Greece 2010

Enjoy one of the world’s most ancient cities with its rich history while exploring the Greek Isles for this ultimate summer experience in leadership and service. Wander in amazement as you gaze upon the Acropolis one minute and set sail for Crete and the beaches of Mykonos and Santorini the next. Joined by thought leaders from around the world, students will have access to ground breaking leadership models and service learning opportunities. The Global L.E.A.D. Program will create a new global standard for service and learning overseas and empower students to become more well-rounded international leaders of tomorrow.

Through a unique learn-do model, students will have the opportunity to earn upper level elective credit in Leadership and Service Learning both inside and outside the classroom to make learning come alive. To augment this knowledge, students will participate in Adventure and Diplomacy opportunities with our on the ground partners. In keeping with the purpose of the Global L.E.A.D. Program, the leadership and service learning courses offered will emphasize the culture and natural surroundings of this ancient land and vibrant culture. An extreme effort is made in both courses to re-inforce the classroom instruction with the rich cultural surroundings by having students participate in field trips and out of classroom activities.

In keeping with the innovative and dynamic mission of Global L.E.A.D., we will also stretch the imagination of each student by exploring historic landmarks once reserved for history books, serving alongside street children, romas, gypsies, and refugees, to provide social services as well as general awareness. Additionally students will have the opportunity to set sail for Crete and the outlying Greek Isles of Mykonos and Santorini where you can test you luck bungee jumping, canyoning, and exploring the most talked about beaches and piercing blue waters.

The Global L.E.A.D. Program offers spacious accommodations within walking distance to the Glyfada beach and the city center which has numerous cafes and restaurants to enjoy. Located in one of the most safe and accessible areas of Athens, the area provides easy access to all the historical sites while still offering a traditional Greek neighborhood ambiance. Accommodations in Crete, Mykonos and Santorini are hotel-style rooms in tourist-friendly areas with all amenities and services provided.