Stan and Karen Johnson
OFFICE OF INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION
Welcome to the October edition of Going Global, the monthly newsletter that provides readers with information and reflections on the international experiences of GCC students. Presented by: The Stan and Karen Johnson Office of International Education Director: Dr. Lois Johnson Field Director: Dr. Mark Reuber Staff Assistant: Mrs. Jennifer Gilliland Student Assistants: Justine Simon, Erin Wheeler, Allison Hafner, Micayla Wright, Geoffrey Hall, Sara Smith, Marley Kropp, and Natalie Webb
We hope you enjoy our newsletter! Find us on Facebook (GCC Office of International Education). Visit us any time in HAL 319!
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SERV ING GOD Healthcare | Social Work | Media | Education | Dentistry | Sports | Physical Therapy | Special Education
www.stint.com Ministry/Internship in the Dominican Republic | May 28-June 4, 2017 Cost: Approx. $ 1400.00 | Contact jlgilliland@gcc.edu or the OIE, HAL 319 for more information Cost includes airfare, room and board, insurance, magnificent scenery, field experience of your choosing, and an awesome and unique way to serve God. Internship credit is also available.
Information Meeting | Wed | October 26 | HAL 312 | 5:00 PM
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Dubrovnik’s Old Town is absolutely stunning. It is composed of terra cotta buildings and old stone streets encircled by walls and fortresses that date back to the middle ages. Seeing the sunset over the sparkling waters of the Adriatic will take your breath away. During the summer months, the town becomes packed with tourists from cruise ships, but I was lucky enough to be there during the winter and spring months, when the people that were part of my group were virtually the only other Americans in the city.
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While I was there, I attended Dubrovnik International University, also known as DIU Libertas. The school was even smaller than Grove City, with just three classrooms and less than a hundred students. The professors were from all over the Balkans, and we even had an American professor who taught at Harvard. The students were also diverse; they were from Croatia, Bosnia, Germany, Israel, and the US. The diverse body of students and faculty led to some interesting discussions about government and diplomacy, and arguments over whose system of government was most democratic. Assignments ranged from assembling a model and presentation on how to combat terrorism, to going down into town to try and negotiate a free meal for our Negotiation and Conflict Resolution course. (And yes, we succeeded.) The approach to school was overall much more relaxed than it is here at Grove City. Students and professors alike would routinely show up to class ten minutes late, and there were plenty of breaks to run to the nearest bakery, or to go for a stroll in the cloister of the connecting monastery.
~By Sara Smith
When I wasn’t in class, I loved exploring Old Town and the surrounding area. Our student ID card allowed us to climb and walk on the city walls for free whenever we wanted, which made for some incredible views. There were also several beaches within walking distance, museums, and even a movie theatre in town. Croatians love their coffee, and I spent many hours in coffee shops with new Croatian friends. The cafe owners would even give us the “local discount” when we fumbled through our order in Croatian. One of the perks of living in a smaller town was being able to recognize and make friends with the Croatians around town. Though they often appeared cold at first, they were very welcoming after a few visits and pleasantries exchanged in Croatian. Some of them would even have us come and sample their new menu items before they opened, or give us free gelato. Two of my Croatian friends, Zrinka and Domagoj, invited my apartment mate Alice and I over for lunch. It was so much fun to enjoy a meal with them and meet the rest of their family, who made us feel very at home. While it is good to be back at Grove City, I definitely miss my Croatian home. The lessons I’ve learned, however, stick with me even as I now live an ocean away. Learning more about other people and their respective countries has opened my mind more to the world around me. I feel more confident, more cultured, and so incredibly grateful that I was able to see a sampling of some of the most incredible sights this world has to offer. I can say with confidence that studying abroad was one of the best decisions that I’ve ever made. 5
Calling all students who have studied abroad! Participate in our Date: November 16, 2016 Location: HAL Atrium Time: 9am-1pm
free coffee and churros
We will have in celebration of International Education Week in the HAL Atrium, and it is our wish to give students who have studied abroad the opportunity to share their experiences both visually and interactively during that time. The poster you create will remain in the atrium for the duration of the fair. We also request that during your free time from 9 am to 1 pm that day, you stand with your poster and share stories with other students one-on-one. All we ask you to do prior to the event is design a poster board (view example above) with pictures and brief descriptions or labels. You can also bring or use any mementos from your trip such as ticket stubs and souvenirs. The office has free 36”x48” tri-fold display boards for your use (these will be displayed on an easel, not a table). You’re free to design full sheets to attach to your board or arrange single photos. The OIE will gladly print anything you need in creating your poster. Your poster is to be returned to the office by November 15th, and it will be set up in the atrium for you on November 16th. Please stop by the OIE to pick up a board by November 1st, and we will give further instruction on making your poster and getting materials printed. 6
Featured Study Abroad Provider by Geoffrey Hall
Boasting a pedigree of more than fifty years, SIT (School for International Travel) is one of the world’s leading study abroad providers. The organization was founded in 1964 when a gentleman named Sargent Shriver decided that a new institution was needed to train Peace Corps volunteers. Today SIT provides more than 70 academic programs in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East. What Makes SIT Unique? SIT prides itself on providing a wholly immersive study abroad experience through the learning of local languages, staying with a host family, eating and preparing local food, and visiting cultural monuments. As an offshoot of the Peace Corps, it also has a strong commitment to giving back to the local community and on tackling global problems. The goal of the SIT program is to prepare students to be interculturally effective leaders, professionals, and citizens. SIT fosters a worldwide network of individuals and organizations committed to responsible global citizenship. Students are aided in this task by in-country experts including academics, activists, business people, artists, community leaders, and government officials.
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SIT Programs Around the World Where: Madagascar What: Environmental: conservation & development Open To: All majors, speaking French required Special Features: examine long-term conservation and development needs while working with Malagasy students and partners. Learn Malagasy, and improve your French. Stay in a local village and work with the community to learn rural appraisal techniques. Visit Fort Dauphin to see first hand their ecological issues such as deforestation and illicit trade in endangered species.
Where: Switzerland What: Banking, Finance, and Social Responsibility Open To: All majors Special Features: Examine macroeconomics and the global finance system through the lense of social responsibility. Choose between doing an internship with a financial institution or NGO and conducting independent research. Go on excursions to Zurich and other sites in Switzerland.
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Where: Chile What: Comparative Education and Social Change Open To: All majors Special Features: Study educational policies and pedagogies in Chile and Argentina. Learn about intercultural bilingual education in schools in Mapuche Territory. Spend time in a variety of schools, gaining insight into the workings of public, private, voucher, underprivileged, coed and single sex schools.
Where: China What: Health, Environment and Traditional Chinese Medicine Open To: All majors Special Features: Discover China’s rich multicultural history and major health and environmental challenges. Conduct a self-designed field study exercise in Yunnan or adjacent provinces. See the Great Wall, the Summer Palace, and the Temple of Heaven on an excursion to Beijing. Where: India What: National Identity and the Arts Open To: All Majors Special Features: Experience architecture, painting, sculpture, film, dance, music and theater on extensive travel in India and Myanmar. Visit the Taj Mahal and the Bodhgaya where the Buddha reached Enlightenment Experience Varanasi, one of the world’s oldest cities. Where: Morocco What: Field Studies in Journalism and New Media Open To: All majors Special Features: Learn how to gather news in another culture, find sources and conduct interviews, and execute an original feature of interest to a global audience. Help produce the online magazine Reporting Morocco. Go on a six day excursion to the 14th century imperial cities Meknes and Fes.
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**Dr. Markley and Dr. Quintero are in the planning phase of putting together an intersession class trip to Cuba.
Why did you go to Cuba? It was a visit sponsored by Academic Programs International (API) to highlight their study abroad options in Havana. There were about 12 faculty members from the United States on the visit, most from large universities, but a few from smaller schools. We had the chance to visit the university, which is very prestigious, as well as meet faculty. We visited other institutes in Havana possessing specialties in a variety of disciplines.
Can you share a little bit about the program (academics, housing, etc.)? API offers a variety of disciplines in the spring, fall, and summer semesters. Their emphasized programs include history, communications, language, literature, and cultural and regional studies. They also sponsor trips around the island so students can see a majority of the country.
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API has its own villa in the city; it’s a very large home. It’s owned by a family, and the matriarch of that family is in her 60’s. She had an idea to combine her love for kids and students with her desire to rehabilitate her house which was getting run down after many years of Communist rule. She was able to link with API and turn her house into a residence for students studying abroad. She has been able to use some of the proceeds to rehabilitate her house. She is very personable and compassionate, and seems to adopt every student into her family. They have very nice facilities including a large dining area and a nice garden patio area in the front.
What seemed to be the general attitude towards Americans? Very friendly! The common people we interacted with on the street were very friendly towards Americans. Not to say that there wasn’t discussion about the Embargo and Guantanamo. There are some issues surrounding the Cubans’ desire for the end of the embargo and Guantanamo’s return. However, those issues were not the starting point for relations.
What safety measures are put in place for students? The living area where the villa is located is entirely fenced in and guarded around the clock. Violent incidents are low in Havana, but as in any country with significant poverty, pickpocketing can be an issue. API holds orientation sessions to educate students about this petty crime and how to take safety measures in town.
What is the current political climate in Cuba? One of the most interesting things about going to Cuba now is that it’s in a period of transition. The Communist regime seems to be moving away from the rule of the Castros. This is changing local business and allowing foreign business to grow. You can certainly see reforms going on. As an example from my experience, one of the University of Havana professors did a presentation on Cuba past and present. She came right out and said that she believes the Cuban people are expecting change and that they will demand this change from the current one party rule. It was such an explicit statement in regards to the people having a chance to shape the government and the government no longer dictating the will to the people. That she could make such a statement without fear of retaliation… The Soviets were supporters of Cuba for many years, but with their collapse, that support has diminished. It will be very interesting to see where this leads the country. 11
What did you notice about the culture there (customs, food, etc.)? There are opportunities to go out to eat and a wide variety of food. The economic reform has allowed private restaurants to open, ranging from basic pizza shops to fancier restaurants. The cost of food can be very low as well. The food is very tasty, especially the indigenous food available to try. One of the traditional dishes is “Ropa Vieja” (translating to old clothes), which is a meat stew. Also, being on a Caribbean island, you’ll be in heaven if you love seafood. The Cuban people are well known for being resourceful. Mainly due to the poverty of the country and partially due to the embargo, the people have needed to learn to be creative. Even today the majority of cars on the road were built before 1960, Chevys, Fords, Chryslers, because they haven’t been able to buy newer cars. They’ve been forced to be resourceful in using and fixing cars. It can also be seen in homes. For Cubans who have no relatives outside of the country and must rely on their own resources, life is very hard. No matter your career – truck driver, doctor, or professor – you’re still employed by the government and your salary is really low.
Who should study in this location and why?
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Cuba is a very interesting destination. It’s less than 100 miles from US coast, but it’s a world away in terms of economic development, culture… Very different from the US. If you go to a country like Cuba, you have the chance to live with and learn about the struggles that people face in developing countries. You also learn about the struggles and differences of people who have been ruled by communism for over 50 years, but also have the opportunity to build bridges with this community. A student that studies here may get to see a very unique transitional time as Cuba moves out of a one party dictatorship (hopefully soon). The country will be undergoing enormous change politically, culturally, and economically. Anyone who would like a challenge of understanding where a society has come from and where it’s going should be in Cuba.
Calling all Education related majors! Welcome to
EDUC 488 or SEDU 101 May 21st -28th students will be taught on campus. May 28th-June 1th students will enjoy a 5 day learning excursion into New York City. Enjoy hands-on school experience, a boat ride in NY Harbor, a Central Park Biking tour, a Broadway Play, and several other activities. Schools that we plan to visit include Morris Park High School (Bronx, award-winning principal who has a working relationship with the Bill Gates Foundation), and Evangel Christian School (Brooklyn, a very unique PK-9 Christian school with over 25 languages represented in home). Led by Dr. Culbertson and Dr. Genareo May 21- June 1, 2017 Contact the professors for more info!
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Grove City College has a special partnership with Seoul Women’s University all the way across in the world in South Korea. Dozens of students have had the great opportunity to go visit an unusual country for a month, all for the unbelievable price of $300 and a plane ticket. Here are a few testimonies from the students who have gone themselves!
What was the strangest thing you ate while in Korea? Did one of these dishes turn out to be your favorite? What was your favorite food? Did you have any experience with Korean food before going on the trip?
I had Raw beef, that was pretty weird. I also had Jokbal, which is made from pig's feet. I liked pretty much everything that I ate, but the Bingsu (similar to shaved ice) was by far my favorite. Samuel Archibald 14
What was your impression of South Korea before the trip? How did that change for better or worse? What was the favorite thing that you learned about the culture while you were there?
I had done a little research on the area and tried to contact some people who I knew had been there before or had taught there. But, a lot of the answers I was hearing were all different. One key fact that I recalled hearing was the Koreans were a very friendly group of people who would literally give up the shirt on their back for you. I learned very quickly from my suitemates that this is 100% true. They were all so welcoming and hospitable! What I enjoyed learning about the culture is how collectivist they are. The Koreans care more about interacting together, dressing similar, sharing together, than they do standing out. I noticed this difference instantly because our American culture is extremely individualistic. Krista
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Korean Language! How much were you able to learn? Were you any good at the pronunciation? Did you make any funny mistakes?
What was your favorite lecture while studying at the University there? I know the program introduces students to different topics such as food, dance, music, and dress, so which was your favorite and why? My favorite lecture was a tie. It was between the Korean culture and food! I loved listening to the lecturer on Korean culture because he was an American, but had lived in Korea for quite some time so he was able to compare and contrast between our cultures. I am also highly interested in learning about food and the connection it has with people so listening to the Koreans’ costumes and traditional dishes was very engaging! Krista 16
Tell me about your weekend homestay with a Korean Family. What was different about how they lived and where they lived? What surprised you, or what was the same? Did your host family speak English?
There are so many opportunities to study abroad here at Grove City College, but few are quite like this one. Students gain a completely unique experience for a great price. Explore a culture you never thought of, and see what you think of Seoul, South Korea. 17
Intern in Spain! Interning abroad is an awesome yet overlooked opportunity for many students. There are a variety of different program providers that offer various internships in a number of different countries. Internships provide students with hands on experience that can directly apply to their field of study and future employment plans. To give you just a taste of what interning abroad could look like, here is a breakdown of a few different opportunities in Spain:
IES: Barcelona! IES seeks to provide their participants with full-time work experience through guaranteed internship placement. Students seeking to intern in Barcelona can do so in a variety of different subject fields such as architecture, business, journalism, and law. Because it is a full-time internship, students spend twelve weeks immersing themselves in the life of Barcelona. Program Overview: • 3 credits • 12 weeks (fall or spring) • $8,990 • city and internship orientation • many possible field trips For more information, check out their website: www.IESabroad.org/internships
Athena: Salamanca! Is it possible to study abroad and complete an internship during the same semester? The answer is yes! Athena helps students to enrich their study abroad experience by interning alongside a regular course study. They offer a wide variety of internships in several of their program locations, one being Salamanca. When studying in Salamanca, students can intern in the area of health science for optional course credit. Program Overview: • credits available • partnered with the study abroad semester • $9,500-$11,200 • intern at a hospital/clinic For more information, check out their website: www.athenaabroad.com/what-to-study/internships 18
ISA: Madrid! With a specialized internship match program, ISA assists prospective students in selecting the perfect internship for them. Their goal is to find the right internship for each participant based on their major, skills, and future career goals. There are a variety of academic fields available for internships in Madrid such as arts, humanities, environmental studies, and computer science. Program Overview: • 6 credits • 8 weeks (four different date options) • $6,400 • personal advisor to help in the process For more information, check out their website: www.studiesabroad.com/internships
API: Seville! API international internships provide unique opportunities for participants to explore and cultivate their future career path through career cultivation, career exploration, and selfdiscovery. Seville is overflowing with Spanish culture, rich in history, and only one hour’s drive from the beach! Program Overview: • 6 credits (additional cost) • $5,115 for six weeks • flexible ending date for extended travel • multi-day workplace and culture orientation For more information, check out their website: www.apistudyabroad.com/intern
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INTERESTED?
2017 May Intersession
Email pckemeny @gcc.edu
Huma 200: Western Civilization Huma 303: Civilization and the Speculative Mind Phil 290/RELI 290: Classical Thought & Christian Intellectual Tradition With Dr. Kemeny and Dr. Coulter
Paul’s Workshop in Corinth (Acts 18:3)
•14 days spent exploring the biblical and classical worlds
of Greece & Rome •Estimated cost? approx. $5575 including round trip from Pittsburgh, tuition, air, lodging, & most meals For more information contact Dr. P.C. Kemeny pckemeny@gcc.edu or Dr. Michael Coulter mlcoulter@gcc.edu
Explore Athens, Corinth, Rome, and Florence
More info? gccgreeceanditaly2017
St. Peter’s Basilica
Itinerary Day 1: Depart Pittsburgh Day 2: Athens Arrive and continue to seaside town of Nafplio Day 3: Epidauvros Ancient theater, Sacred Road, Tours of Temples Day 4: Corinth Tour of Palamidi Fortress, Corinth, and Acrocorninth Day 5: Athens New Acropolis Museum, Acropolis, Parthenon, Areopagus
Day 8: Athens Temple of Zeus, Panathenic Stadium, Tomb of the Unknown, National Archeological Museum Day 9: Rome Piazza del Popolo, Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps Day 10: Classical Rome St. John, Colosseum, Roman Forum, Piazza Navona Day 11: Christian Rome Vatican City – Bridge of Angels, St. Peter’s Square, Vatican Museum, St. Peter’s Basilica
Day 6: Free Day Optional Three Island Cruise
Day 12: Florence Tuscany and Renaissance city of Florence – explore the Academy
Day 7: Delphi and Osios Lukas Oracle, Museum, Temple, Theater, Monestary
Day 13: Christian Rome Catacombs, St. Paul’s Outside the Walls
INTERNATIONAL TEACHING OPPORTUNITY
LONDON, ENGLAND
Travel Dates: June 3-11, 2017 Led by Prof. Sue Dreves and Prof. Pat Scheffler
This is an once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to complete field experiences during a one week placement in one of the top three inner city schools in London. At Risley Avenue Primary School, the students come from 75 different countries speaking 47 different languages and all learning English! Many school districts ask the question of new hires, “Has the employee worked with diverse populations?” This experience will provide you with a resounding, “Yes!” Through this trip, you will have the opportunity to work with children ages 3 to 12 while initiating the required action plan research for EDUC 343 or the field experience for EDUC 324. In the evenings and weekends we explore downtown London with shopping, dinners, evensong, and a show!
EDUC 324 or 343 Total Cost of the Trip: $4,899.00
Includes tuition, airfare, room, travel while abroad, and most meals. Dates money is to be collected:
$500.00 deposit due when student enrolls First payment: October 30, for ½ of remaining amount due ($2,199.50) Second payment: February 28, other ½ remaining amount due ($2,199.50)
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MAY 2017 INTERSESSION IN CHINA CITIES VISITED: • • • • •
Shanghai Suzhou Nanjing Xi’an Beijing
COURSE OPTIONS: • • • • •
HUMA 202: Civilization and Literature CHIN 320: Intro to Chinese Civilization ENGL 290: Studies in Literature SOCI 241: Medical Anthropology SOCI 290: Advanced Studies in Medical Anthropology
Visit and experience one of the most ancient and diverse cultures on the planet. A cultural and educational experience of a lifetime! FOR MORE INFORMATION: Office of International Education, HAL 319 Dr. David S. Hogsette, dshogsette@gcc.edu Dr. David Ayers, djayers@gcc.edu
Travel Dates: May 21 – June 1, 2017
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HISTORY OF TRANSPORTATION TECHNOLOGY IN ENGLAND AND WALES – 1750 TO 1900
May Intersession 2017 May 22-June 4, 2017 3 Credits in ENGR 390 OR HIST 390 Led by Dr. Archibald and Dr. Mitchell
Explore
England and Wales by rail, canal, and ferry! Encounter castles, historic bridges, museums, and much more!
OPPORTUNITY TO TRAVEL AND LIVE IN A CANAL BOAT For more information, please contact Dr. Archibald or Dr. Mitchell 23
by Marley Kropp When a Welsh person pronounces this dish’s name, it sounds like “rabbit.” But Welsh rarebit is meatfree! It may have received its title in the Middle Ages when a Welshman couldn't even afford rabbit, the cheapest meat. Names aside, Welsh rarebit is a delicious combination of cheese and toast. • • • • • • • • • •
1 tablespoon butter 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour 1½ cups (6 oz.) grated sharp Cheddar cheese ½ cup porter beer, such as Guinness (use milk instead if you don’t want to use beer) ½ cup whole milk 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce 1 level teaspoon dry mustard or Dijon mustard ¼ teaspoon black pepper 2 drops hot sauce (optional) 4 slices toasted bread (rye, pumpernickel, and sourdough work well)
1. In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter.
2. Whisk in the flour. Cook and whisk the mixture carefully for a few minutes until it is smooth and bubbly.
3. Add the beer and milk (use 1 cup whole milk if you don’t want to use beer). Cook the mixture for a minute. 4. Whisk in the Worcestershire sauce, mustard, pepper, and hot sauce.
5. Gradually add the cheese, stirring constantly, until the cheese melts and the sauce is smooth. This may take a few minutes. 6. When everything is melted, stop stirring, and swirl it around the saucepan, which it will do quite easily. 7. Leave the sauce to cool a little. Toast the bread if you haven’t yet done so. 8. Spread the cheese sauce over toast. 9. Enjoy!