HAVE YOU ALWAYS WANTED TO GO TO AFRICA? ARE YOU INTERESTED IN AFRICAN WILDLIFE AND CONSERVATION? DON’T MISS YOUR CHANCE TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS AMAZING AFRICAN EXPERIENCE!!
We’re now accepting applications for our 2018 study abroad program – SUSTAINING SOUTH AFRICAN WILDLIFE: CASH, CRIME, CONFLICTS AND CONSERVATION July 27 – August 20, 2018!! Be sure to see the information below and program website (https://osa.isp.msu.edu/Programs/program/index/108255 ). If you'd like more information, please email me and I'll send you PDFs of the program brochure and informational powerpoint, as well as answer any questions you might have. We can take no more than 12 students, and I’d absolutely love it if we had 12 conservation minded students that applied and wanted to go! The application deadline for the 2018 summer study abroad programs is March 1, but applicants are admitted on a rolling admission basis and we hope to be full by February. So, don’t wait to apply. Don't miss an opportunity to participate this AMAZING Study Abroad program to South Africa. JOIN US IN SOUTH AFRICA!!! Jim Schneider [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> 517-353-2979 ======================================== Conservation and Biodiversity in South African Parks and Nature Reserves https://osa.isp.msu.edu/Programs/program/index/105673 Summer 2014: July 17 – August 13, 2014 Program Description Wildlife in Africa are under attack! Rhino and elephant populations are declining at a staggering rate, due to the illegal taking and trade in horns and ivory. Which species are next? What’s being done to manage, protect and sustain these wildlife populations and the biodiversity of the region? This program, offered by the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, will be based at the Southern African Wildlife College (http://www.wildlifecollege.org.za) within the Kruger ecosystem. We’ll explore the economic impacts that the illegal wildlife trade, as well as ecotourism plays, in wildlife conservation; how South Africa is dealing with the onslaught of poaching and other wildlife crimes; how local communities are working for or against protecting wildlife; discuss human-wildlife conflicts; examine the role of hunting and the hunting industry, culling and diseases have on wildlife conservation and protection; as well as compare the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation to South Africa’s model. Students will interact with government officials, land managers and game rangers. Students will spend 3 weeks in the great Kruger ecosystem, exploring these vital questions. A majority of the student’s time during this program will involve hands-on learning activities, with significant time in field, on safari and observing wildlife first hand! ** ACTIVITY HIGHLIGHTS - Rhino & Elephant capture (tagging/collaring); bushwalks; night game drives; wildlife viewing and camping throughout Kruger National Park.** This is a once in a lifetime conservation adventure! Academic Overview Students will be required to enroll for six (6) credits in the following course: FW 480 International Studies in Fisheries and Wildlife 6 cr. Additional Requirements This program is primarily intended for undergraduate and graduate students majoring in biological sciences, environmental biology, natural resource management, wildlife ecology, zoology, or a related field, but students from all academic majors, as well as students from other universities, that are interested in wildlife conservation are encouraged to apply. Students must be in good academic standing, with a grade point average of at least 2.0 at the time of application. Meeting this minimum grade point average does not, however, guarantee admission. Preference will be given to students with a biological, environmental, natural resource or fisheries and wildlife-related background. Additionally, students must submit an essay with their application stating why they wish to participate in this program. It should be noted that not all activities involved in this program are accessible to individuals with disabilities. Applicants’ participation may be denied or their participation approval may be revoked if their conduct before departure raises doubts as to their suitability for program participation. Housing Overview Accommodations will include walled, safari style, tents, with cots while at the Southern African Wildlife College; and tent camping while in Kruger National Park. Most meals are included. How much does it cost? The program fee for 2018 is $3,520 and includes the following: * application fee ($100) * deposit ($200) * pre-departure orientation * accommodations * most meals * local transportation * accident and sickness insurance * field trips Amounts not included in the program fee for which participants will need to budget include: * MSU tuition and fees* * airfare * beverages * books and supplies * laundry * passport application fee * visa application fees (if applicable) * pre-departure doctor visits * pre-departure immunizations (if applicable) * personal spending money Excluding tuition and fees*, these additional costs are estimated at $2,485. Students may request a cost sheet which lists both the program fee and an estimate of additional expenses by contacting the Office of Study Abroad at (517) 353-8920. ******************************************* JIM SCHNEIDER - Undergraduate Program Coordinator Senior Specialist - Adviser & Certified Wildlife Biologist ® Michigan State University Department of Fisheries and Wildlife Academic Advising Center Natural Resources Building 480 Wilson Road, Room 40B East Lansing, MI 48824-1222 Office: 517-353-9091 Fax: 517-432-1699 E-Mail: [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> FW Web Site: http://www.fw.msu.edu/ WHO WILL? SPARTANS WILL *******************************************
