KU Costa Rica ties widen with economic focus
Kansas University and the University of Costa Rica are expanding beyond exchanges toward economic development. The Golfito project on Costa Rica’s Pacific coast, a joint KU UCR station since 1985, aims to revive the town with health care and financial programs, as KU and LSU join in broader plans to aid Golfito and similar communities.
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Sights and sounds of KU Costa Rica trip noted
A Kansas University delegation praises Costa Rican hospitality and weather while recounting travel by air to Golfito, noting palm fields, markets, and San Jose sights. Translators like George Woodyard aided dialogue as Costa Rican officials and UCR representatives spoke during the exchange agreement ceremony.
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Anita Herzfeld
University of Costa Rica
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Kansas University
Fred Williams
KU Alumni Association
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Gracias
Adios
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Golfito
George Woodyard
Woodyard
Oscar Arias
Arias
Morlan
University of Costa Rica weighs role in nation’s economy
The University of Costa Rica and Kansas University share exchanges while facing financing shortages and faculty flight. Rector Fernando Duran argues for a middle‑of‑the‑road model with strong government participation in business, guiding UCR to align curricula and community service with national needs. Professor Jorge Hidalgo, KU PhD alum, plans aging research to help Costa Rica prepare for a growing elderly population.
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University of
Costa Rica
San Jose
Duran
UCR
Jorge Hidalgo
Hidalgo
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