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CIELO Costa Rica: People, History, & Culture

Friday, October 10, 2025

Join us this winter break for an unforgettable journey that takes you beyond the traditional classroom into the heart of Costa Rica. Through hands-on service learning projects, you’ll work alongside local communities, learn from Indigenous leaders, and explore the country’s rich biodiversity and conservation efforts. You will engage in meaningful conversations about Costa Rica’s culture, history, and current events while building lasting connections and memories with fellow Wildcats.

The flyer has a white background with a picture of the Costa Rica flag and palm trees at the top. In the top left corner is the CIELO logo. In the top right corner is a white QR code, and underneath, written in white text, it reads, Scan to apply. On the left half of the flyer in blue text boxes, the text reads: Jan 2 - Jan 13. Total cost: $3,500. Includes: Flights, lodging, excursions, & some meals. Below the blue text boxes, there is an outline of Costa Rica and text that reads, For Questions, email: Dan Xayaphanh danthaix@arizona.edu. At the bottom left half of the flyer, there is a blue text box, which reads, Follow on IG! —> @uofacielo. At the bottom right corner, there is a red text box that reads, Apply by Oct 10th! | hsi.arizona.edu/cielo.