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Program Overview: Spend Winter Session on the Antarctic Ice, in the Mountains of Patagonia and the ranches of Argentina. The first leg of this adventure will take place in and around Ushuaia, a small town at the base of Argentina bordering Patagonia. You’ll trek into the Patagonia region, explore the National Parks and visit cattle and sheep ranches. You’ll then board an ice-class scientific exploration ship, see the region's wildlife – penguins, seals and whales, hike and camp overnight on the polar ice and take small-boat excursions from the ship to shore. While on the ship, you'll meet its Russian crew as well as the scientists and regional experts who are frequently aboard. You'll hear them speak on zoology, ocean science, polar history and ornithology. It’s not as cold as you think – usually 25-40 degrees. Finally, you’ll spend the remainder of the program on historic Ranches outside of Buenos Aries. To view a few moments from the 2003 Antarctica program, check out these brief movie clips (clip 1 and 2). Courses: Honors credit may be available. Check with the faculty director and the Honors program for prior approval (before departure). All students must enroll in 6 credits . ENWC351 - Nature / Wildlife Photography (3 cr.) Students will become proficient with the use of a camera, a zoom lens, a normal lens, a release cable and tripod. You will also be able to evaluate images based on exposure, composition and subject matter. ENWC367 - Communication of Natural Resources Issues (3 cr.) Students will develop a basic knowledge of communicating natural resource issues to a broad audience. Working in small groups, students will produce and present a series of oral presentations and magazine-style articles. Presentations will include video clips, audio and photographs all taken on the program. ENWC451 - Advanced Nature/Wildlife Photography (3 cr.) Students will further their knowledge of photography, learning how to master a variety of natural lighting conditions. Specific assignments include double exposures, fire, waterfalls, stars, reflections and close-ups. ENWC467 - Wildlife Conservation: An International Perspective (3 cr.) Develop an understanding of the unique challenges facing wildlife conservation at the international level. Other topics include identifying and surveying terrestrial vertebrates, human-wildlife interactions, ecotourism, and development of international wildlife conservation. First-hand experience in wildlife conservation by visiting various ecosystems, living with local people, and seeing the effects of ecotourism and development.
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