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Study Renewable Energy in Costa Rica
July 25 - Aug 5,
2012
NJCU and The Latino Institute will sponsor two to three NJCU
students to participate in the GREEN program in Liberia, Costa Rica. This
twelve day program focuses on alternative energy and sustainability:
Geothermal, Bio-Cogeneration,
Low-Pressure Hydroelectric, High Pressure Hydroelectric, Wind Energy, Solar
. The program includes hands-on site visits and
tours.
Visit the GREEN program website
http://greenworknow.com for details.
NJCU and The Latino Institute will cover all program
costs, including program fees, accommodations, meals and activities for two
NJCU students.
Students will be responsible
for airfare to Liberia, Costa Rica [approx $550] and personal expenses [approx
$300 recommended]. The following costs will be covered:
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Health & Emergency Medical Insurance
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In-Country Transportation
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Accommodations
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Meals
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Nightly cultural activities
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Ten
Adventure Excursions including Waterfalls, Hot Springs, Rafting, Jungle Hikes,
Zip-Lining, Beach Trips and More
Application Requirements:
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Participants must be at least 18 years old
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Must have a passport that is valid at least
until February 2013
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Visa requirements: US Citizens and most
permanent residents do not require a visa to travel to Costa Rica. Please see
http://costarica.com/visa
for
details. If you do not require a visa, you are eligible to apply.
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The program is open to all full-time
matriculated NJCU undergraduate and graduate students. All majors welcome. Applicants
must have an interest in renewable energy.
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There is a competitive application process- on-line
application, minimum 3.0 GPA, and letter of recommendation from an NJCU faculty
member are required.
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Students must also submit an on-line
application to the GREEN program
http://www.greenworknow.com/application
Participants are applying to the “Latino
Institute GREEN Program (Jul 25 - Aug 5)”
NOTE:
The program is open to
ALL students, regardless of background
Deadline to apply: June 20
Participants will be notified June 22
Airfare payment due July 2
APPLICATION MATERIALS
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