GNG SPRING PROGRAMS ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR REGISTRATION!
REGISTER TODAY at http://www.gng.org/programs/spring2011.html.
To find out more about Global Nomads Group or to learn more about the programs, visit www.gng.org.
Or contact Grace Lau, grace@gng.org, 212.529.0377
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2-Part Pulse Programs
Virtual, town hall meetings designed to give students a forum to deliberate some of the most challenging issues of our time. 2-Part Pulse programs meet over a period of two days, one hour per session.
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The Sudan Referendum
DATES: FEB DATES TBD
THEME: Global Development, Conflict & Human Rights
COST: $300
GRADES: 7-8; 9-12
January 9, 2011 will mark an important day for Southern Sudan as it will be holding its Referendum that will determine whether it will remain a part of Sudan or secede. What is the historical importance of this event? What are the implications of the decision?
The Economics of Corn
DATES: February 15 & 17
THEME: Sustainable Communities, Arts, Culture, & Media, Global Development
COST: $300
GRADES: 7-8; 9-12
As America's number one field crop, exactly how much of it is produced and how is it used? Where do we export it and how does that affect our relations with our trading partners? What, if any, is the controversy that lies around corn? What is the story behind this multi-billion dollar agriculture?
Pillars of Islam
DATES: March 1 & 3
THEME: Global Development, Sustainable Communities
COST: $300
GRADES: 7-8; 9-12
Despite the number of times we've seen the words "Islam" and "Muslim" splashed across our headlines, what do we really know about the Islamic culture and faith? What are the central tenants of this religion that has 1.3 billion people- 20% of the world's total population- faithfully practicing?
Border Crossings: Mexico/US
DATES: May 24 & 26
THEME: Global Development, Conflict & Human Rights, Sustainable Communities
COST: $300
GRADES: 7-8; 9-12
Immigration, or the movement of people from developing countries to seemingly more modernized nations, has been a perennial issue for decades around the world. Whether the focus has been on the influx of Africans to the European continent, or Mexicans and South Americans illegally entering the United States, immigration continues to be at the forefront of the political conversation. Why is it important?
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Innovations
Unique international field programs ranging from virtual field trips, multi-part series, to project-based videoconferences. Programs can include virtual science expeditions and on-going international student exchange programs. Student participation dates vary.
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Students Rebuild
DATES: FEB & MAY; Dates vary
THEME: Global Development, Sustainable Communities
COST: FREE
GRADES: 7-8; 9-12
In this 4-Part videoconference series live from Haiti, North American students will participate in a life-changing journey as they speak to their Haitian peers, whose schools have been destroyed by the earthquake, to help them rebuild their livelihoods.
CARE International: Defending Dignity, Fighting Poverty
DATES: March 8 & 11
THEME: Global Development, Conflict & Human Rights, Sustainable Communities
COST: $150 per session or $500 for entire series
GRADES: 7-8; 9-12
GNG will spotlight the international humanitarian organization, CARE, to celebrate its 65th anniversary. In this unique, multi-part series, students will continue to learn about poverty in developing countries and the special role women and girls play in transforming their communities.
Project DRC
DATES: March 15, 17, 22, 24
THEME: Global Development, Conflict & Human Rights, Sustainable Communities
COST: FREE
GRADES: 7-8; 9-12
GNG will examine the ensuing conflict occurring in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), focusing on the eastern region of the country. We will first learn about the conflict and surrounding issues through a 4-part domestic Pulse Series with various guest speakers working on the frontlines.
