Posted by Nigel on November 18, 2009 in Study Abroad
Consider joining us in Beijing, China as a participant in the next UB SLIDE program, an international leadership and travel experience, during the summer of 2010. The SLIDE Program (Student Leaders International Dialogue and Exchange) is an opportunity for student leaders not only to learn about leadership from a global perspective, but to experience it first hand by traveling to other parts of the world to learn from and work with other student leaders.
In July 2010, you will have the opportunity to travel to China for an intensive seven-day leadership and educational seminar, joining students from across the United States to meet with students in Beijing. The program is called the Silk Road to China and is sponsored by the Legends of China Foundation. Other universities, including several in the University of California system, Cornell, UNC, Yale, Stanford, have all participated in this program.
In addition to the trip to China, from July 17th to 23rd, you will also participate in pre-trip and post-trip academic requirements. You will earn one academic credit for satisfactory completion of all program requirements. The price for the seven day trip starts at $1,400 – this includes domestic and international air fare, hotel accommodations, ground transportation, food, programs and events, and travel insurance. (There are optional, additional excursions that would increase this price.)
To learn more about the experience, we are hosting an information session on January 20th – you can enjoy some Chinese food while learning more about the program. Location and time for the session are being finalized, but if you would like to reserve your spot at the session or if you have questions, please email Kristen Brill, Coordinator for Constituency Relations, at kbrill@buffalo.edu.
Posted by Nigel on November 18, 2009 in Study Abroad
UB Study Abroad is pleased to invite you to the 7th annual Study Abroad Photo Contest & Exhibition scheduled to take place one week from today Thursday, November 19th in the Student Union, Flag Room (2nd Floor) from 4-6pm. We have had over 70 study abroad participants submit photos illustrating their study abroad experience and we strongly encourage you to come to the Student Union Flag Room to see the over 200 photos taken all over the world by UB study abroad participants. A presentation of the winners will start at 4:30pm and refreshments will be provided. Please come to the Student Union, Flag Room (2nd Floor) next week Thursday 4-6pm to attend this International Education Week event and vote for your favorite photo for the People’s Choice Award.
We hope that you will join us in this showcase event and look forward to seeing you there!
UB Study Abroad is pleased to announce the Spring 2010 semester program in London, led by Dr. Debra Street, a professor of sociology at UB. The program will be hosted and supported by CAPA (Centres for Academic Programs Abroad). The UB Semester Program in London has been developed by Dr. Street to provide students with an insider’s view of the UK from a sociological perspective.
Students will enroll in:
· 2 regular 3-credit courses that will present an in-depth and comparative analysis of social policy and the social organization of health care in the UK. These courses will combine classroom work with related site visits around London.
· an internship for 6 credits with an organization in London that closely matches their academic interests.
· an independent study for 3 credits in which students will pursue a topic of interest related to the course material, the internship, or another topic that fits with the contextual and geographic theme of the program.
These courses match existing UB courses in Sociology that can be used to fulfill requirements for majors and minors in Sociology and Interdisciplinary Studies. Interested students from other disciplines are welcome and advised to check with their departments about using these courses for major credit.
This program is a wonderful opportunity for UB students and we strongly encourage you to visit our website at www.buffalo.edu/studyabroad for more information about this program and to contact our office at studyabroad@buffalo.edu if you have any questions.
*** Given that this is opportunity incorporates Study Abroad, Internship and Independent Study elements it will count as 3 Experiences in fulfillment of your Honors requirements.***
Posted by Nigel on September 14, 2009 in Study Abroad
The following is a short-term study opportunity that is being offered to SUNY students and subsidized by China.
Students (”student delegates”) will receive 1 credit (paid for at home campus). Students will each be expected to produce a portfolio of their trip for grades. Several SUNY faculty will accompany the group and grade the portfolios. The program will depart from New York and take place during the first two weeks of January (likely the 3rd-14th). The total cost will be about $1,200 per student.
The applicant qualifications are as follows:
1. Students should be in good academic standing at home campuses
2. Students should be prepared to articulate in an essay their strong interest in visiting China
3. There is no Chinese language requirement
4. Students should have never been to China before
5. Priorities will be given to sophomores
6. Priorities will be given to students who are taking China-related courses or are interested in taking China-related courses upon return
7. Academically excellent freshmen are welcome to apply as are upper classmen and graduate students
Applications should include: an application form (online at www.albany.edu/studyabroad ); a personal statement of interest; one academic reference; and a transcript. Applications should be sent to:Yang Pisani
Program Coordinator
UAlbany Study Abroad and Exchanges
Science Library G40
518-591-8170
studyabroad@albany.edu
More information is available at: http://www.albany.edu/studyabroad (Under PROGRAMS, please select CHINA and then MULTIPLE CITIES—Wintersession 2010 Only).
***This would count towards the Honors Experiences as Study Abroad credit.***
Posted by Jessica on April 29, 2009 in Study Abroad
Again for spring 2010, the Honors Scholars Program at the University of North Carolina Wilmington will sponsor a semester study abroad program in Wales at Swansea University, winner of the coveted London Times award for “best student experience” among British universities, as determined by student votes. We welcome honors students from universities across the United States to join us!!!!!
The Setting: Swansea University, overlooking Swansea Bay, is situated within a large area of landscaped parkland within walking distance of the city center. To the west is the lovely Gower Peninsula with its broad bays and sandy coves. Swansea is a modern city of 200,000 with well-equipped leisure centers and cultural facilities. Swansea can be reached by train from London in about 3 hours.
Costs and Application: $8,700 (this figure is approximate at this time but deemed to be fairly accurate). The cost includes tuition and fees, accommodations, study abroad health insurance, orientation, local bus pass, and scheduled field trips. Not included are airfare, meals, and books.
Applications may be requested from the Office of International Programs, UNCW, Wilmington, NC 28403-5965. E-mail: pikek@uncw.edu More information about the program, a description of the honors seminar, links to UWS, and pictures of UWS, Swansea, and Wales are available at this web site: http://www.uncw.edu/intprogs/documents/UWS2008_001.ppt
Please feel free to contact:
Dr. Jim Herstine (herstinej@uncw.edu), or
Mark Gallovic, Director of Education Abroad (gallovicm@uncw.edu,), or
Kara Pike, Assistant Director of Education Abroad (pikek@uncw.edu )
with any questions.
Posted by Jessica on February 2, 2009 in Study Abroad
Consider an adventure in learning
Environment, Society, and Culture of Ecuador July 21 - August 9, 2009
Eastern Illinois University invites undergraduate and graduate students, honors students, teachers, friends and adult family to experience the land and people of the Andes Mountains, Amazon rainforest and the Galapagos Islands July 21 through Aug. 9, 2009. Geography, earth science, culture and history are part of this four-credit course titled “Environment, Society and Culture of Ecuador.” Program fee includes first rate lodging, international and in-country airfares, meals, boat and ground transportation, estimated cost $6,600 plus tuition. Out of state students welcome and pay in-state tuition in the summer. For details, visit
http://www.eiu.edu/~edabroad/programs/facultyled/smith
or call Betty Smith at 217-581-6340 (office) or 217-549-4900 (cell) or e-mail besmith@eiu.edu
Posted by Jessica on February 2, 2009 in Study Abroad
The University of Washington Honors is currently accepting applications for their study abroad programs in Amsterdam and Berlin. Honors students from other institutions are eligible. Details below:
AMSTERDAM–Public Lives and Private Places: Urban Research in Amsterdam
July 24 - August 22
http://depts.washington.edu/uwhonors/international/amsterdam/
BERLIN–Berlin Borders: Identity Formation after the Wall
August 1 - August 29
http://depts.washington.edu/uwhonors/international/berlin/
Posted by Jessica on January 26, 2009 in Study Abroad
Dig a Castle in Belgium! (July 2009) –a few places remain!
Eastern Illinois University School of Continuing Education, in partnership with the University of Louvain-la-Neuve in Belgium, invites applications for the seventh season of its Summer Archaeology Program. The dates are June 29-July 31, 2009, and the program centers on the excavation of medieval Walhain Castle. Honors students may receive Honors credit, awarded in either History or Earth Sciences. The course is open to all students in good standing; there are no prerequisites, and no previous background in archaeology is required. The cost of the program, which includes tuition and fees, board and lodging –but not overseas airfare– is $4799. The deadline for applications is February 6. For more information please contact Professor Bailey Young at bkyoung@eiu.edu. or write c/o History Department, 2744 Coleman Hall, Eastern Illinois University, 600 Lincoln Ave, Charleston, IL 61920.
Posted by Nigel on January 26, 2009 in Study Abroad
So you’re interested in studying abroad – what are your next steps in making this a reality? Come to a group advising session on Wednesday, January 28th from 3-4 pm in 108 Baldy Hall and we will help you navigate through the next steps of pursuing this valuable academic opportunity.
The group advising session will cover the preliminary tasks of studying abroad, such as:
* researching study abroad options
* identifying the program that is right for you
* preparing a study abroad application
* working with academic and financial aid advisors
* obtaining scholarship information
If you are currently considering adding a study abroad experience to your UB academic career, we strongly suggest that you attend this UB Study Abroad group advising session. We hope to see you there!
Study Abroad Programs
University at Buffalo (SUNY)
210 Talbert Hall
Buffalo, NY 14260
Tel: (716) 645-3912
Fax: (716) 645-6197
studyabroad@buffalo.edu
There are several intern abroad opportunities available through The Washington Center for Internships and Academic Seminars. The following summer 2009 programs allow students to combine study abroad with a substantive internship:
The Washington, D.C. – London Program (now in its third year)
The Washington, D.C. – Oxford Program (new in 2009)
The Washington, D.C. – Sydney Program (new in 2009)
Designed as a seminar in the nation’s capital followed by an internship placement with programming and rigorous academic study in one of the above cities, each program will help students gain a valuable comparative understanding of culture and professional life – an important asset in today’s global workforce. For further information visit www.twc.edu/internabroad or contact internabroad@twc.edu. The application deadline for all three programs is February 27, 2009.
