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2008 summer study abroad

Ecuador
May 11–June 8, 2008
This engaging program will introduce students to a broad panorama of life in Ecuador through interdisciplinary study of Ecuadorian society and culture, Spanish language and a service-learning project. Course details

Germany
May 11–June 4, 2008
This program offers students a wide-ranging exploration of many facets of German culture. Through hands-on experience, group travel and personal interaction, students study German culture, language and history. Course details

Great Britain
May 21–June 12, 2008
In his speech to the players, Hamlet, the creation of the great Londoner William Shakespeare, reminds us of the capacity of art to “hold a mirror up to nature” and, in doing so, show us “the very age and body of the time, its form and pressure.” Taking Hamlet’s words seriously, this program will explore British culture, past and present, through immersion in the theatre and visual art of London. Course details

India
July 7–Aug. 1, 2008
This program will introduce students to Indian culture by focusing on social structures and religion in India. Students will learn about social structures surrounding marriage/family and socioeconomic status through reading and classroom discussion. Course details

Korea
June 13–July 7, 2008
Participants will experience Korean culture and history through personal relationships with Chong-Shin University (Seoul) students while involved in lectures, discussions and excursions together. Course details

Thailand
May 18–June 7, 2008
How does culture in Thailand differ from Western American culture? What is Thai Buddhism and how does it compare to American Christianity? This program will provide participants with the opportunity to explore both of these questions by immersing them in Thai culture—language, education, food, markets and artists. Course details


Contact
Carrie Krohn
Summer Study Abroad Coordinator
712-707-7223
ckrohn@nwciowa.edu

Contact
Dr. Doug Carlson
Associate Dean for Off-Campus Programs
Northwestern College
101 7th St. SW
Orange City, IA 51041
712-707-7055
carlson@nwciowa.edu

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