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New Orleans, USA
Program Overview
Focus: Urban Resilience, Recovery, & Adaptation
Credentials: Smart Certificate, Credit Eligible
Duration: 5 Days
- Dive into Immersive Learning in New Orleans, Louisiana
- Engage in Local, Expert-Led Workshops in Disaster Recovery and Community Resilience
- Contribute to a Community-Led Service Learning Initiative in Environmental Sustainability and Disaster Risk Reduction
Immerse yourself in the heart of New Orleans with The GREEN Program’s unparalleled focus on urban resilience, recovery, and adaptation, set against the backdrop of the city’s unique position below sea level. Participants will explore New Orleans as a dynamic, living laboratory of urban challenges, resilience strategies, and successful local initiatives in sustainable development and community resilience, all shaped by the city’s geographical position and its history with hurricanes and natural disasters.
Participants will engage in expert-led workshops, site visits, and hands-on projects, gaining invaluable insights into sustainable development, disaster recovery, justice, and community resilience from industry professionals and community leaders. From a New Orleans food tour, to a jazz tour, and exploration of local history and ecology, the program offers a holistic experience that goes beyond the classroom.
As a part of this intensive 5-day journey in “The Big Easy”, participants will also have the opportunity to take part in an innovative Capstone Project and sustainability service-learning project to support resilience and adaptation efforts while gaining practical skills and experience in urban planning, environmental sustainability, and disaster risk reduction.
Apply now and be a part of this exceptional learning experience in New Orleans!
Location: New Orleans, LA, USA
Focus: Urban Resilience, Recovery, & Adaptation
Program Dates Now Enrolling:
March 11-15, 2025
Enrollment Deadline: Jan 30, 2025
Credentials: Credit Eligible, TGP Smart Certificate
Length: 5 Days
Program Fee:
– Early Bird: $975 (*For the first five participants who enroll by 8/30/24!)
– Single Pay: $1500
– Payment Plan: $360/month for 5 months
– Flex Pay: $500 non-refundable deposit, and custom payment plan
*Learn more about affordable financing with the Clean Energy Credit Union
Program Highlights
Art, Culture, & Music
Immerse yourself in the rich history of jazz, museums, electic art, and unique culture that New Orleans has to offer.
Hurricane Katrina Tour
Visit the neighborhoods impacted by historic Hurricane Katrina, gaining a firsthand understanding of the ongoing recovery efforts in the community.
Service Learning Project: Supporting Resilience & Adaptation Efforts
New Orleans Food Tour
Discover the best local hangout for the best beignets, offer a chance to tuck into mouth-watering Cajun and Creole dishes, and more. You’ll want to take all of the best New Orleans recipes home with you!
Exploring “The Big Easy”
Nicknamed the “Big Easy,” New Orleans is known for its round-the-clock nightlife, vibrant live-music scene and spicy cuisine reflecting its history as a melting pot of French, African and American cultures.
History of the Land Workshop & Tour
Embark on a tour with a local non-profit farm, delving into the historical narrative of the land, from Indigenous histories to present-day sustainability and justice discussions, offering an immersive experience in local history, ecology, and future land use.
Program Outcomes
Get started and apply for a unique experience in The Big Easy today!
Itinerary
*Note: This is a sample itinerary. Itineraries are subject to change.
Participants should be prepared to hike several miles through various terrains and weather conditions (i.e. snow).
Earn a Smart Certificate built for career impact
Upon completion, you’ll receive a digital Smart Certificate as your certificate of completion.
Boost your LinkedIn, see who’s hiring, and gain access to real job-insights and data.
Accurate insights tied to real skills
We take the guesswork out of the outcomes. Gain job insights that are tied directly to the skills & learning outcomes of the course.
Your digital certificate uses block-chain and machine learning technology that will showcase each skill’s career value and connects you with real jobs that require those skills.
More metrics, more value
Get even more insight into the job market by receiving salary ranges specific to your certification’s skills and which companies are interested in hiring the skills that your certification provides.
Identify the employers that have the biggest demand for skills that you attained through your TGP course.
Job insight data
Your smart certificate will connect your credentials with real-time job data from around the world. The job data that our partners use is gathered from 65,000 global information sources; 143 gigs of raw data every day!
Using machine learning and statistical insights we’re able to connect the skills that you gain with the jobs available today.
Helping to improve impactful careers
TGP’s smart certificates enables participants to explore the roles that are available to them once you complete the course.
Real-time, open jobs are just a few clicks away from your certificate. We’re ready to start delivering career impact directly!
What’s included?
- Private guides: Explore the city with knowledgeable, local guides who are eager to share their passion for NOLA and sustainability
- Transportation: We’ll be exploring New Orleans with sustainability in mind: By foot, trolley, and bus
- Some Meals: Our local team knows the best spots, and we’ve got you covered for lunches and the final dinner. You’ll also have the flexibility to explore breakfasts and dinners on your own, with plenty of delicious options to choose from in NOLA. *Did you know? New Orleans was named TripAdvisor’s #1 Food Destination in the U.S.!
- Service Learning: The service learning component allows participants to support and engage with local organizations, with a portion of program fees directly supporting these initiatives to enhance community impact and sustainability efforts.
- Unique Experiences: Between the jazz tours and food tours, we have some fun surprises along the way.
- Speakers Series & Workshops: Engage with NOLA’s sustainability leaders and learn about local resilience initiatives.
- TGP Certificate of Completion: Upon completion, participants will receive TGP’s Certificate of Completion to enhance your LinkedIn and resume with experiential education in sustainability.
What’s not included: Flight, hotel, breakfasts, dinners (except for the final dinner)
*Note: With various accommodation options available in the downtown area, participants have the freedom to choose their preferred lodging. Participants are responsible for their breakfasts and most dinners, allowing them to explore the vibrant and diverse food scene of New Orleans independently.
Pricing
Custom Plan
Initial deposit of
$500
Secure your spot with a a non-refundable $500 deposit
Customize recurring daily, weekly, or monthly payments
Pay the rest 6 weeks before the program starts
Full payment of
$1,500
Save money by paying up front
No need to worry about payment reminders
Get started on your adventure right away!
Adventure Affordably: Financing Available
Pay overtime with smaller payments over 36 months.
Note: Rates may change. Learn more HERE.