Study in Africa this summer!
by Michelle Saport |
The Office of Education Abroad invites you to attend a two-week course in the West
African nation of Senegal this May. Professor Dorn Van Dommelen from UAA's Department
of Geography and Environmental Studies will lead this short-term course from May 18
to May 31, 2019 exploring questions of international development in Senegal, with
examinations of the country's history, geography and development. It will explore
efforts to improve standards of living through a number of aid efforts while evaluating
the effectiveness of aid.
This three-credit program includes:
- Pre-departure online orientation
- On-site orientation
- Airport transfers at arrival and departure
- Homestay accommodations with breakfasts
- Travel insurance
- 24-hour emergency support seven days a week
Be sure to meet with your academic advisor to determine if you meet eligibility requirements for this course, and to confirm if credits can be applied to your degree. Basic requirements include a 2.5 grade point average, good standing with the university, approval from the faculty leader (Professor Van Dommelen) and attendance at all pre-departure orientations. To learn more details about deadlines, program costs, financial aid and travel logistics, please contact Patrick Moore in the Education Abroad office via email (uaa_oiia@alaska.edu) or phone (907-786-4348). Study abroad this summer!