William and Mary Ecuador Spring Break 2015


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Volunteer Activity Description

Start Date: Mar 8, 2015 12:00 AM
End Date: Mar 16, 2015 12:00 AM

TRAVEL.
Traveling with GSE involves everything from visiting a native bird sanctuary to hiking along Ecuador’s beautiful coastline. Students enjoy authentic Ecuadorian cuisine and collaborate on local projects with their international peers.

LEARN.
GSE uses hands-on service-learning projects and cultural exchanges to provide students with life changing learning opportunities. Students develop ecological literacy and participate in grassroots international relations while building crucial 21st century skills such as communication and collaboration.

IMPACT.
Each year during exchange programs, students plant 5,000 native trees in La Punta Gorda Preserve. Students also work along side their Ecuadorian peers at Fanny de Baird High School to further develop their school garden. The garden provides produce for the school community and offers an interactive education on local food systems and organic farming.

GROW.
Plants aren’t the only things that grow! International travel facilitates profound transformation for students. Students leave the trip with a better understanding of different cultures and people, inspiring them to become change makers and leaders in their own community.

89% Complete (success)
$32,399.66

of $36,000.00

in donations needed to reach the Initiative Goal


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93% Complete (success)
15

of 16

volunteers needed to reach the Initiative Goal


Adrienne Thompson

Passionate about: Sustainable food systems and agriculture, gender equality and sexual assault, adventure, travel, and music.

Allison McCluskey

Passionate about: Sustainable living, geology, whistling

Carrie Adams

Passionate about: Life!!

Chase Jordan

Passionate about: Politics, Traveling, Food, and international diplomacy.

Conor O'Donnell

Passionate about: Traveling, the environment, rock climbing, kayaking, biking, hiking. Anything with adventure.

Erin Roberts

Passionate about: I am passionate about Fisheries science, aquaculture, and environmental sustainability!
Karen Curnow donated $375 3547 days ago
Annah Young donated $0 3548 days ago
Erica Joi Gibson donated $100 3549 days ago
Karen J. Curnow donated $500 3558 days ago
Stuart Jones donated $1,250 3560 days ago

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