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News Brief: AUIP releases new program videos

March 4, 2011

AUIP has just released this year’s program videos. The majority of the footage for these programs was taken from summer 2010 programs, so follow this link and see if you can spot yourself in action. [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQwngJCZyO8] Marty Coyle, a colleague and close friend of the AUIP team provided the voiceovers for the videos. Can anyone guess where this cheeky chappy…

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Snapshot: Kayaking is calling your name in Fiji

February 8, 2011

It’s cold (or actually freezing) in much of the U.S. right now. So, why not day dream of being somewhere warmer? These kayaks in Fiji definitely have your name all over them and are just waiting to be drug into the water for use! Apply for the Fiji program at one of our partner institutions to have the chance to…

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Library: Students ban bottled water

November 17, 2010

We caught sight of an article Dr. Paige Schneider, co-director of Pirates Abroad programs, posted on her Facebook wall and had to share it with everyone. The New York Times article “Banning the Bottle” states 86 percent of plastic water bottles end up as garbage in the United States. That’s quite a daunting fact, especially considering all the other ugly…

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News Brief: Clemson lists their study abroad top ten

November 11, 2010

Recognizing the abundance of merits of study abroad can reinforce its importance. Our partner Clemson University recently released their study abroad catalog, which includes their Study Abroad Top Ten list. Here are study abroad’s top qualities, according to Clemson’s Office of International Affairs: 10. Expand your horizons 9. Explore new cultures & places 8. Gain new perspectives 7. Make new…

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Library: Rivers Fiji educates local children

November 2, 2010

We’ve long been pleased with the experience and environmental awareness Rivers Fiji provides to our groups and are glad to see others recognize the company’s work. Our Fiji program spends a day kayaking on the Luva River learning about remote village lifestyles, river ecological characteristics and ecotourism, amongst other topics. In October, Rivers Fiji took a different type of group…

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Library: YouTube video series addresses health and safety

October 25, 2010

Getting ready to study or travel abroad in the South Pacific? Are you – or your parents – concerned about your health and well-being? Fortunately, the South Pacific is a relatively safe travel destination, according to the Global Peace Index (GPI), New Zealand is your best bet for a risk-free destination. However, even seasoned travelers will undoubtedly experience something new….

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News Brief: 2010 Photo contest winners announced

October 14, 2010

After serious deliberation, the votes are in. Thank you to all our alumni who entered a photo in the 2010 Photo Contest: It’s the Ultimate Fieldtrip! With our panel of judges having multiple favorites, picking the winning photos was no easy task. From an Aboriginal dancer to a Virginia Tech student jumping over his classmates, the photos literally caught all…

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The Fact Files: How to recreate a lovo

September 14, 2010

For those of you who have participated in our Fiji program and loved the lovo that you had with your Fijian homestay family, here is how you can make your own at home to entertain your family and friends. For those of you who have yet to have the pleasure of a lovo, it is a FEAST of magnificent proportion,…

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