Their activities benefit U.S. and Middle East environment and society, and promote IALC's goal to support and investigate ecologically sound methods of desert management. Selected students from IALC member institutions spend a month or more working in the field with eminent scientists on projects sponsored by the Consortium.
Students conduct research in a country other than their home country.
During their fellowships, the students focus on practical knowledge and application of research in areas including desertification, water management, and reforestation. This exchange between American universities and researchers in the Middle East fosters an environment in which young people can grow intellectually and contribute to understanding among Israeli, Arab, and U.S. participants. He was able to visit many different areas in South Dakota during his recent fellowship, and his supervising researcher enriched his experience even beyond the significant scientific work they did. Each time, Dr. Schumacher would make a point of exposing me to cultural experiences. The trips were excellent, educational, and cultural enrichment experiences.