San Ignacio, Cayo -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/21/2011 -- What do New Mexico State University, Rutgers University, University of Connecticut, University of South Carolina, Mississippi State University, University of Pennsylvania, McGill University, Grand Valley State University, California State University (Monterey Bay), University of Guelph, Washington State University, North Carolina State University, Cornell University, University of Saskatchewan, and Alpena Community College have in common? They have all found the unique, life changing experience that ISIS Belize can provide their students.

Students from these universities and colleges have gathered in Belize to explore issues in animal science. They will explore health, disease, conservation and animal husbandry issues through field experiences, lectures and clinics. The students will assist local veterinarians and experts at the Belize Zoo, Crocland, local farms and ranches, the Community Baboon Sanctuary, the Sarteneja Manatee and Primate Rehabilitation Centre, the Belize Herpetology Centre and many others.

Veterinarians Dr. Edwardo Tesecum, Dr. Isabelle Paquet-Durand, Dr. Kirsten Bubeck and Dr. Emma Gardner will be organizing free spay/neuter clinics in communities in the Cayo and Corozal districts, where students will assist and learn first-hand about the issues facing dogs and cats in Belize. In addition to the spaying/neutering, they will be providing tick and flea medication, and diagnosing various conditions of the animals. They are anticipating treating over 100 animals in four communities.

So what do these 15 universities and colleges have in common - learning, adventure, service, and conservation. Their students will return to classrooms with new insights and skills, a deeper understanding of Belizean culture, a host of new friends and a perspective on life that few get the opportunity to experience.

For more information visit http://www.ISISBelize.com, or contact Nancy Adamson at Nadamson@ISISBelize.com, or by phone at 011-501-668-0930.