National Geographic Student Expeditions

WHO: Any high school student.
WHAT: National Geographic - Putney Student Travel Trips
WHERE: Various cities and countries
WHEN: Various dates in Summer 2015APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 15, 2015FOR MORE INFO: ngstudentexpeditions.comFINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE: YesSHORT SUMMARY OF PROGRAMS: There are various types of programs:
Expeditions: Geared for our most adventurous travelers, our expeditions are an in-depth exploration of a region, and offer a choice of two or three areas of focus—On Assignm
ent projects. Throughout the trip you will pursue your selected project through hands-on activities and excursions, with the guidance of your trip leaders and a National Geographic expert.

Conservation in Action: You’ll participate in ongoing research and conservation efforts with local scientists and a National Geographic grantee. Throughout the program, work as a group using photography, film, and other storytelling tools to develop a compelling presentation that helps raise awareness issues you have encountered. 

Community Service: Based in small villages, work alongside members of the community on collaborative service projects focusing on infrastructure, education, and sustainability. Spend your days working alongside villagers and a team of students; and documenting your experience through photos, journals, and video. Collaborative community projects provide an opportunity for deeper cultural interactions and insight into daily life in our host communities.

Photo Workshops: National Geographic photography experts spend each day of the workshop with our students; teaching, shooting, and editing. We then work together to organize, curate, and install an exhibit featuring each student’s original work.

National Geographic on Campus: Based on University of Colorado Boulder’s campus, delve into important global challenges and build skills in science, leadership, and storytelling to effect positive change in your local community. Throughout the program, you’ll participate in stimulating seminars, hands-on workshops, and active excursions. Meet leading National Geographic experts and get inspired by their innovative work in our areas of focus. Develop a capstone project to raise awareness about the issues you’ve encountered and inspire action.