OPTIONAL
PUNA EXTENSION: 9 days
Starts after the Pampas to the Andes Program
July
4 - July 12, 2010
"For
Students with a Passion for the Outdoors"
Fall Information
Sessions for Summer 2010
Drop-In: Tuesday
November 3, 9:30
AM- 5:00PM
Departmental Information Table across from Jittery Joe's.
Miller Learning Center
Hour Long Informatin Session
Tuesday November 10, 4:00 - 5:00 PM.
Room 200A, Geography
Geology Building
Details:
Explore
the colorfull beauty of the Argentina's Northwest corner,
from the dry high altitude, volcano- dotted desert of the Puna Plateau
to the rainforest of Parque Nacional Calilegua. Framed
in the crossroads between the Inka and Spanish culture, the villages
and people of Northwest Argentina appear to be unchanged since colonial
times. In recent years, a favorable exchange rate of the Argentine peso
has flooded this region with tourists. The study of the National Parks
of the area will also highlight the impact of tourism on the
traditional way of life of these ancient populations and the importance
of sustainable management. Be ready to spot high altitude South
American fauna, such as vicunas, llamas and "suris" in their
orignal habitats, together with postcard perfect villages.
Science
Elective:
GEOL 3130 - Geology of
National Parks - 3 credits
Preference
is
given to students previously enrolled in the Pampas to the Andes
Program.
 Location:
The
colonial city of Salta will serve as center of logistic
support for field trips to work sites in Salta and Jujuy Provinces of
Argentina.
Instruction:
Lecture and
directed
field work. Most of the classes will take place at field locations.
Taught
in English by UGA faculty.
Purpose:
Study Earth
on a
subduction
zone, understand volcanism and geologic processes magnificently exposed
in the
extremely
arid, remote and high altitude environment of the Puna Plateau. Discuss
life in the desert and impact of adventure tourism in the area.
Estimated
cost:
The
Extension Program
fee
is $ 1,100. Fee may vary if there are significant changes
in the
exchange
rate of the currency or prices due to inflation in Argentina. This fee
includes housing at hotels, some meals, transportation from Mendoza to
Salta, airfare back to Buenos Aires, ground transportation
in van or bus, excursions and health Insurance.
International airfare and
tuition
not included.
Transient
Students:
Transient Students can find step by step information about
UGA
registration and requirements to participate in Study Abroad Programs
at this site
of the
Office of International Education
 Scholarships
and Finalcial
Aid:
If you qualify for
the
HOPE scholarship, HOPE funds can be used to pay tuition and a book
allowance
for the Study Abroad Program. Other scholarships may be available. If
you
are planning on traveling the coming summer, beware that applications
for
many of the scholarships are due in the Fall. Please find more
information
about shcolarships and financial aid at the Office
of International Education Financial Aid site.
Qualifications:
Preference
is
given to students previously enrolled in the Pampas to the Andes
program.
Physical fitness to work at altitudes of 15,000 feet required. Also
open
to non-University System of Georgia students.
Application
Deadline:
hird Monday of
February, February 15, 2010. Late
applications will be considered if the program is not full. Apply early
to insure your spot in the program. Application period starts in
November 2009. Download an application form,
and submit the completed form, application fee and required
documentation to the program Director by the application
deadline.
 Contact:
Dr. Marta
Patino-Douce
(Program Director)
Explore
Earth in Argentina Program
Department
of
Geology
University
of
Georgia
Athens, GA
30605.
Phone:
(706)
542-2399
FAX: (706)
542-2425
E-mail: mapatino@uga.edu
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