The
following covenant comprises the learning guidelines
and tenants
of the
2005-06
RECONCILIATION:A
Process of Human Balance
PROGRAM
Students
in “Reconciliation” have diverse educational goals, but we agree on a
few important ideas. We value education that promotes
self-determination, individual research, goal setting, internal
motivation and self-reliance. During the winter of 2006 a portion
of the students enrolled in "Reconciliation" will travel to Peru. We
are choosing to study in Peru because we value dialog and experiential
learning as necessary components of genuine scholarship. We are
choosing study abroad because it is an opportunity to nurture dialog
across significant difference, and because it is an opportunity to
witness ourselves in new contexts. Acknowledging our role as
representatives of Evergreen and of the United States we
acknowledge our obligation to honor cultural
diversity and act with respect towards the people we meet during our
travels. At the end of our studies we will present our projects to our
community.
Academic
1.
Students will be responsible for creating their own curriculum and
continuously
working on their emerging syllabus throughout the year.
2. Students agree to
abide by the Student Conduct Code,
available on
The Evergreen State College Web site. http://www.evergreen.edu/aboutevergreen/social.htm
3. Each student
will focus on designing a community learning experience project. These
projects may focus on: education, anthropology, services, humanities,
language, arts, sustainable living, ethnobotany or multicultural
studies, indigenous healing studies, social work, human media
production.
4. Each
student will supplement this covenant with a more specific academic
focus.
5. All grievances will
be solved within the Reconciliation community.
Student traveling to Peru:
Pre-Departure:
1.
As required by the Evergreen State College, students must sign a
mandatory Waiver, Release, and Indemnity Agreement to be submitted to
the deans.
2. Students
will have adequate financial resources
for the duration of their stay and a plan to obtain additional funds in
case of an emergency. Information about contact persons in case
of an emergency will be provided to the deans and faculty.
3. Students
will be personally responsible for health concerns,
insurance and travel arrangements. Hard copies of these arrangements
will be submitted to the deans and faculty.
4.
For the first five weeks of travel in Peru, faculty will have the
responsibility of arranging logistics within the host country both
prior to departure and making adjustments once the program is in place.
These arrangements include travel, lodging, board and any unexpected
provisions for students who will make the necessary deposits on time*.
5. Students if
discussed with faculty may be able
to bypass the organized five-week travel component to the program and
work or travel separately. This only applies to those who have been a
part of this programs Peru travel in the past.
(*) More
information in the Guidelines.
In Country:
1.
Students will abide by the laws of the host country; fully aware they
are responsible for their own actions. They further understand that if
they break local laws, they cannot expect legal assistance from the
faculty sponsor or The Evergreen State College.
2. Students
are solely responsible, both financially and otherwise, for any and all
damages they may cause to persons or property as a result of negligent
behavior. They are also required to maintain cleanliness and order with
their living quarters, and respect for the belongings and space of
others.
3. Students
agree to refrain from drug use; breach in this
policy will
lead to the student being sent home.
4. Students
will be aware of dress recommendations discussed
within the
group in regard to local customs.
5. Students
agree to abide by the Student Conduct Code,
available on
The Evergreen State College Web site. http://www.evergreen.edu/aboutevergreen/social.htm
6.
Students agree to refrain from discriminating against, sexually
harassing, threatening or intimidating another person by words, gesture
or physical assault.
7.
Situations resulting in a necessary support system, due to an emergency
or illness will be dealt with by students and staff cooperatively.
8. Students are
encouraged to continue their study abroad longer than the five-week
home stay period. However, prior to end of the 5th week, the student
must make travel and academic arrangements with the faculty. The
additional five-week study component allows for more in depth academic
pursuits in the host country.
9) Students will
read and share with their Peruvian friends and other international
travellers, the following guidelines when travelling in Los Andes.
BIENVENIDOS A LOS ANDES
En un esfuerzo de ayudar a
proteger la belleza de la
naturaleza y la herencia cultural de esta zona, hemos desarrollado el
Código de Etica del Viajero. Nosotros nos hemos comprometido a
cumplir Los principios de este código. Por favor léelo y
asegurase de que usted y sus compañeros cumplan con Las
recomendaciones que se describen.
Deje nada mas que huellas.
Mate nada mas que tiempo.
Lleve nada mas que fotos.
Gracias par visitar Los Andes!
WELCOME
TO THE ANDES
In an effort to help protect the natural beauty and the cultural
heritage of this area, we have developed a Traveler's Code of Ethics.
We commit ourselves to follow the principles outlined in this code.
Please read it and ensure that you and your fellow travelers also abide
by these recommendations.
Leave nothing but footprints.
Kill nothing but time.
Take nothing but photographs.
Thank you for visiting the Andes!
TRAVELERS CODE OF ETHICS
BE HONEST, RESPECTFUL AND PROFESSIONAL
IN ALL PROCEEDINGS
Be honest with oneself and with others
Respect standard and agreed upon fees
Charge the fair amount for services provided
Constantly strive to improve
2. RESPECT THE PAST AS
WELL AS LOCAL CUSTOMS
Respect rights of privacy and photograph people only with permission
Help preserve folklore and keep local customs alive
Respect and help promote the use of native languages
Avoid offensive behavior and dress appropriately
Protect archeological sites
Promote the responsible use of pack animals
3. HELP MAINTAIN THE
SELF-ESTEEM OF LOCAL PEOPLE
Promote the purchase and use of products typical of the region
Respect local authorities
Discourage begging for gifts or money
4. CONSERVE WILD PLANTS
AND ANIMALS OF THE REGION
Avoid building fires if prohibited or inappropriate
Encourage development of nurseries and support reforestation efforts
Leave wild plants and animals undisturbed
5. PRESERVE THE
CLEANLINESS OF ALL WATER SOURCES
Avoid urinating or defecating near rivers, lakes and other sources of
water
Throw all dirty wash and rinse water far from water sources
Use detergents, shampoos and other soaps far from sources of water
Preserve and do not change the course of streams and rivers
6. AVOID CONTAMINATING THE
ENVIRONMENT
Dispose of human feces appropriately and with care
Remove all material which is foreign to the environment
Pack out all garbage from back country areas
Separate garbage into appropriate disposal categories: recyclable,
biodegradable, toxic, to be burned, and other
7. USE PROPER HYGIENE
Adequately purify all drinking water
Wash hands frequently and thoroughly
8. HELP PROTECT HEAVILY
VISITED AREAS
Promote and use tourist sites which are less heavily visited
Respect all signs and instructions
Camp in established sites whenever possible
Walk on established trails if they exist
9. RAISE THE LEVEL OF
AWARENESS OF ALL TRAVELERS
Learn about local environmental regulations
Make everyone aware of the need to protect the
environment
Educate others in the methods of traveling without
leaving traces
Promote the use of this code of ethics by all travelers
and those who
serve them
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