HTM International Learning Opportunities
Namibia (Deadline February 1, 2026)
Namibia: African History, Cultures & the Environment
Join us on this adventure through Namibia! Explore the fascinating diversity of Africa’s ecosystems, wildlife, cultures and complex history through field trips, desert camping, lectures and discussion. Field trips include a safari, a Cheetah Conservation, the Red Sand Dunes of Soussusvlei and more.
Students will register for a total of 6 credits:
HST 380/AAA 333: African History, Cultures & Environment (3 credits) AND
HTM 368: Geotourism (3 credits)
Fulfills General Education Global Perspectives requirement.
Fulfills entire General Education Issues requirement. Reflection required.
Honors students: can be used to fulfill HNR 300, HNR 401, or HNR 499 requirements.
Program Director:
Steeve Buckridge
616-331-8550 / [email protected]
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Costa Rica (Currently on Hold)
SAN JOSE, COSTA RICA - ¡Pura Vida! Join us on an adventure in the tourism capital of Central America – experience not only rainforest hikes, white-water rafting, and zip lining; but also the Tico Pura Vida culture through experiences like chocolate making and Latin American dance classes. Explore national parks and natural areas, stay in eco-lodges, Costa Rican University dorms, and even spend a night with a Costa Rican family.
Students will register for a total of 6 credits:
HTM 175*: International Food and Culture (3 credits) AND
HTM 368**: Geotourism (3 credits) OR
HTM 399: Independent Study
*Fulfills General Education Global Perspectives Requirement
**Fulfills a course in General Education Issues: Sustainability
Program Director:
Please contact Kristy Jack at [email protected] if you are interested in this study abroad program.
HTM Faculty-Led Study Abroad
Costa Rica: Geotourism & International Food and Culture Page
Charles and Susan Baker-Clark Hospitality and Tourism Management Scholarship for Study Abroad
The purpose of this scholarship is to assist HTM students with the cost of their study abroad program.
- Must be an undergraduate student enrolled for three credits hours or more with a declared major in HTM.
- Must be accepted to participate in an HTM filed study course with an international component and/or a HTM faculty-led study abroad program
- Must be meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress standards
The Charles and Susan Baker-Clark HTM Scholarship is created in honor of Dr. Charles Baker-Clark, former HTM Department Chair, and his wife Susan Baker-Clark, both long-time supporters of internationalization and study abroad opportunities for GVSU students.