A N N O U N C E M E N T
UPDATE: Ghana Distance Learning Conference - May 20 - 22, 1998;
At the end, please find an update, and an invitation to
volunteer help with the planning and implementation
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I.
A f r i c a - B r a z i l - C u b a P r o g r a m s
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Internships / Travel-Study / EduTouring / Experiential / Study Abroad
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AASP
EDUCATIONAL / Travel Programs to AFRICA & BRAZIL & CUBA
for 1997 / 1998 / 1999
Offers an intense immersion in and exposure to traditional
and modern life, a unique educational experience that is
both career-enhancing and profoundly personal and
relevant in our Global Village.
Select from among several different travel itineraries,
program themes, and dates year round.
CONTACT:
Professor Harold Rogers
President, AASP
19 S. LaSalle St., Suite 301
Chicago, IL 60603
Ph: 312-443-0929; 773-684-7309; FAX: 773-684-6967
Best to call for an application; or E-mail your name &
full address to BOTH:
1- "Update/Information" <AASP at Juno.Com>
2- "Brochure/Application" <AfricanEduTravel at Yahoo.Com>
WHEN TO
APPLY?
We are now accepting applications.
COUNTRIES:
Senegal, Ivory Coast, Mali, South Africa, Egypt,
Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Zimbabwe, The Gambia,
Cameroon, Mozambique, Namibia, Brazil, Cuba
ACTIVITIES
& SITES:
Urban centers; rural villages; cultural and historical
sites; geographic and natural landmarks; explore
traditional life, linguistic and ethnic diversity;
experience a unique blend of human warmth, vitality
of spirit, and determination; leave the beaten
path to see, feel and appreciate what few tourists ever
would or could.
DURATION:
Programs range from 1 week to 3 weeks, beginning
variously in December, February, June, July & August.
Special programs with particular themes may be arranged.
COST:
Fees start at $995 - the lowest cost anywhere for a
program of this scope; includes travel, accommodations,
breakfast & full daily program -- led by Dr. Rogers and
experienced AASP staff.
ACADEMIC
CREDIT:
Students typically arrange to receive academic credit
with their respective schools, from 5 to 10 units, or
through AASP.
WHO CAN
APPLY?
Participation is open to professionals, students,
non-students, technicals, and interested others.
All are welcome. Applications now accepted.
HOW TO
RAI$E
THE FUND$?
Please go to the Websites below where you will find
superb help with fundraising -- how to obtain grants,
scholarships and loans; how to receive support from your
campus or department; how to appeal to groups and
organizations both on campus and in the community; and
how to win support from businesses, charities
and foundations. Succeeding will largely be a matter of
your asking and being persistent.
Virtually all who make an effort to raise the funds,
do succeed.
http://www.studyabroad.com/forum/financial_aid.html
http://www.fund-raising.com/ideabank3.html (a cornucopia of ideas!)
http://www.studyabroad.com/handbook/costs.html#aid
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Contact us to receive the application, brochure with itineraries,
program details and special features. For faster response,
it's best to phone: 312-443-0929; 773-684-7309
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ABOUT AASP...
The African American Studies Program, established in 1981, is a
non-profit organization committed to broadening educational,
cultural and political perspectives about African countries,
societies and peoples. More than just a tour, we offer a variety
of educational experiences in each country to heighten awareness
and understanding. Our programs are open to anyone who has an
interest in learning more about Africa and the African Diaspora.
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II.
Your Invitation to Help...
UPDATE ON THE GHANA DISTANCE LEARNING/INFO TECH CONFERENCE
TO BE HELD IN ACCRA: MAY 20 - 22 1998
VOLUNTEERING HELP ON BEHALF OF THE ACCRA DISTANCE LEARNING CONFERENCE, VIA
INFORMAL DISCUSSION BY E-MAIL
FOR INFO, CONTACT: "DR. OSEI DARKWA" <darkwa at tigger.cc.uic.edu>
Faculty, University of Illinois-Chicago
Please contact Dr. Darkwa if you would like to participate pro bono in the
planning and implementation of this conference, or play some other role in
the area of your interest.
You are invited to join the E-Mail discussion group GHACLAD-SCOPE which has
been set up to promote and carry out the conference, including making all
arrangements, resolving any problems, and fine-tuning the agenda and program.
To join the List, please send a msg with "subscribe ghaclad-scope" in the
body to:
majordomo at igc.org
You will immediately be added to the GHAGLAD-SCOPE discussion group.
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FINAL DATES OF CONFERENCE
May 20-22, 1998
OBJECTIVES OF THE CONFERENCE
a) To initiate a long-term effort to promote electronic networking for
economic and educational development in Africa.
b) To examine the future of education in electronic classroms without walls
c) To explore the barriers to developing transnational goals for infusing
computer literacy into primary, secondary, and tertiary education in Africa
d) To strengthen the capacity of grassroots organizations and low income
communities to initiate, choose, plan and manage their own self help
projects through computer technology and information systems.
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Thank you.
Regards,
Dr. R. Westerfield
EduNet Global Curricular
& Scholastic Networking