Short Term Programs
Upcoming Programs - May 2024
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Irish Culture and Identity in Tullycross, Ireland
Tentative dates: May 12 - May 27
Estimated cost: $4,000
Includes airfare, in-country transportation, excursions/entrance fees, housing, some
meals and insurance. Scholarship available!!
Eligibility: completed 2 semesters of college (spring 2024 semester can count towards meeting this requirement), GPA 2.5+, not on academic probation or have recent, serious, or repetitive behavioral citations from the Dean of Students
Course Details: IRST 210 - Irish Culture and Identity (humanities gen. ed. credit)
Register and complete coursework during the Spring 2024 semester, then spend about
2 weeks experiencing Irish culture in Tullycross - a town we have had a relationship with for over 50
years! The 2 weeks in Ireland will be spent engaging with the local community, participating
in service projects, and touring some key cultural locations.
Faculty leader: Dr. Stefani Boutelier, Education
Last year Dr. Boutelier led the education short-term experience to Finland and Sweden and visited Tullycross as part of the 50th Ireland Reunion. She is so excited to explore Irish culture and identity with students in class, but especially in the wonderful community of Tullycross!
Iceland
Tentative dates: May 13 - May 24
Estimated cost: $4,000
Includes airfare, in-country transportation, excursions/entrance fees, housing, some
meals and insurance.
Eligibility: completed 2 semesters of college (spring 2024 semester can count towards meeting this requirement), GPA 2.5+, not on academic probation or have recent, serious, or repetitive behavioral citations from the Dean of Students
Course Details: Register and complete coursework during the Spring 2024 semester, then spend about 2 weeks experiencing what you learned about in Iceland!
While the classes are team-taught, and most assignments are the same for everyone,
you will need to register for the class that you want to receive credit for or that
you want to have as your focus. The course is listed as follows:
ENV 396 - Special Topics in Environmental Science: Iceland
ENGL 266 - Studies in English Literature (humanities gen. ed. credit)
HIST 314 - Variable Topics (European History): Iceland
Faculty leaders:
Dr. Chad Gunnoe, History
Dr. Jim Rassmussen, Environmental Studies
Dr. Jennifer Dawson, English
This will be the 3rd time Dr. Gunnoe and Dr. Rassmussen have taken students to Iceland and will be Dr. Dawson’s 2nd time joining them. They love exposing students to the dynamic landscapes, unique history, and fascinating mythology of Iceland so hope you’ll join them!
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Past Programs
Education students and faculty had the unique opportunity to learn about the progressive educational practices Finnish and Swedish school systems have put in place while also maintaining excellent educational quality. This 10-day trip included visiting local schools and libraries, workshops to learn about educational practices, and some special cultural experiences.
After taking a Studio Art or German Art History course, students had the option of visiting Germany to encounter the various artworks and architecture in-person. Student Danielle Paganelli said, “Being able to see the art and architecture of Hamburg and Berlin was definitely a highlight. It’s an amazing experience to be able to leave your culture and travel to see and learn about another. There’s so much more than just my life, everyone is on their own timeline and doing their own thing.
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