New Zealand
- Spring
Over the course of the program, students learn about Māori culture through experiential learning at Te Pā Tū. They will explore sustainable agriculture in multiple contexts (orchard, sheep ranch, dairy, apiary) that connect agricultural practices to land stewardship, and complete service-learning projects focused on public health delivery and emergency preparedness.
This field course includes multiple hands-on workshops, including honey spinning and bird conservation work. Students will visit Milford Sound fjord, Redwoods Treewalk, and the Waitomo glow worm caves, and Hobbiton to experience New Zealand’s dramatic landscapes.
The trip will end with a visit to the International Antarctic Center, learning about historic trips and current research in Antarctica. This field course immerses students in the interconnected systems of land, culture, and health, blending Indigenous knowledge with modern public health practice.
Participating students will earn 3 credits for GLOBE 4320X or PPEM 4960 during the spring 2027 semester.
Information Sessions:
- September 15, 6:15-7:00 pm, 0102 SCIENCE - Science Hall
- September 24, 4:00-5:00 pm, 0102 SCIENCE - Science Hall
This program is offered for the first time in 2027.