Rehearsing Change: Empowering Locally, Educating Globally in Quito, Ecuador

Students will live part time in Quito’s historical center, working with the Nina Shunku association, a collective of urban artists and community educators, and part time in the rural community of Pintag, just outside of Quito, working with locals who, in the face of rapid urban growth, are trying to maintain their traditional identities. The Pachaysana Institute's Fair Trade Learning model will focus on the creation of projects (through our intense courses) with both these partners, and for this reason, it is crucial that we find quality students.

Eligibility: Minimum 3.00 GPA for OSU applicants, passing of the USFQ Spanish Placement test. Additional requirements
Location: Quito, Ecuador
Language: Spanish
Program length: Fall; Spring semester
Application Deadline: March 15 (Early Admission), April 15 (Regular Admission); students are encouraged to check the OIA site for OSU application deadlines which may be earlier than program deadlines.
Additional Program Information: Testimonials, Newsletter (details how Rehearsing Change plays into the overall Pachaysana mission), Gallery

Also check out The Pachaysana Institute's blog, written by a Rehearsing Change alum, covering the importance of ‘where’ we do education.