Carpe Diem Education: Semester In Central America

Venture through Guatemala and Costa Rica, exploring lush tropical rainforests, towering volcanoes, steep-sided mountains, and extended coastlines. Embrace the spirit of pura vida and learn from the unique crossover of individuals who call these nations home. Living alongside indigenous communities and their contemporaries, delve into opportunities to explore social justice, sustainability, and the influence of colonization.

From the Sierra Madre mountains of interior Guatemala to the sea turtle havens on the coast; from the tranquility and splendor of Lago Atitlán and her surrounding volcanoes to the breathtaking coral reefs offshore, Carpe Diem Education explores the merging complexities of socio-political realities with the hope of a more sustainable future. Cap your new knowledge with improved Spanish, honed during your homestay experience, and outdoor skills learned from the many treks, hikes, and adventure activities available in the region.

Key highlights:

• Support sustainability efforts: Work with a small NGO on environmental justice, tree planting, and bringing back native species
• Improve your Spanish: Engage in immersive Spanish classes and put your knowledge to the test during homestays within the community
• Adventure outdoors: Hike, raft, trek, and even earn your Scuba Certification while exploring the natural beauty of the region
• Live and learn: Stay on a family farm in Costa Rica, learning from your hosts about permaculture and traditional chocolate
• Build it yourself: In a community-directed project, work with natural builders to support their efforts to construct with recycled materials