Nicaragua

GEOG 400- Geography of Coffee

January 3-17,2009

Geography emphasizes the importance of spatial relationships among all kinds of phenomena, and coffee should be no exception. This course examines the spatial arrangement of the coffee Industry, which requires a synthesis of physical and human geography. The geographic distribution of climatic, soil, and topographic conditions under which Coffea arabica and Coffea canephora can grow are important to understand, but the geography of coffee is also rooted in the ever-changing configuration of the post-colonial world space economy. Through readings, class meetings, and an intensive field experience in Nicaragua, this course examines the growing, processing, transportation, and consumption of coffee, together with the environmental and social consequences of these activities

Highlights

  • Learn what geographic factors influence the flavor of coffee
  • Learn the difference between shad-grown and sun-grown coffee
  • Harvest shade-grown coffee in one of Central America's most important growing regions

 Faculty Leader: Dr. James Hayes-Bohanan

Dr. James Hayes-Bohanan is Associate Professor of Geography and has taught at BSC since 1997. He has infused almost all of his teaching with discussions of geographic aspects of coffee, including both its physical setting and the ways in which it represents patterns of post-colonial globalization.

For More Information about Dr.James Hayes-Bohanan's previous tours  click here

Estimated Program Cost

Fulltime BSC Students

All fulltime BSC students will be awarded a scholarship worth $863.65. This scholarship money will cover tuition and fees as well as a portion of the trip. The total cost for fulltime BSC students after the applied scholarship money will be $2,000.00

Non BSC Participants

The cost for non BSC participants will be $2,100.00

The Cost of the Tour Includes:

  • All Travel Expenses included on the itinerary

  • Housing

  • Airfare

  • Tuition and Fees

How to Apply

1. Complete the BSC Study Tour Application below and return them to the Office of Study Abroad

2. Visit the Financial Aid office to discuss how you will fund your trip. Some students take out loans to cover the cost of the trip.

3. Apply for a passport immediately to ensure your ability to travel.

4. Discuss any concerns with the staff in the Office of Study Abroad early in the application process.

Study Tour Application

Last Modified: October 30, 2008