Spend a semester in Ecuador
and become part
of the global village.

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Participating Schools

  • Trinity Christian College
  • John Brown University
  • Biola University
  • Azusa Pacific University
  • The Master’s College
  • Augustana College
  • Eternity Bible College
**We are adding schools regularly. If you would like your school to be added…or to find out more information for your school and/or your participation in this program please contact Phil Payne at philipjpayne@gmail.com.
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Spring 2010: January 25 - April 24
Fall 2010: September 13 - December 11

Ecuador is one of Latin America’s most diverse countries. While in Ecuador you can experience the high mountains, low desert, tropical rain forest, coastal beauty, the Galapagos Islands and the deep Amazon Jungle.

This Semester abroad opportunity is based in Quito, the nation’s capitol. Quito has amazing weather and is famous for its eternal spring time conditions. The city offers rich history, architecture, friendly people and safe living conditions in which to grow and learn. Living and Learning in Quito is part of a 15 year old organization called Youth World. We offer the amazing mixture of Adventure, Academic Excellence, Culture, Practical Experience, Language, Mission and Integrated Living as you participate in this 13 week Semester Abroad program.

If you accept this challenge, you will:

  • LEARN through Spanish language study and interdisciplinary seminars about Latin culture, history, ecology, politics, economics, and religion.
  • LEARN through college level courses that apply toward your major.

  • LIVE with Ecuadorian families, improving your Spanish and sharing your life with Latin American Christians.
  • SERVE in a hands-on internship opportunity that provides another window into Latin American life and allows you to gain experience in an area of professional interest.
  • TRAVEL through other parts of Ecuador to discover the rich diversity of cultures and peoples in the region.
  • BROADEN your world-view and grapple with God’s call upon your life and what it means to live as a global Christian.

Some More Reasons

  • Experience the call of God in your life as you serve Him
  • Excellent Classes that will apply towards your major.
  • Internships that will cause you to stretch and grow.
  • Learn or Improve your Spanish.
  • Take Business classes in an International setting.
  • Visit the Jungles of Ecuador.
  • Student Teach in Quito at Alliance Academy.
  • Meet Students from other Universities participating in this same program.
  • Stand on the Equator.
  • Expand your worldview.
  • Grapple with language, culture, poverty and global issues.
  • See what plans God has for your life.
  • Hike and Summit a 20,000 foot mountain named Cotopaxi.
  • Experience a Life changing Semester in Latin America
Philip J. Payne
Program Director
Last Updated on Tuesday, 02 February 2010 16:39