HTM International Learning Opportunities
[1569011750].jpg)
Costa Rica
SAN JOSE, COSTA RICA - ¡Pura Vida! Join us on an adventure in the tourism capital of Central America – experience not only rainforest hikes, white-water rafting, and zip lining; but also the Tico Pura Vida culture through experiences like chocolate making and Latin American dance classes. Explore national parks and natural areas, stay in eco-lodges, Costa Rican University dorms, and even spend a night with a Costa Rican family.
Students will register for a total of 6 credits:
HTM 175*: International Food and Culture (3 credits) AND
HTM 368**: Geotourism (3 credits) OR
HTM 399: Independent Study
*Fulfills General Education Global Perspectives Requirement
**Fulfills a course in General Education Issues: Sustainability
Program Director:
Gail Zemmol, [email protected]
HTM Faculty-Led Study Abroad
Costa Rica: Geotourism & International Food and Culture Page
Charles and Susan Baker-Clark Hospitality and Tourism Management Scholarship for Study Abroad
The purpose of this scholarship is to assist HTM students with the cost of their study abroad program.
- Must be an undergraduate student enrolled for three credits hours or more with a declared major in HTM.
- Must be accepted to participate in an HTM filed study course with an international component and/or a HTM faculty-led study abroad program
- Must be meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress standards
The Charles and Susan Baker-Clark HTM Scholarship is created in honor of Dr. Charles Baker-Clark, former HTM Department Chair, and his wife Susan Baker-Clark, both long-time supporters of internationalization and study abroad opportunities for GVSU students.