Study Abroad Trips

This trip was developed to provide undergraduate students at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign an immersive experience and engaging activities to learn about the intersection of ecology, culture and environmental sustainability in the Yucatan Peninsula. LATAM Study Abroad created a tailored itinerary of daily activities over a 13-day period to meet the specific goals of the course.

On this intensive two-week program, you will explore the ecology of tropical forests and mangroves, and their connections to the culture of the current and pre-European Mayan communities. You will engage with researchers and local community members to hear their perspectives on real-world environmental and sustainability issues while gaining a deep understanding about the challenge of balancing short-term human needs with the long-term health of environmental systems.