impressions of Provence’s landscapes and extraordinary beauty. Visit photo exhibits in the National Museum of Modern Art in Paris, set up a photo shoot in Père Lachaise or the Belleville Market, and explore Paris’s arrondissements with a French photojournalist.

During the homestay period in Les Baux-de-Provence, meet with lo-cal artists and craftsmen, participate in a pottery workshop, and enjoy regional food, while becoming fully immersed in the daily life of a French family and community. Take day excursions with your host family or Ex-periment group to nearby cities of historical and artistic significance, such as Marseille, Avignon, and/or Arles. You’ll also create a carnet de voyage (travel book) with assistance from a French artist. As your artistic journey unfolds, take advantage of continuous opportunities to enhance your French language skills and knowledge of French culture.

Note: Participants should bring a working digital camera with them on the program. A drawing kit will be supplied once in France.

To learn more about this program, visit experiment.org/FRD.

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Germany:

Contemporary Politics

and the European Union

Spend time in Germany, Belgium, and the Netherlands as you explore German politics,

contemporary youth culture, and the European Union.

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PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

Theme: Peace, Politics, and Human Rights

Components: City stay, rural stay, homestay, language classes, lan-guage immersion

Orientation: Berlin, 6 days Homestay: Niederalteich,* 10–12 days

Other Accommodations: Hostels Duration and Dates: 4 weeks, June 29–July 28

Gain fascinating insight into the European Union,

a

Nobel Peace Prize–winning institution, and the role Germany has played in advancing peace, democracy, and human rights in Europe. Study Germany’s political system and get a taste of German life in Berlin. Visit the major seats of EU governance in Brussels and discuss youth issues in Bonn. Attend workshops that explore topics related to peacekeeping, anti-discrimination, politics, and the EU’s institutional structure.

As you travel from north to south, and across national borders, you will spend time in Berlin, Niederalteich, Brussels, Bonn, Munich, and Maas-tricht. The program begins with a six-day stay in Berlin that includes German language instruction and a meeting with a member of the German Bundestag. Continue on to Bavaria, where you will share daily life with a German family during a homestay in Niederalteich and attend school with German students. Spend a day exploring the city of Munich with your group.

Continue on to Brussels, where you will visit an important EU institution and international NGO and gain important insight into how the EU works. Participate in a youth-rights workshop in Bonn and discuss youth issues in Germany and around the world with “Youth for Europe” members. Excur-sion highlights include a daylong visit to the 2,000-year-old city of Co-logne; a boat ride on the river Rhine; and visits to the UN Campus in Bonn, Deutsche Welle TV, and Haus der Geschichte. Cross the border into the Netherlands for a full-day excursion in the

historic city of Maastricht, where the Treaty on European Union was signed. The program concludes in Frankfurt.

To learn more about this program, visit experiment.org/GEH.

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Ireland:

Irish Culture and Youth Empowerment

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PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

Components: City stay, rural stay, community service, homestay, outdoor activities

Orientation: Cork, 4 days Homestay: Clonmel,* 5–6 days Other Accommodations: Hotels, university dormitory

Duration and Dates: 3 weeks, July 16–August 7

* Homestay locations can vary. Students are paired (i.e., two students per host family).

Begin the program in the historic city of Cork,

where you

will have orientation and skills-building workshops focused on leadership and youth empowerment. Explore Ireland’s countryside, visit the Blarney Stone and the historic town of Cobh, and meet with Irish young people who have brought about positive change in their communities. Then, de-part Cork for your homestay in County Tipperary, where you will experience Irish daily life and participate in a service project in your host community. Share in the daily activities of your host family to better acclimate to Irish life and culture.

A highlight of the program is attending the Albert Schweitzer Leadership for Life Conference on the National University of Ireland campus in May-nooth. The conference brings together more than 300 youth from Ireland and around the world for a week of intensive learning, development, and skills-building around leadership. During the conference, you will complete modules of the Leadership for Life program, learning how to help enact societal and personal change through core social skills including self- awareness, collaboration, problem solving, empathy, and relationship building. During the conference, you will also work on a team project investigating local, community, and global issues. You will be awarded a certificate upon completion of the modules.

Conclude your program with time in Dublin. Visit cathedrals, Georgian squares and townhouses, and places of historical and political significance as your group reflects on your extraordinary

summer in Ireland.

To learn more about this program, visit experiment.org/IRP.

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Italy:

Language and Local Food Culture

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Explore local foods and the Italian communities,

traditions, and cultures to which they are connected. Spend several days in a gorgeous Tuscan town, where you will take Italian language lessons and explore the art and landscape of the surrounding area. Focus on the Slow Food move-ment and the importance of seasonal, organic, and locally grown food of different regions. Spend eight days at a prestigious cooking school in Asti, preparing traditional Italian dishes under the guidance of a skilled chef. The program’s culinary excursions include visiting organic farms, the famous University of Gastronomic Sciences in Pollenzo, and an agrigelateria to see how artisanal ice cream is made.

Continue to practice your Italian language skills as you share daily life with an Italian family during the program’s homestay. Use your new language skills to buy fresh food in outdoor markets and to engage in daily inter-actions with host family members and other Italians. Discover the stories behind the unique foods of different regions of Italy while having hands-on culinary experiences. Whether it’s sampling homemade chocolates, conducting olive oil tastings, or making pizza, the program is designed to deepen your understanding of the intimate links between food, sustain-ability, and culture, within the context of Italy and beyond.

Conclude the program with two days of exploration and reflection in Venice. Visits to Rome, with its beautiful fountains and monuments, Vatican City, Florence, Piedmont, and other areas of cultural and historic significance in Italy are incorporated into the program.

To learn more about this program, visit experiment.org/ITC.

PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

Components: City stay, rural stay, culinary training, homestay, language classes, language immersion, out-door activities

Orientation: Rome, 3 days Homestay: Ravenna, Desenzano, or Naples,* 12 days

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Japan:

Japanimation—Anime and Manga

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PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

Theme: Arts and Social Change Components: City stay, homestay, language classes, language immer-sion

Orientation: Tokyo, 3 days Homestay: Tomakomai, Otaru, Bihoro, or Nanae,* 7–9 days Other Accommodations: Hotels and/or hostels

Depart/Return City: Los Angeles Program Fee: $6,800 (does not include international airfare)

Explore Japanese culture through the arts

of anime and manga. Work with professional artists who have experience in the Japanese anime and manga industries and Japanese student animators in Tokyo. Take introductory classes in character development, animation, manga techniques, and voiceover recording. Immerse yourself in Japan’s vibrant pop culture through visits to museums and neighborhoods synonymous with “Cool Japan.” Gain in-depth knowledge of the anime industry and tips to improve your manga. Develop skills to design and animate your own character.

Deepen your perspectives on Japanese culture by living with a host family on the northern island of Hokkaido, Japan’s largest prefecture and home to national parks, dense forests, mountains, and the Ainu culture. Enjoy meals of miso ramen, visit a local school and Buddhist temple, and study the art of Japanese calligraphy as you share daily life with your host family. The program begins and ends in Tokyo, one of the world’s most populous cities. Wander through the busy market streets of Ameyoko, ride the es-calators at Ginza’s skyscraping department stores, and consult the oracle at Sensō-ji, the oldest temple in Tokyo. Through a diversity of program activities—small-group language lessons and activities with Japanese teachers; time with Japanese students; visits to shrines, temples, and hot springs; participation in a Japanese tea ceremony; and others—you will gain in-depth insight into historical and contemporary Japan.

To learn more about this program, visit experiment.org/JLN.

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Japan:

Language and Cultural Traditions

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PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

Components: City stay, community service, homestay, language classes, language immersion

Orientation: Tokyo, 3 days Homestay: Bihoro, Nanae, Tomakomai, or Otaru,* 7–9 days Other Accommodations: Hotels, hostels, pensions, and/or temple stay

Depart/Return City: Los Angeles Program Fee: $6,700 (does not include international airfare)

Study Japanese, live with a host family, and explore

the cultural and historical sights of Tokyo, Sapporo, and Kyoto. While in Sapporo, receive 40 hours of formal language instruction—provided at three language levels—in small-group, interactive formats. Practice reading and writing hiragana and kanji with Japanese teachers. Have language exchanges with local students. Focus on communication skills for everyday life and your upcoming homestay. Take time to sample local delicacies, order gyoza and sushi at local restaurants, explore Japan’s natural beauty, and learn about the indigenous Ainu culture of Hokkaido. Visit the homes of local college students to learn about Japanese home life and cook together. Further enhance your Japanese and deepen your understanding of culture and family life in Japan through the program’s homestay. Learn to cook homemade soba noodles or to roll your own sushi with your host parents and hang out with your host siblings. Take advantage of opportunities to learn the art of Japanese flower arrangement or the tea ceremony. Activ-ities during this time could also include visiting a local school, practicing Zen meditation, or participating in a traditional festival.

Your exploration through Japan continues as you spend several days exploring the temples, markets, and shrines of ancient Kyoto. Hike to Nijō Castle, home to the ancient imperial court, and visit the golden-walled Kinkaku-ji temple. The program begins and ends in Tokyo, where you and your group explore the famous sites, museums, and diverse neighborhoods of one of the world’s most populous cities.

To learn more about this program, visit experiment.org/JAL.

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Jordan:

History, Politics, and Arabic Language

Spend your summer learning or advancing your Arabic language skills while exploring

Jordan’s social, political, and environmental landscapes.

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PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

Components: City stay, rural stay, community service, homestay, language classes, language immersion, outdoor activities, rugged travel, camping Orientation: Amman, 2-3 days Homestays: Amman,* 22 days; rural Bedouin community,* 2–3 days Other Accommodations: Hotels and one night of camping at Wadi Rum Duration and Dates: 4 weeks, June 28–July 27

Depart/Return City: New York Program Fee: $5,800 (does not include international airfare)

US citizens require a visa for this program; students will purchase the visa on arrival in Jordan. Please see our website for details.

Immediately begin practicing Arabic

and experiencing

Jordanian history, culture, and contemporary day-to-day life as you explore Jordan’s capital city, Amman, with other members of your group during an interactive orientation. Quickly deepen your immersion in Jor-danian culture as you commence your Amman homestay experience. For four weeks, you will gain tremendous insights into Jordan’s culture and daily life, and you can take advantage of around-the-clock opportunities and real-world situations to practice, with your host family and neighbors, the language you’re learning in the classroom. Receive a total of 40 hours of formal Arabic language instruction in small classes composed of Experi-ment participants only.

Expand your understanding and knowledge of present-day Jordan through thematic workshops and discussions on Jordanian politics, Islam, democ-racy, human rights, the role of refugees, and multiculturalism. Experience firsthand ongoing debates surrounding Jordan’s environmental and natu-ral resource challenges. Through cultunatu-ral activities, such as tea nights and cooking classes, take part in Jordan’s culinary culture. Complete four to six hours of community service, partnering on a local development project. Continue advancing your Arabic while exploring Jordan’s ancient history and present-day resources, cultures, and communities outside of Amman. Spend time with a Bedouin community, one of Jordan’s most distinct and well-known groups. Visit the Dead Sea, the most spectacular natural landscape in Jordan. Explore Petra, a treasure

of the ancient world and a UNESCO World Heritage site, and visit the Rocky Mountains of Wadi Rum. The program begins and concludes in Amman.

To learn more about this program, visit experiment.org/JOL.

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Korea:

Peace Studies

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PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

Components: City stay, rural stay, community service, homestay, lan-guage classes, lanlan-guage immersion, hiking/trekking, outdoor activities Orientation: Seoul, 7 days Homestay: Jeonju or Busan,* 7–10 days

Other Accommodations: Guest house, temple, dormitory, and hostel Duration and Dates: 4 weeks, June 29–July 27

Depart/Return City: San Francisco Program Fee: $6,000 (does not include international airfare)

Journey through Korea’s past and present

during a summer

of peace studies and cultural immersion. The program’s different com-ponents and excursions to different regions will provide you with diverse perspectives on contemporary life in Korea and the country’s ongoing challenges related to peace and development. Deepen your knowledge of Korea’s socio-political development by engaging with historians, econo-mists, and prominent members of civil society.

Throughout the program, you will be immersed in contemporary South Korean life and culture. Following the multiday orientation in Seoul—the country’s political, economic, and cultural center—live with a Korean host family in Jeonju or Busan, participating in their daily activities. Learn about religious traditions and the art of meditation alongside Buddhist monks during the program’s temple stay. Near the end of the program, experience the beautiful landscapes, coastal towns, and national parks of mountainous Gangwon province during an exploration of the country’s northeast.

The program includes formal Korean language instruction, visits to important historical and cultural sites such as palaces and museums, a community service project arranged by a local organization, and numerous opportunities to experience Korean food and popular culture.

To learn more about this program, visit experiment.org/KRS. At the conclusion of this program, each participant

will earn a community service certificate noting how many hours of community service s/he completed.

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Make Your Summer Matter Innovative summer abroad programs for high school students

The Experiment in International Living

The Experiment Difference

Contents

Programs

Arts and

Social Change

Sustainability and

the Environment

Peace, Politics, and

Human Rights

Critical Global Issues

Language and Cultural Discovery

Experiment Leadership Institute

Arts and

Social Change

Sustainability and

the Environment

Program Components

Community Service and

Language Certification

Experiment Group Leaders

The Homestay Experience

“ The strong bond I created with my host family was the best part of my summer abroad

with The Experiment. My host mother and I would wake up early in the morning for my

Spanish language classes and community service. Over tea, we talked a lot about our

relatives, the obstacles we have overcome, and the culture of Salta. My dad, despite

working early in the day and late at night, was always home for lunch. He would greet

me with a hug as he asked, ‘¿Cómo estás m’ija?’ My host parents treated me as if I was

one of their own children: they made me feel comfortable and at home.”

Argentina:

Community Service

and the Great Outdoors

PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

Experience the natural beauty of Argentina through a month of

Argentina:

Photojournalism and Social Change

Develop your photography skills and practice your Spanish as you explore

Argentine society and social issues.

Embark on a hands-on exploration

PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

China:

Cultural Traditions in the North

PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

Explore traditional and ancient sites

China:

Ethnic Minorities and Contemporary Culture

Discover the traditions and contemporary daily lives of China’s remote

minority cultures in the South.

PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

Experience the rich cultural diversity of China

Costa Rica:

Biodiversity, Ecology, and Sustainability

PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

Hike and paddle through Costa Rica’s diverse regions and

Ecuador:

The Galápagos Islands and the Andes

PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

Explore Ecuador’s various geographical areas: the Andes Mountains,

France:

French Culture and Regional Identity

PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

Travel from Paris to a French border community

France:

French Language and

Culinary Traditions

Embark on a culinary and language journey

PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

France:

Painting and Photography

in Paris and Provence

PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

Embark on a creative exploration

Germany:

Contemporary Politics

and the European Union

Spend time in Germany, Belgium, and the Netherlands as you explore German politics,

contemporary youth culture, and the European Union.

PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

Gain fascinating insight into the European Union,