DID YOU KNOW that the Land Rover emerged from post-war Britain in 1948? Brothers Spencer and Maurice Wilks, working for the British car company Rover, created a utilitarian vehicle that has served military and agricultural purposes for decades.
Electronic
Embassy Connects to the websites of the U.S.-based
embassies of foreign countries,which provide valuable
information about visa requirements and cultural and
travel information. www.embassy.org
Rail
Europe This travel agency issues all kinds of rail
passes in Europe. www.raileurope.com
Mobility
International USA (MIUSA) Provides publications and videos on including
persons with disabilities in international exchange
and travel programs. www.miusa.orgw.miusa.org
Interaction
Listing of 150 non-profit organizations which promote
human dignity & development in 165 countries around
the world.
www.interaction.org
Amerispan In Latin America and Spain for students, recent
graduates, and professionals. Duration: 2 weeks -
6 months, academic credit possible for service work.
$300 program cost and application fee, language courses
included. www.amerispan.com
International
Partnership for Service Learning Summer or Semester/year, academic credit possible
for service work. studyabroad.com
Peace
Corps of the United States
2 year, 3 month assignment, language training included. www.peacecorps.gov
NAFSA: Association of International Educators
A non-profit professional association that provides training, information, and other educational services to professionals and volunteers in international education exchange. www.nafsa.org
