Toucan Education Programs

Toucan Education Programs is a social enterprise offering education abroad programs that promote student development, community reciprocity, and sustainability.

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Happy #WorldOceanDay! We’re celebrating the immersive learning our Shenandoah University partners received in Placencia. From Virginia to the coast, students made waves in conservation. Huge thanks to #BWSFA for the collaboration! #StudyAbroad #Toucan #MarineBiology #StudentLife

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From the @UGA classroom to clinical rotations in Belize!
Pre-Health student Annie G. shares how shadowing in rural communities reshaped her understanding of patient care and prepared her for PA school.

Read her journey here: https://t.co/FfQpFKumLS

#PreHealth #UGA #GlobalEd #StudyAbroad #Belize

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From sawdust carpets in Benque on Good Friday to the Holy Saturday Cross Country Cycling Race, Belize is alive with tradition!

Experience a culture that makes you feel like family.
Happy Easter!

#EasterAbroad #StudyAbroad #Culture

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“You’re part of a family with Toucan." – Sophie K. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Whether it’s your 1st time traveling like Bryan H. or you're looking to build "independence" like Sophie, we are your safety net in Belize.

Join the family: https://t.co/UTagh91M1p

#SummerAbroad #FieldStudies #BelizeBound

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Your summer story abroad in Belize!

Need more time to decide? Reach out by Thursday, April 2nd, to secure a 1-week application extension. Let impact learning be your summer story!

👉 DM us "EXTEND" to save your spot!

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Don’t just settle for a standard summer. Level up with 3 U.S. Transferable Credits from Shenandoah University in Belize!
Choose Applied Sustainable Development or our Hybrid Cultural Diversity program.
Apply now: https://t.co/gadRzLUjuY #StudyAbroad #FieldStudies #GlobalEd

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“It was a trip of a lifetime." ✨ Nia J. shares how Toucan’s Applied Sustainable Development program shifted her perspective on everything from economics to community development.

From site visits at Xunantunich to service-learning projects, we connect you with the leaders making a difference in Belize.

👉 3 Academic Credits.
👉1 Unforgettable Summer.
👉 Application Deadline: March 31.

DM us for more info.

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You can read about culture, or you can taste it. 🌮✨
Spend your summer in Belize learning how traditional farming and indigenous foodways support sustainable development in real-time. It’s ethical, responsible, and hands-on.

Discover the exciting details about the Applied Sustainable Development & Cultural Diversity Summer 2026 programs. Contact us!

👉Priority deadline is March 31.

👉Click the link in our bio to learn more and begin your journey!

#studyinbelize #belizeanfood #culturaldiversity #sustainabevelopment #SDGs #Globallearning #interculturallearning

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What if your summer break actually changed the way you see the world?

Alexea didn't just visit Belize; she immersed herself in it. With 24/7 support from our staff and "priceless" memories from engaging in various host communities, she returned with more than just academic credits; she discovered a new vision for her future. ✍️

Priority Deadline: March 31! To secure your spot, please use the contact form available in our bio!

#studyinbelize #studyabroad #studentlife #summer2026 #travelwithpurpose #collegestudent #experientiallearning #SustainableDevelopment

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Earn 3 U.S. Academic Credits in just 13-17 days! 🎓 Join our Summer Field Intensives in Belize focused on Sustainable Development & Cultural Diversity.

High academic standards led by expert faculty with a focus on ethical, global impact. 🌿

How to Join: Questions about credit transfer or the March 31 priority funding deadline? DM us or email Rhondine Petrof at: 📧 [email protected]

#HigherEd #StudyAbroad #ExperientialLearning #Belize2026

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Did You Know?
Belize is home to a UNESCO World Heritage reef. 🌊 At Toucan, we dive into the data!
Our Sustainable Development students explore how biodiversity impacts local livelihoods.
If you were here, which would you study?
🔹 Marine Livelihoods
🔹 Sustainable Ag
#FieldStudies #StudyAbroad #Sustainability

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Meet your 2026 Peer Mentors, Sophie (@ShenandoahU) and Bryan (@AuburnU)! 🧭 They are here as collaborative listeners to answer your "real talk" questions on living in Belize, health & safety, and earning credits. Start your discovery: https://t.co/b4avSSCb3v

#StudyAbroad #PeerMentor

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#Studyabroad that supports the host community. 🌎 Toucan is a #socialenterprise reinvesting in Belizean reforestation and local scholarships.

Your program fee = Real-world change. 🌿🎓 🔗 https://t.co/xxGESyiN2V #HigherEd
#HigherEd #SustainableDevelopment

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What is THE SLE FACTOR™? We promise to help students SERVE, LEARN, and EXPLORE. 🎓🤝🌿
As a social enterprise in Belize, we bridge the gap between academic rigor and community impact. See how your journey can make a difference. 🔗 https://t.co/yVnhBAyIYt
#GlobalLearning #TheSLEFactor #StudyInBelize #StudyAbroad

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Our Faculty Lecture Series concludes on February 4 with an exploration of environmental immersion.

Academic Director Dr. Rebecca Friedel-Juan shares how the natural world shapes culture and humans. Our interactions with nature have equal implications for our health and well-being. This lecture offers a key framework for impactful student programming.

Live | Feb 4, 2026 | 12:00 PM ET
Click to register today! https://t.co/lGJOz8SIT1

#GlobalEducation #HigherEd #InternationalEducation #ToucanEducationPrograms #ToucanLectures #StudyinBelize #Anthropology

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Final Countdown...Register by the end of the day to join us live tomorrow!

Topic: An Overview of the UN Sustainable Development Goals Speaker: Dr. Ydahlia Metzgen -Economist & Finance Specialist Date: January 21, 2026 Time: 12:00 - 1:00 PM ET
Register: https://t.co/HYCLq86uX0

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Reminder: The first session is less than 48 hours away!

Topic: An Overview of the UN Sustainable Development Goals
Speaker: Dr. Ydahlia Metzgen -Economist & Finance Specialist
Date: January 21, 2026
Time: 12:00 - 1:00 PM ET

Register now! https://t.co/BHQegB6oah

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Toucan Featured Faculty: Dr. Ydahlia Metzgen (Jan 21, 2026)

Applied Sustainable Development in Education Abroad.

Why are the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals important to meaningful change for communities and the wider world?

Join Dr. Ydahlia Metzgen on January 21 at Noon Eastern for an expert-led session on the UN Sustainable Development Goals and their role in creating a better world.

Leveraging her extensive background in economics and finance, Dr. Metzgen offers strategic insights into the sustainable development of emerging economies.

Join us and discover the critical role advanced economies can play in supporting these societies for lasting, positive global impact.

⏰ Live: Jan 21, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM ET
👉 Register now to save your seat: https://t.co/HYCLq86uX0

#GlobalEducation #HigherEd #InternationalEducation #ToucanEducationPrograms #Webinar #StudyinBelize #GlobalLearning #StudyAbroad #ProfessionalDevelopment

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If you are a spousal or child dependent of active or activated U.S. military personnel and you’re receiving federal student aid, you can study or intern abroad with the Gilman-McCain Scholarship!

Applications are now open. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to forge your leadership and career-readiness skills by studying abroad. 🌟✈️
Learn more and apply today: https://t.co/1XZa9ySyjN

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