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Dec 16, 2009
Students’ photos illustrate the depth of the off-campus study experience
"When I was exploring a Beijing hutong (traditional neighborhood), I stumbled upon a group of migrant construction workers who were incredibly intrigued by my presence," wrote Colorado College student Anais Gude. "They were even more surprised to hear me speak Chinese. When I asked this boy if I could take a picture of him, he nodded silently, took a long drag from his cigarette and blew it towards the camera."
"Working on Manhood" by Anais Gude
The photo that Gude took – titled "Working on Manhood" and described as capturing "two culturally different people of the same age coming face to face and experiencing mutual curiosity" – has been awarded the Grand Prize in the 2009-10 ACM Off-Campus Study Photo Contest.
Along with the Grand Prize, awards were given for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place photos in the contest's three categories: People, Stories, and Artistry. An additional ten photos received Honorable Mention recognition. All of these photos will be in a traveling exhibit to be hosted by 11 ACM colleges in early 2010. Read more
A President Comes to Visit Nov 20, 2009- Students on the ACM Costa Rica Program enjoyed a rare opportunity to meet a former president of Costa Rica when Rodrigo Carazo presented a lecture, engaged in discussion, and posed for photos.
Training the Next Generation of Conservation Stewards Oct 28, 2009- Chris Vaughan has spent the past four decades tirelessly sharing his passion for conservation and biodiversity. Now he is Director of the ACM Costa Rica programs, where he got his start.
And the President Goes on Foot in San José May 28, 2009- As he wraps up five years as Director of the ACM Costa Rica programs, Scott Pentzer reflects on the many charms of Costa Rica and the rewards of spending time with — and learning from — his students.
Leaving Footprints Behind ... Learning Lessons Along the Way Apr 24, 2009- Students shared compelling stories about adventure and discovery, academic and personal growth, and insights gained at the ACM Off-Campus Study Student Symposium.
Connecting Worlds of Research Apr 21, 2009- Brianna Buljung and Ryan Casserly engaged in ACM programs that emphasize intense, independent research with strong support and individual attention from program faculty.
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News
- 2010-11 Off-Campus Study Program Prices Announced Feb 5, 2010
- The updated pricing for ACM's 2010-11 off-campus study programs has been approved and is now posted online.
- Gilman Scholarships Awarded to ACM Students for Study Abroad Feb 4, 2010
- Competitive grant program supports 18 students from nine ACM colleges for study in Botswana, China, Spain, Egypt, and ten other countries.
- Service Learning Project Is a New Feature of ACM's Fall Semester Program in Costa Rica Jan 12, 2010
- The hands-on experience of service learning will immerse students in Costa Rican culture.
- Traveling Photo Exhibit Will Showcase Students’ Off-Campus Study Experiences Dec 9, 2009
- Winning and honorable mention photos from the 2009-10 ACM Off-Campus Study Photo Contest will be exhibited on 11 ACM campuses in early 2010.
- Former Costa Rican President Will Present Lecture to ACM Students Oct 28, 2009
- Rodrigo Carazo Odio, who served at the President of Costa Rica from 1978-1982, will visit the ACM Costa Rica program on Thursday, October 29.
- Costa Rica Program Adds Spring Trimester Option Oct 12, 2009
- Students from colleges on trimester/term or block schedules now have a new option to conduct independent field research in Costa Rica for 11 weeks (early April to mid-June) in the spring.
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Photo spotlight
ACM Costa Rica students aboard a traditional oxcart, a symbol of rural culture and tradition still in use today. Photo courtesy of Chris Vaughan.
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