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ABOUT THE BAJA CALIFORNIA
FIELD STUDIES PROGRAM
The college has been offering field classes
and trips in the Baja California peninsula of México since 1974. The program
aims to expose students to a pristine and complex natural environment coupled
with a unique experience in Méxican culture. Different areas of learning are
offered which emphasize field observations and which are conducive to the
enhancement of the type of human relationships that result in memorable and
long-lasting adventures is learning. By living and learning together, a
community of learners is created where the beauty and complexity of the human
and natural world can be observed, studied and enjoyed.
THE FIELD STATION—ESTACION DEL
MAR CORTES: Home base to all Baja class offerings, EMC is a facility located in the growing
fishing village of Bahia de los Angeles on the shores of the Sea of Cortés. It
is a functional place which becomes both a home and a study station for
participants. Participants sleep on comfortable canvas cots placed either inside
of the field station or outside on the sandy beach, next to the water and under
the stars. From the station porches you will have an unparalleled view of the
many islands in the bay. Glorious sunrises will softly awaken you. The islands
in the bay are protected under Mexican law, and the college operates in them
with the permission of the regional office of the ministry of the environment.
COSTS:
Prices
listed in this brochure apply to the trip fee. The trip fee covers
transportation from the college to the field station and return; all
boat transportation while in Baja; all meals (except meals on travel
days and one dinner per week in Bahia); and lodging at the field
station. Additional enrollment fees of $20 per unit are required by
the college district and paid at the time of registration in the class. The
district also requires a fee of $10 for health services and insurance. Books,
the Mexican visa cost (about $20) and other items of a personal nature are the
responsibility of the student. All trip costs must be paid no later than May
15, 2009.
SCHOLARSHIPS:
The class application form has a space to indicate if you wish to be considered
for a partial scholarship. You must have a current financial aid application on
file at a college to be considered.
APPLICATIONS:
Application forms are available at the Counseling Center, the Baja Program
Office, or from the instructors. Turn in the completed application to the class
instructor or to the Baja Program Office, located in AA 1B. The student is
responsible for making sure he/she registers for the class with the college.
Class acceptance letters will be mailed beginning December 1, 2008.
Applications from persons not currently
enrolled at Glendale College as well as from high school students are encouraged
and welcomed. Application packets contain all the necessary information needed
to apply for admission to the college as well as to the class. Those living
outside the Glendale area may make most registration arrangements by mail/FAX.
All applications for Baja classes require a non-refundable deposit
(returned only if you are not accepted to the class).
PRE-TRIP ORIENTATION AND CLASS
MEETING:
Attendance is mandatory at a pre-trip orientation meeting. Only those
living outside Southern California are exempted.
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