Summer travel programs for high school students. Explore your interests with New York Times experts.
Why Travel With The New York Times Since its founding in 1851, The New York Times has included coverage of education and travel as part of its journalistic mission. On New York Times Student Journeys, curious and adventurous high school students delve into a theme of their choosing through hands-on experiences with a New York Times expert and a team of group leaders. Through activities in the field and interactions with locals, students expand their learning beyond the traditional classroom and pursue a project with guidance from accomplished experts and leaders. TRAVEL TO DESTINATIONS PROMINENT IN THE TIMES
Our journeys take students to places that have been covered in The Times, where students can benefit from our insider’s perspective as they explore themes and topics associated with local and global issues. EXPLORE YOUR PASSIONS
Each journey has a focus on science, arts, politics, business, journalism, history or food. These themes are designed to help you explore a new topic or go deeper into one that’s already a passion. LEARN FROM NEW YORK TIMES EXPERTS
Students are joined by a New York Times expert who is a specialist in the destination or theme. These accomplished individuals join each program to lead informal discussions, inspire students to develop new perspectives and offer advice and mentorship.
“Our son learned how to engage in a new culture and how to be a great traveler. He also developed a great relationship with a worldclass thinker and writer who made a great impression upon him as a role model.” — ABBEY GARDNER & PATRICK DOLAN, NEW YORK, N.Y.
SUMMER 2018
“The highlight of my program was being able to meet and speak with people actively making a difference. At the end of the trip, creating and presenting an easy project about something I was interested in gave me a great sense of accomplishment.” — SASKIA E., SAN JOSE, CALIF. AMERICAN SOUTH PARTICIPANT
| Apply now at nytimes.com/studentjourneys or call 866 870 2350
ASIA
Thailand and Vietnam CULTURE AND CUISINE
DATES
INTEREST CATEGORY
June 27–July 13 TUITION
$5,790
Food & Agriculture Arts & Culture
EXPERT
PLACES VISITED
Kim Severson, Food Reporter
Chiang Mai and Bangkok, Thailand; Hanoi and Ha Long Bay, Vietnam
Explore the culture of Thailand and Vietnam through the delectable lens of cuisine. Sample fried silkworms on the streets of Hanoi, search markets for authentic tastes, or shadow a reporter at a Bangkok-based travel magazine. Delve into the art of growing, harvesting, preparing and savoring food with the guidance of a Times food expert.
SUMMER 2018
| Apply now at nytimes.com/studentjourneys or call 866 870 2350
China BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS IN A RISING MARKET
Get a frontline view of the global economy and participate in a weeklong internship. DATES
EXPERT
June 24–July 7 $6,290
Tom Redburn, Former Economics Editor
INTEREST CATEGORY
PLACES VISITED
TUITION
Business & Economics
Shanghai, Hong Kong
Israel and Jordan CONFLICT AND PEACE
Examine enduring conflict and peace efforts with scholars, activists and religious leaders. DATES
EXPERT
July 2–15 $6,290
Jodi Rudoren, Editorial Director, NYT Global
INTEREST CATEGORY
PLACES VISITED
TUITION
History & Context Politics & Perspectives
SUMMER 2018
Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Amman, Wadi Rum
| Apply now at nytimes.com/studentjourneys or call 866 870 2350
SOUTH AMERICA
Peru PUBLIC HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT IN THE ANDES
DATES
INTEREST CATEGORY
June 27–July 10 TUITION
$5,490
Science & Nature Politics & Perspectives
EXPERT
PLACES VISITED
Donald McNeil, Science Reporter
Lima, Cuzco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu
Learn how Peru has worked closely with international health groups to provide community-based health care to the country’s diverse population. Learn firsthand from health practitioners, and see how they treat disease and train community members to balance respect for traditional medical practices with more modern treatments.
SUMMER 2018
| Apply now at nytimes.com/studentjourneys or call 866 870 2350
NORTH AMERICA
American South
D. C. to Detroit
SPOTLIGHT ON SOCIAL JUSTICE
POLITICS AND DIVISIONS, NATIONAL AND LOCAL
Focus on race, inequality and civil rights, and meet people seeking solutions.
Explore perspectives on topics from jobs to gun control. Discuss paths forward.
DATES
EXPERT
DATES
EXPERT
June 25–July 10
Peter Applebome, Deputy Editor
July 8–25
Yamiche Alcindor, Reporter
PLACES VISITED
$5,790
TUITION
$5,790 INTEREST CATEGORY
History & Context Politics & Perspectives
New Orleans, La.; Montgomery and Selma, Ala.; Memphis, Tenn.; Clarksdale and Greenwood, Miss.
TUITION
INTEREST CATEGORY
Politics & Perspectives
PLACES VISITED
Washington, D.C.; Charleston, W.Va.; Athens and Sandusky, Ohio; Detroit and Petoskey, Mich.
California
California
FOLLOW THE WATER FROM SOURCE TO SEA
PERSPECTIVES ON IMMIGRATION
Delve into issues of water conservation as you explore Tahoe, Yosemite and the coast.
Speak with lawmakers, migrant workers and border officers to explore this issue. DATES
EXPERT
June 24–July 8
Jennifer Medina, National Correspondent
DATES
EXPERT
June 20–30
Henry Fountain, Climate Reporter
TUITION
PLACES VISITED
INTEREST CATEGORY
TUITION
$5,490 INTEREST CATEGORY
Science & Nature Activities & Sports
SUMMER 2018
Lake Tahoe, Yosemite National Park, San Francisco
$5,590 History & Context Politics & Perspectives
PLACES VISITED
San Francisco, Los Angeles, San Diego
| Apply now at nytimes.com/studentjourneys or call 866 870 2350
NORTH AMERICA AND EUROPE
New York to Milan FASHION DESIGN AND TRENDS IN TWO STYLE CAPITALS
DATES
INTEREST CATEGORY
June 22–July 7
Arts & Culture
TUITION
Business & Economics
$6,390
EXPERT
PLACES VISITED
Matthew Schneier, Style Reporter
New York City; Milan, Italy
Step behind the scenes of the fashion industry and learn to design, critique and create your own ready-to-wear clothing line in two global centers of style and innovation. With your expert, study international trends, meet with haute couture designers, and develop a critical understanding of how fashion shapes and is shaped by identity and culture.
SUMMER 2018
| Apply now at nytimes.com/studentjourneys or call 866 870 2350
EUROPE
Oxford and Florence Residential Program INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS, CURRENT EVENTS AND THE ARTS
Live and learn in a dynamic community of students with diverse interests. Through hands-on activities, meetings with local professionals, guest lectures and the guidance of a Times expert, dive into a theme of your choosing: • International Relations & Economics • Current Events • Arts & Culture
Join either the Florence or Oxford portions of this program. Or make the most of your experience by starting in Florence and ending in Oxford, immersing yourself in two cultures and perspectives.
SUMMER 2018
DATES
Florence: July 1–12 / Oxford: July 11–22 Oxford & Florence: July 1–22 TUITION
Florence: $5,790 / Oxford: $5,790 Oxford & Florence: $9,990 INTEREST CATEGORY
Arts & Culture Business & Economics Politics & Perspectives OXFORD EXPERTS
Kim Barker, Foreign Correspondent Wendell Jamieson, Metro Editor FLORENCE EXPERTS
Dan Wakin, Deputy Director, NYT Global Ian Fisher, Former Correspondent PLACES VISITED
Florence, Oxford
| Apply now at nytimes.com/studentjourneys or call 866 870 2350
Oxford Journalism MEDIA AND DIGITAL STORYTELLING
Hone your skills as a journalist at one of the Western world’s greatest centers of learning. DATES
EXPERT
July 11–22
Jim Dwyer, Columnist
TUITION
$5,790
PLACES VISITED
INTEREST CATEGORY
Oxford
Journalism & Media
London ART, THEATER, FOOD AND FASHION THROUGH THE CRITIC’S LENS
Take on the role of tastemaker and develop your unique voice as a critic of the arts. DATES
EXPERTS
June 24–July 8 July 10–24
Patrick Healy, Deputy Culture Editor
TUITION
$6,990 INTEREST CATEGORY
Arts & Culture
Roslyn Sulcas, Critic and Reporter PLACES VISITED
London, Stratfordupon-Avon, Isle of Wight, Cambridge
SUMMER 2018
| Apply now at nytimes.com/studentjourneys or call 866 870 2350
CERN and the
Swiss Alps
PUSHING THE BOUNDARIES OF SCIENCE
DATES
June 22–July 5 July 6–19
INTEREST CATEGORY
Science & Nature
EXPERT
PLACES VISITED
Kenneth Chang, Science Reporter
Geneva, Lugano, Interlaken
George Johnson, Science Writer
TUITION
$6,890
As scientists in Switzerland push the limits of human knowledge, how can they communicate their breakthroughs? Along with your expert, visit world-class laboratories on the cutting edge of physics, mechanics, biology and astronomy. Interview researchers and investigate the technical and human aspects of science.
SUMMER 2018
| Apply now at nytimes.com/studentjourneys or call 866 870 2350
Iceland ENERGY AND CLIMATE CHANGE AT THE ARCTIC CIRCLE
Learn about the effects of climate change and explore renewable energy innovations. DATES
EXPERT
July 9–23
John Schwartz, Climate Reporter
TUITION
$7,890
PLACES VISITED
INTEREST CATEGORY
Science & Nature
Reykjavik, Isafjordur, Patreksfjordur, Snaefellsnes Peninsula
Germany LEADERSHIP AND THE CHANGING FACE OF EUROPE
Meet officials, activists and immigrants to explore Germany’s role in Europe. DATES
EXPERT
June 22–July 5 July 7–20
Melissa Eddy, Berlin Correspondent
TUITION
$6,690 INTEREST CATEGORY
History & Context Politics & Perspectives
SUMMER 2018
Jack Ewing, Economics Correspondent PLACES VISITED
Berlin, Leipzig, Stuttgart, Munich
| Apply now at nytimes.com/studentjourneys or call 866 870 2350
New York Times Experts A New York Times journalist or subject-matter expert joins each journey to share their insider’s knowledge of the destination or theme. Our experts accompany students for six days on average to lead activities, help students develop new insights and guide students as they create a culminating project related to the trip’s theme.
D.C. TO DETROIT
Yamiche Alcindor
AMERICAN SOUTH
Peter Applebome
GERMANY
OXFORD & FLORENCE
CERN & THE SWISS ALPS
OXFORD JOURNALISM
CALIFORNIA WATER
Kim Barker
Kenneth Chang
Melissa Eddy
Jack Ewing
GERMANY
OXFORD & FLORENCE
LONDON
OXFORD & FLORENCE
CERN & THE SWISS ALPS
CHINA
ISRAEL & JORDAN
Patrick Healy
CALIFORNIA IMMIGRATION
Wendell Jamieson
Jennifer Medina
Tom Redburn
ICELAND
THAILAND & VIETNAM
John Schwartz
Kim Severson
Ian Fisher
George Johnson
Jim Dwyer
Henry Fountain
PERU
Donald McNeil
NYC & MILAN
Jodi Rudoren
Matthew Schneier
LONDON
OXFORD & FLORENCE
Roslyn Sulcas
Dan Wakin
“Our daughter loved being out and about every day and appreciated the intense schedule. She gained more confidence regarding traveling by herself and her ability to work with new people.”
“I hope students get to experience this program for many years to come. I am a better person and writer because of it.” — JOSEPH N., NEW YORK, N.Y. OXFORD JOURNALISM PARTICIPANT
— DONGKWAN KIM & MYONGHEE BAN, LANSDALE, PA.
All Journeys DESTINATION
DATES TUITION
American South: Spotlight on Social Justice
6/25–7/10
$5,790
California: Follow the Water From Source to Sea
6/20–6/30
$5,490
California: Perspectives on Immigration
6/24–7/8
$5,590
CERN and the Swiss Alps: Pushing the Boundaries of Science 6/22–7/5 7/6–7/19
$6,890
China: Business and Economics in a Rising Market
6/24–7/7
$6,290
D.C. to Detroit: Politics and Divisions, National and Local
7/8–7/25
$5,790
Germany: Leadership and the Changing Face of Europe 6/22–7/5 $6,690 7/7–7/20 Iceland: Energy and Climate Change at the Arctic Circle
7/9–7/23 $7,890
Israel and Jordan: Conflict and Peace
7/2–7/15 $6,290
London: Art, Theater, Food and Fashion Through the Critic’s Lens 6/24–7/8 $6,990 7/10–7/24 New York to Milan: Fashion Design and Trends in Two Style Capitals
6/22–7/7 $6,390
Oxford and Florence: International Relations, Current Events and the Arts
Florence 7/1–7/12 $5,790
Oxford 7/11–7/22 $5,790 Oxford & Florence 7/1–7/22 $9,990 Oxford Journalism: Media and Digital Storytelling
7/11–7/22 $5,790
Peru: Public Health and Development in the Andes
6/27–7/10 $5,490
Thailand and Vietnam: Culture and Cuisine
6/27–7/13 $5,790
SUMMER 2018
| Apply now at nytimes.com/studentjourneys or call 866 870 2350
OUR TRAVEL PROVIDER
Operating each of our journeys is Putney Student Travel. Since 1951, Putney has offered high school and middle school students the opportunity to shape their world through travel, cultural engagement, friendship and fun. With a focus on logistics and safety, Putney creates experiential learning programs that inspire students in real-world contexts, with an emphasis on deep engagement off the beaten track. GROUP LEADERS
In addition to a Times expert, each trip is led by a carefully selected team of group leaders, distinguished in fields related to the themes of our programs. They are not only advisers, guides and mentors, but also good friends. They share our commitment to helping students make their own discoveries in a safe, supportive and fun environment. All leaders hold bachelor’s or advanced degrees. LIFE ON THE ROAD
Spend each day engaged in activities related to your theme. Interview scientists working to advance artificial intelligence, pitch a business idea to entrepreneurs, review a designer’s artistic vision or meet politicians, activists and lawmakers with differing views on immigration. Hone your skills in communication, critical thinking and presentation as you develop a project of your choosing and share it at the end of your journey. HEALTH AND SAFETY
To ensure the health and safety of our students, we use reputable transportation companies, have strong networks of in-country contacts and identify English-speaking clinics. All leaders are certified in C.P.R. and first aid, and trained in safety and emergency procedures. Program days are filled with structured activities, with occasional times when students explore a designated area in small groups.
How to Apply 1 2 3
Visit our website. Complete the application form, agreement form and payment. Submit your application statement and two teacher references.
ELIGIBILITY
Students completing 9th through 12th grades are eligible to participate. SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
The Putney Open Door Fund, a nonprofit foundation whose purpose is to provide support for young people seeking educational summer experiences, considers scholarship applications from students applying to New York Times Student Journeys. To learn more about scholarship opportunities and eligibility, visit nytimes.com/ studentjourneys/scholarship. TERMS AND CONDITIONS Quoted trip prices are per person and subject to availability. Excludes internal and international air. Programs subject to change. All terms and conditions can be found at nytimes.com/ studentjourneys or you can call 866-870-2350 and request a copy be sent to you.