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Students who are attracted to CDAE's International Program have holistic views of the world and are action orientated. They don't want to wait four years before making a difference in the world.
The International Program is small yet growing with projects in Honduras, St. Lucia, Dominica, and Costa Rica. One of the program's strengths is that it allows for the integration of a student's individual interests into teams that include both UVM faculty and students and international partners in developing countries.
Most projects in the International Program span several years, in which UVM faculty members ensure continuity and support. Many students become deeply involved in their projects and return for a second or even third trip, themselves becoming bridges for other students. This allows students to significantly expand projects and they have transformed those experiences into grants and honor theses.
Community and International Development learning goals are to:
- Learn trans-disciplinary theories, methods, and tools that support sustainable and ethical community development.
- Engage in service learning opportunities supporting community development.
- Integrate applied economic, ecological, and policy principles in advancing sustainable community development.
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