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STUDY ABROAD Saginaw Valley State University • svsu.edu/studyabroad
Office of Global Engagement
svsu.edu/studyabroad
CONTENTS OFFICE OF GLOBAL ENGAGEMENT About this Catalog
Next Steps
This catalog is designed to provide a brief overview of SVSU study abroad program options. Certain details such as costs, dates, and other non-SVSU program options are not included. Please refer to the study abroad website for specific program details and additional opportunities.
OGE offers Study Abroad “Getting Started” and advising meetings every week. Study Abroad Fairs are offered during the fall and winter semester and various providers visit the campus throughout the year. Visit our website for current event information.
Inclusion and Study Abroad
Apply Online
The Office of Global Engagement (OGE) strongly believes that studying abroad is a profound educational experience that should be accessible to all. OGE works to support and encourage all students to study abroad.
Safety Abroad Student health, safety, and security are OGE’s highest priority. OGE staff regularly monitors the latest travel warning information from the U.S. Department of State and has strict protocols in place should a crisis occur.
Application Deadlines Affiliates/Partnerships Winter 2019 Spring/Summer 2019 Fall 2019 Academic Year 2019/20
Deadline October 15 February 15 April 1 April 1
Visit svsu.edu/studyabroad and select the “Programs” button in the right hand corner to begin your study abroad search.
Contact Us Office of Global Engagement Wickes 230 E-mail: studyabroad@svsu.edu Phone: 989.964.7337 Fax: 989.964.6066 Web: svsu.edu/studyabroad
Study Abroad Hours Monday-Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Appointments recommended
Faculty-Led Deadline Winter 2019 October 15 Spring/Summer 2019 December 15
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CONTENTS CONTENTS
Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Words of Wisdom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8 Academics Abroad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Funding Study Abroad . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Program Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Application Deadlines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 SVSU Study Abroad Programs: • Africa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 • Asia & the Pacific . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 • Europe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 • Latin America & the Caribbean . . . . . 32 Internships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Student Teaching Abroad . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 SVSU Programs by Subject . . . . . . . . . . 39 Can’t find an SVSU program that fits your needs? Non-SVSU Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 SVSU students may choose to participate in a nonSVSU program sponsored by another institution or study abroad organization.
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GETTING STARTED Getting Started Info Sessions Every week (dates, times, and locations vary) See website for schedule: svsu.edu/studyabroad Getting Started informational sessions go over all the basics of study abroad, including how to pick a program, find funding, academic information, and much more.
Next Steps Advising Meeting Every week (dates and times vary) in Wickes 230 Next Steps: Advising meetings are designed to help students understand the application process more. There will be discussion about the application questionnaires, passport/visa information, scholarship process, and much more.
Study Abroad Walk-In Advising Hours Monday-Friday: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Office of Global Engagement Wickes 230
Fall Study Abroad Fair September 13, 2018 • 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Groening Commons This annual event gives students the chance to meet program directors and study abroad alumni, browse international opportunities, and begin their own study abroad adventure.
Can’t come to a weekly meeting? We would love to have a one-on-one meeting with you. Stop by Wickes 230 to set up an appointment.
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CZECH REPUBLIC
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NEPAL
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STEPS TO STARTING YOUR JOURNEY
1 LEARN THE BASICS by attending a Getting Started meeting,
browsing the website, or meeting with a study abroad advisor.
2 BROWSE THE PROGRAMS using this catalog or the online study abroad program search at svsu.edu/studyabroad.
3 MEET WITH A STUDY ABROAD ADVISOR to discuss academics, funding, and program fit.
4 APPLY online after choosing your program at svsu.edu/studyabroad.
SEARCH BY LOCATION, SUBJECT, PROGRAM, TYPE, AND MORE: svsu.edu/studyabroad
TIPS
• PRINT OUT YOUR DEGREE AUDIT AND DETERMINE WHICH COURSES YOU STILL NEED TO TAKE. BRING THIS TO YOUR STUDY ABROAD ADVISING SESSIONS.
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• BROWSE NON-SVSU PROGRAMS USING GOABROAD.COM, STUDYABROAD101.COM, OR GOOVERSEAS.COM.
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STUDY ABROAD MYTHS
Study abroad participants must speak another language.
Studying abroad is not relevant to my future career.
Students are NOT required to speak a second language to study abroad. Most programs offer English-taught courses even in non-English speaking countries.
Employers are increasingly realizing the value of candidates with the maturity, flexibility, and inter-cultural competence developed during studying abroad. In our global economy, international experience will help students be competitive in the job market.
Study abroad is not affordable. Many programs are similar in cost to a semester at SVSU. Some programs are more affordable while others are considerably more expensive. Financial aid, scholarships, loans, and grants can help cover the cost of study abroad programs.
Studying abroad will delay my graduation.
Study abroad is not for non-traditional students. OGE is committed to helping students find a program that accommodates time constraints and family/professional obligations. Many non-traditional students choose to participate in faculty-led programs, which range from two to three weeks in duration.
Careful program and course selection allow a student to stay on track with degree progress. Students should talk to their study abroad advisor and an academic advisor about making an academic plan.
WORDS OF WISDOM Nathan Hankerson
Sophomore, BS – Biology Mexico, Winter Break 2018: Study Abroad 101 “From the beautiful scenery to the vibrant essence the people of Mexico naturally have, it was an incredible trip. Being thrown into a completely new country really allows you to analyze how one’s culture is in their own country. I can honestly say that getting to know all the people on the trip was probably the most rewarding aspect. I was able to leave with long-lasting friendships and a new appreciation for the place we all call home. I fully recommend studying abroad. Not only will you have the best time of your life, but you will leave with much more than what you came with.” 5
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Natasha Riegle
Junior, BA – Criminal Justice Japan, Academic Year 2017 Kansai Gaidai University “I learned a lot more than I expected. Besides the language improvement, I found out more about the culture and local people. I became familiarized with student life here and became a part of it. I made friends from all over the world and traveled to many beautiful places. I think people should study abroad to gain a wider view of the world, to challenge themselves, and to experience something new.”
CHOOSING A PROGRAM There are a number of program features to consider when browsing through program options. Although students are responsible for choosing their study abroad program, staff and peer advisors are available to offer guidance. Visit SVSU Study Abroad for an advising session. Appointments recommended.
To help narrow things down, consider what the program package offers, based on: • Program Type • Destination • Language of Instruction • Housing Options • Excursions • Academic Fit • Service-Learning Opportunities • Internship Opportunities
Alexis Chavarria
Junior, BA – Spanish Spain, Fall 2017: University of Salamanca “Somehow studying abroad was nothing AND everything I expected it to be. All of my expectations were blown out of the water by the most amazing experience. In just 3 months, I’ve gained more self-confidence and sense of responsibility than I have in the last few years of my life. There’s just something so empowering about traveling that is completely unexplainable. This experience has affected Saginaw Valley State University • svsu.edu/studyabroad me in ways I didn’t think it would!”
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Dana Robishaw
Senior, BBA – Business South Korea, Winter 2017: Daegu University “Studying abroad was by far the best decision I have ever made during my time at SVSU. Trust me, I have done three different programs! It’s truly amazing how much you learn from the classes you take and about yourself. Before studying abroad, I would never have dreamed that I would have tons of friends all around the globe or that I would become brave enough to travel solo in a foreign country! The benefits of studying abroad even continue after your program has ended. It helps your resume stand out from the crowd, can give you valuable language skills, and open new doors to your future career that you might not have considered before.”
WORDS OF Mario Cornejo
Senior, BS – Chemistry Spain, Spring/Summer 2017: USAC “You can’t really understand what you’ll learn or how you’ll grow until you do it. The longer the better. You will get so much from it as long as you have an open heart and mind. Don’t find excuses why you can’t go, find ways how you can. This is where it all begins, by making the effort to rearrange your life for a bit to do something amazing. You will be surprised by the things you learn, the people you meet and how long this experience will stay with you and shape your world.” 7
Kara Hoch
Junior, BBA – Management India, Winter Break 2018: Faculty-Led “Studying abroad is hands down the best thing I have done at SVSU and one of the best experiences I’ve had in my life. It’s the best thing to step out of your comfort zone and experience something completely new. Life in other countries is so different than life in the U.S. and that can only be truly understood if you go there yourself! My study abroad experience changed who I am as a person and gave me a whole new outlook on life. It has inspired me and given me a new goal in life, and that is to travel the world.”
WISDOM Macy Zwerk
Sophomore, BSN – Nursing Switzerland, Spring Break 2018: Faculty-Led “My study abroad experience was so much more than just visiting healthcare organizations. It was stepping out of my comfort zone, learning about and embracing a new culture, and meeting new lifelong friends. I grew both personally and professionally by gaining independence and opening my mind to the world. Studying abroad is like living in a new world, it changes your perspective entirely.“
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ACADEMICS ABROAD OGE encourages and recommends that students talk to their academic advisor and study abroad advisor about how study abroad fits into their academic plan. Students should not limit themselves to English-speaking destinations! Most programs offer courses taught in English even in countries where English is not the primary language.
SVSU Faculty-Led Programs
What requirements can I fulfill abroad?
SVSU Partnerships/ Non-SVSU Programs
Students participating in a faculty-led program will register for SVSU courses. Students will earn a grade and courses will appear on their SVSU transcript immediately upon completion of the program.
While abroad, students are able to take courses that will fulfill: • Major requirements • Minor requirements • General Education requirements • University requirements • Electives
Students participating in a partnership or non-SVSU program will either register for courses that have been approved or will go through a course approval process. This process involves having courses evaluated and approved by the appropriate departments.
PRE-PROGRAM COURSE SELECTION *MFL 396 for Partnership & Non-SVSU Programs *Exact SVSU catalog course for Faculty-Led Programs
POST-PROGRAM MFL 396 CREDIT ALLOCATION DISCLAIMER Not all programs require a course petition. Consult with the study abroad coordinator to determine if a petition is necessary.
3. SVSU Study Abroad
registers students for related program credit
2. Get accepted into the
study abroad program of your choice
1. Meet with Study
Abroad to discuss potential programs and courses based on your needs
4. Retain all syllabi
5. Meet with Study Abroad
6. Complete a course
and assignments from courses taken abroad
to review credit requirements related to your major or minor
petition to transfer the study abroad course onto your SVSU transcript
9. SVSU Study Abroad 7. Get signed approval from the OIAS for General
Education courses, or the academic department and respective dean on program specific courses
works with the Registrar to get appropriate credits onto your SVSU transcript
8. Ensure official
transcripts and signed course petitions are on file with SVSU Study Abroad
TIPS
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• PRINT YOUR DEGREE AUDIT TO DETERMINE WHICH COURSES YOU STILL NEED TO TAKE. BRING THIS TO YOUR ADVISING SESSIONS.
• REFERENCE THE
“PROGRAMS BY SUBJECT” CHART ON PAGES 39-40.
• REVIEW ACADEMIC ADVICE AND INFORMATION RELEVANT TO YOUR MAJOR OR MINOR.
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FUNDING STUDY ABROAD
How do I fund my program? Students typically fund study abroad through a combination of financial aid, scholarships, grants, loans, and personal funds. Study abroad costs vary depending on the program a student selects. While some programs are more expensive, the majority of programs are similar to what you would spend at SVSU and some may even be less. With research and early planning, study abroad can be affordable. For detailed information about program costs, visit svsu.edu/studyabroad. Students can use their SVSU financial aid award toward the cost of a study abroad program. Please contact your study abroad advisor or financial aid for more information.
Office of Global Engagement Scholarships Applications and additional information on these and other scholarships can be found at:
svsu.edu/studyabroad
SCHOLARSHIPS SCHOLARSHIP
ESTIMATED AMOUNT
SEMESTER ELIGIBILITY
MINIMUM GPA /OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Student Association Study Abroad Scholarship
Up to $600 per person
All semesters.
Study Abroad Experience Award
Up to $1,500 (50 awards)
All semesters.
2.5 GPA Must have financial need. Preference given to those without previous study abroad experience.
International Study Abroad Endowed Scholarship
$675 (4 awards)
Fall and Winter semester-long participants.
3.0 GPA Must have financial need, Demonstrated interest in languages & different cultures Preference for language or international studies majors / minors & those studying in a non-English speaking country
Puia International Studies Endowment
$500 (4 awards)
Fall and Winter semester-long participants.
3.0 GPA U.S. citizen or permanent resident, Minimum sophomore standing, No previous participation in a study abroad program
Gilberston Award for Study Abroad
$1,000 (5 awards)
Fall and Winter semester-long participants.
3.0 GPA Minimum 24 SVSU credits , Displayed character & leadership (state examples in essay)
Ramet Endowed Scholarship for Study of Foreign Languages
$600 (4 awards)
Fall and Winter semester-long participants.
3.0 GPA Demonstrated study of / fluency in a foreign language, Preference for language majors / minors
* You must have a FAFSA form on file in order to be considered for many of the above scholarships. * Additional SVSU scholarships may be available and applicable for study abroad. Any award you receive for the semester abroad may be applied to your study abroad fees. See the SVSU scholarship database (svsu.edu/scholarships) to apply. * Non-SVSU-Sponsored study abroad programs have additional scholarships.
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PROGRAM CONTENTS TYPES
SVSU Faculty-Led Programs SVSU faculty-led programs range from ten days to three weeks and usually take place during the spring/summer semester or during semester breaks. Students will travel and take courses with a SVSU faculty member and a group of SVSU students. Students will register for SVSU courses.
SVSU Partnership Programs Saginaw Valley has partnerships with universities all around the world. Students have the opportunity to take courses at these universities during a semester, summer, or year abroad.
SVSU Professional Programs SVSU offers professional programs, i.e., internships, student teaching and research, year round to help students gain professional experience while abroad. Destinations include, but are not limited to, London, Madrid, Dublin, Iceland, and many more.
Non-SVSU Programs Can’t find a SVSU program that fits your needs? Students have the opportunity to choose to participate in a nonSVSU program sponsored by another institution or study abroad organization while still maintaining their SVSU student status.
APPLICATION DEADLINES
Affiliates/Partnerships Winter 2019 Spring/Summer 2019 Fall 2019 Academic Year 2019/20
Deadline October 15 February 15 April 1 April 1
Faculty-Led Deadline Winter 2019 October 15 Spring/Summer 2019 December 15
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AFRICA
SENEGAL
SVSU Programs • SENEGAL • SOUTH AFRICA
SOUTH AFRICA
Can’t find an SVSU program that fits your needs? SVSU students who would like to study abroad in Africa may choose to participate in a non-SVSU program sponsored by another institution or study abroad organization. See page 41 for details. Saginaw Valley State University • svsu.edu/studyabroad
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SENEGAL
Sociology DAKAR
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Program Type
When can I go?
Housing
Language of Instruction
SVSU Faculty-Led
Spring
Hotel
English
Courses Offered
SOC 390: Modern Senegal (3 credits) GEOG 390: Modern Senegal (3 credits)
Program Highlights
• Spend three weeks exploring Senegal through an interdisciplinary approach involvoing anthropology, geography, history and art • Led by SVSU faculty members with a combined 4 decades of research experience in the region • Lectures and guided tours led by Senegalese professors and community activists, which provide a more authentic view of Senegal
CAPE TOWN & JOHANNESBURG Program Type
When can I go?
Housing
Language of Instruction
SVSU Faculty-Led
Spring Break
Hotel
English
Courses Offered
HS 490/690: International Healthcare (3 credits) SW 490/690: International Healthcare (3 credits)
Program Highlights
• Learn about medical innovations in international healthcare that promote positive and healthy outcomes • Visit public and private healthcare organizations and hospitals to learn about emerging trends in South Africa’s medical industry and mental health systems • Excursions include a safari in Pilanesberg National Park, sunset catamaran cruise to Clifton Beach, Victoria and Albert Waterfront, Jordan Wine Estate, Stellenbosch University, tour of Cape Town
SOUTH AFRICA
Health Science & Social Work
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CONTENTS
WAIT! DON’T SEE IT? Can’t find an SVSU program that fits your needs? SVSU students who would like to study abroad in Africa may choose to participate in a non-SVSU program sponsored by another institution or study abroad organization. See page 41 for details.
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ASIA & THE PACIFIC JAPAN CHINA SOUTH KOREA INDIA
TAIWAN
SVSU Programs • AUSTRALIA • CHINA • INDIA • JAPAN • SOUTH KOREA • TAIWAN
AUSTRALIA
Can’t find an SVSU program that fits your needs? SVSU students who would like to study abroad in Asia & the Pacific may choose to participate in a non-SVSU program sponsored by another institution or study abroad organization. See page 41 for details. Saginaw Valley State University • svsu.edu/studyabroad
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AUSTRALIA
CONTENTS
University of the Sunshine Coast QUEENSLAND
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Program Type
When can I go?
Housing
Language of Instruction
SVSU Affiliate
Winter, Fall, Academic Year
Off-campus housing
English
Courses Offered
Courses offered in many subjects including the Arts and Humanities, Business, Education, Environmental Studies, Health, Kinesiology, Social and Physical science, and more. Visit the website for a full list of available classes
Program Highlights
• Attend the University of the Sunshine Coast (USC) as an international student • USC is a small university with a large international student population • USC is located near the Pacific Coast, a short distance from some of the world’s most beautiful beaches and national parks
CHINA
CONTENTS
Nursing GUANGZHOU Program Type
When can I go?
Housing
Language of Instruction
SVSU Faculty-Led
Spring
Hotel
English
Courses Offered
NURS 470/680: Nursing and Healthcare in China (2 credits)
Program Highlights
• Co-sponsored by SVSU & Jinan University • Learn about traditional Chinese medicine, nursing practices and nursing education • Explore healthcare from a cross-cultural perpective through shadowing doctors and nurses in a Chinese hospital setting • Cultural experiences will include visits in Guangzhou and a four day stop in Beijing China with visits to the Great Wall of China, Tiananmen Square, and the Forbidden City
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INDIA
CONTENTS
Sociology DELHI, AGRA, JAIPUR, BUNDI, & SHIMLA
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Program Type
When can I go?
Housing
Language of Instruction
SVSU Faculty-Led
Summer
Hotel
English
Courses Offered
SOC 390: South Asia and Modernity (3 credits)
Program Highlights
• Classic India: visit the must-see sites in India, such as the Taj Mahal, the River Ganges and the Seven Cities of Dehli • Geographic and Cultural Diversity: visit both large metropoles and small villages, the fertile Gangetic Plains, the desolate Thar Desert and the foothills of the Himalayas • Explore multiple aspects of cilture and society in communities with different religious majorities: Hindus, Muslims, Sikhs, and Buddhists • NGOs and Indian Activism: visit the Barefoot College outside Ajmer, learn about conservation efforts in Jaisalmer, tour the Navdanya Experimental Farm, and visit the Tibetan community-in-exile
JAPAN
CONTENTS
Kansai Gaidai University HIRAKATA
Program Type
When can I go?
Housing
Language of Instruction
SVSU Partnership
Winter, Fall, Academic Year
On-campus dormitory or homestay
English & Japanese
Courses Offered
Japanese Language, Asian Studies, International Studies, International Business, Marketing, Criminal Justice, History, Art, Sociology, Gender Studies, Literature, English, Communication, Religious Studies, Philosophy, Psychology
Program Highlights
• Attend Kansai Gaidai University (KGU) as an exchange student • All courses, except for Japanese language courses, are taught in English • KGU is located in the city of Hirakata, midway between the cities of Osaka, Japan’s second largest metropolis, and Kyoto, the ancient capital of Japan (both within one hour by train) • Optional cultural excursions to major cities and sites around Japan for field trips, independent research, and case studies • Ideal for students interested in improving their Japanese speaking and writing skills, and their cultural understanding
Shikoku University TOKUSHIMA
Program Type
When can I go?
Housing
Language of Instruction
SVSU Partnership
Spring/Summer
Off-campus apartments
English & Japanese
Courses Offered
Japanese Language, Asian Studies, International Studies
Program Highlights
• Attend Shikoku University as an exchange student • Three month program for 10-14 credits in Japanese Language and culture • All courses, except for Japanese language courses, are taught in English • Optional cultural excursions to major cities and sites around Japan for field trips, independent research, and case studies • Ideal for students interested in improving their Japanese speaking and writing skills, and their cultural understanding • Scholarship program available to Writing Center Mentors with the chance to work as a mentor at Shikoku
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TAIWAN
CONTENTS
Shih Hsin University TAIPEI Program Type
When can I go?
Housing
Language of Instruction
SVSU Partnership
Winter, Fall, Academic Year
On-campus housing
English & Mandarin
Courses Offered
Asian Studies, Business, Communications, English, International Business, International Studies, Literature, Management, and Marketing
Program Highlights
• Attend Shih Hsin University (SHU) as an exchange student • Tuition and fees for up to 18 credits per semester are free • Housing in SHU dormitory is free for exchange students from SVSU • Students of North American citizenship are guaranteed a student employee position on campus at SHU • Take courses with local and international students, and engage in many opportunities to explore the country and the Asia Pacific region • SHU is located just outside of the city center of Taipei, and is surrounded by many restaurants, shops, and riverfront recreation activities
Ming Chuan University TAIPEI Program Type
When can I go?
Housing
Language of Instruction
SVSU Partnership
Winter, Fall, Academic Year
On-campus housing
English & Mandarin
Courses Offered Program Highlights
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Computer Science, Mandarin Studies, International Studies, Management, Finance, International Business, and Communications • Attend Ming Chuan University (MCU), Taiwan’s top university, as an exchange student • Take courses with local and international students and engage in the many opportunities to explore the country and Asia Pacific region • MCU is located outside the city center of Taipei, with a night market of shops & food stands across the street, and public transportation available throughout the region • Pre-departure culture and language activities with MCU Michigan campus
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Kyung Hee University SEOUL Housing
Program Type
When can I go?
SVSU Partnership
Spring/Summer
Courses Offered
Classes offered in Humanity and Civilization, Peace and Global Governance, and Global Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainable Development
Program Highlights
On-campus apartments
Language of Instruction English & Korean
SOUTH KOREA
CONTENTS
• Attend Kyung Hee University (KHU) as an exchange student • KHU’s Global Collaborative Summer Program seeks to promote a better understanding of the world, in tandem with the current quests for world peace and global common good • KHU has won international recognition for its programs and received the UNESCO Prize for Peace Education • KHU is an urban campus oasis in Seoul, surrounded by many restaurants, cafes, shops, and in very close proximity to the city center and Gangnam districts
Daegu University DAEGU
Program Type
When can I go?
Housing
Language of Instruction
SVSU Partnership
Winter, Fall, Academic Year
On-campus housing
English & Korean
Courses Offered
Korean Language, Asian Studies, Communication, International Studies, Philosophy, Gender Studies, Literature, Religious Studies, History, Economics
Program Highlights
• Attend Daegu University (DU) as an exchange student • Students receive tuition and housing waivers for any study period at DU • Airfare up to $2,000 will be reimbursed by DU • DU is a private university in South Korea, located just outside of Daegu, with nearly 20,000 students • DU has a vibrant campus culture, equipped with a private state-of-the-art driving range and recreation facility, health science and rehabilitation departments, and agriculture and horticulture facility
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WAIT! DON’T SEE IT? Can’t find an SVSU program that fits your needs? SVSU students who would like to study abroad in Asia and the Pacific may choose to participate in a non-SVSU program sponsored by another institution or study abroad organization. See page 41 for details.
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EUROPE
UNITED KINGDOM BELGIUM IRELAND
SVSU Programs • BELGIUM • FRANCE • IRELAND • ITALY • SPAIN • SWITZERLAND • UNITED KINGDOM
FRANCE ITALY
SPAIN
SWITZERLAND
Can’t find an SVSU program that fits your needs? SVSU students who would like to study abroad in Europe may choose to participate in a non-SVSU program sponsored by another institution or study abroad organization. See page 41 for details. Saginaw Valley State University • svsu.edu/studyabroad
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Vesalius College BRUSSELS
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Program Type
When can I go?
Housing
Language of Instruction
SVSU Affiliate
Winter, Spring/Summer, Fall, Academic Year
Off-campus housing or homestay
English
Courses Offered
Business, Communications, International Studies, Law, Political Science
Program Highlights
• Attend Vesalius College (VeCo) as an international student • Vesalius College is a small private university located in a city-center within hours of Paris, London, Amsterdam and Frankfurt • Many extracurricular activities are sponsored by the Vesalius Student Government, such as regular student parties, outings, ski trips and sports including soccer, basketball, swimming, track and field • VeCo offers a course specifically for study abroad students at an additional fee, which offers field trips to other European cities, with an in-class seminar introducing each trip and highlighting the art, culture and architecture of each city • Fall semester students can elect to take an internship in their field • Students must be minimum of junior-standing with a 2.75 GPA to apply
FRANCE Business & Management PARIS Program Type
When can I go?
Housing
Language of Instruction
SVSU Faculty-Led
Spring Break
Hotels
English
Courses Offered
MGT/MKT 342: Analytics: the Future of the Wine Industry (3 credits) ACCT/FIN/LAW 342: Analytics: the Future of the Wine Industry (3 credits) ECON 342: Analytics: the Future of the Wine Industry (3 credits)
Program Highlights
• Learn about France’s culture and business practices, specifically the consumer culture and the use of Analytics in the Wine Industry to better understand consumer preferences • Introduce the requirements for audit standards from international financial reporting standards (IFRS) adopted by the European Union (E.U.) • Learn the differences between the values, beliefs, and attitudes of French consumers versus those of U.S. consumers and how these affect purchase behavior and customer satisfaction and loyalty
Lille Catholic University LILLE Program Type
When can I go?
Housing
Language of Instruction
SVSU Affiliate
Spring/Summer
On-campus housing
English & French
Courses Offered
Law, Economics, Management, Science and Engineering, Health Sciences, Social Work, Humanities, French
Program Highlights
• Attend Lille Catholic University (LCU) as an international student • LCU is the largest private university in France with more than 2,000 international students from 100 different countries each year • Lille is located at the center of the Paris-London-Belgium triangle with travel time to London at less than two hours, Paris being less than one hour, and Brussels only 35 minutes • An excursion to Belgium, the capital of the European Union, is also included in this program
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IRELAND
Study Abroad 101 DUBLIN When can I go?
Housing
Language of Instruction
SVSU Faculty-led
Spring Break
Hotels
English
Courses Offered
Non-credit experience
Program Highlights
• This trip is perfect for students who have never studied abroad and want to learn the basics of international travel. Participants will receive a $500 scholarship towards a second study abroad program • Spend spring break in Dublin, Ireland’s capital and largest city. From traditional music in Temple Bar to the gothic arches of St. Patrick’s Cathedral, there’s so much to experience in this bustling and historic city • Excursions include Causey Farm, Giant’s Causeway, Carrick-A-Rede Rope Bridge, sightseeing tour of Belfast, Cliffs of Moher and much more
ITALY
Program Type
Art FLORENCE, VENICE & NAPLES
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Program Type
When can I go?
Housing
Language of Instruction
SVSU Faculty-led
Spring
Hotels
English
Courses Offered
ART 490: The Art of Travel Photography & Film (3 credits)
Program Highlights
• Visit museums, churches, and structures that house examples of innovative ways of viewing and documenting one’s surroundings or creative persuasive messages intended to excite, entice, and educate their audience • Walk the streets where Leonardo and Michelangelo designed some of their most famous artwork • Experience one of the largest contemporary art exhibitions in the world set amidst the canals of Venice • Enjoy the spectacular scene of southern Italy and taste the world’s best pizza in Naples
SPAIN Sociology in France & Spain PARIS, BORDEAUX, MADRID & BARCELONA Program Type
When can I go?
Housing
Language of Instruction
SVSU Faculty-Led
Spring
Hotels
English
Courses Offered
SOC 280!: Global Cultures (3 credits)
Program Highlights
• Visit the Versailles Palace, Notre Dame, and other important historical sites that tell the story of how France and Spain emerged from the Dark Ages into imperial prominence • Learn about wine making in the Bordeaux region, enjoy the beach in Arcachon, and soak up the local culture in various southern French villages • Explore the cultural contrasts between life in the northern Spanish city of Bilbao, Basque communities on the border, the Moorish cities of Granada, Cordoba, colonial Madrid, and modernist Barcelona
University of Salamanca SALAMANCA Program Type
When can I go?
Housing
Language of Instruction
SVSU Affiliate
Winter, Fall, Academic Year, Spring/Summer
On-campus dormitory or homestay
Spanish
Courses Offered
Spanish
Program Highlights
• Attend University of Salamanca as an international student and study in the oldest university in Spain and the fourth oldest in Europe • Known for its Spanish courses for non-native speakers, attracting more than two thousand foreign students each year • Semester fees are significantly less than similar costs at SVSU • Perfect for Spanish major or minor students eager to learn and immerse themselves in a culturally rich environment • Students must be minimum sophomore-standing
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Healthcare GENEVA Program Type
When can I go?
Housing
Language of Instruction
SVSU Faculty-led
Spring Break
Hotels
English
Courses Offered
NURS 490: International Healthcare in Switzerland (1 credit)
Program Highlights
• Understand and appreciate health from an international perspective by stepping outside the constraints of your own culture • Visit the World Health Organization and learn about the healthcare services they coordinate to build a healthier future for people around the world • Tour the United Nations, International Federation of the Red Cross, Gruyere cheese factory, Swiss chocolatier, St. Peter’s Cathedral, and Geneva
Teacher Education EDINBURGH Program Type
When can I go?
Housing
Language of Instruction
SVSU Faculty-led
Spring
Hotel
English
Courses Offered
TE 629: Advanced Theories and Practice for ASD (3 credits)
Program Highlights
• Learn more about autism, technology, and the evaluation of applications for individuals with ASD via the involvement of Dr. Sue Fletcher-Watson and her team at the Centre for Clinical Brain Sciences • Participate in autism and technology related workshops, research, and conference presentations through the SVSU Autism Research Lab and our study abroad partners at the University of Edinburg • Travel to Edinburgh, one of Europe’s great cultural hubs, regularly voted as one of the most desirable places to live in the world
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Edge Hill University ORMSKIRK Program Type
When can I go?
Housing
Language of Instruction
SVSU Affiliate
Winter, Spring/Summer, Fall, Academic Year
On-campus Housing
English
Courses Offered
Art, Biology, Business, Criminal Justice, Economics, English, Geography, History, Humanities, International Business, International Studies, Kinesiology & Exercise Science, Law, Literature, Management, Marketing, Music, Psychology, Theatre, Professional & Technical Writing
Program Highlights
• Attend Edge Hill University (EHU) as an international student • EHU named the UK University of the Year for 2015 • Located near Ormskirk, boasting an array of quaint shops, restaurants, and pubs • Less than 15 miles from the city of Liverpool and 3 hours from London • Select courses from Edge Hill’s catalog, including business, education, and health studies • Live in a single room dormitory with British students
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LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEAN
MEXICO JAMAICA
SVSU Programs • ARGENTINA • CHILE • JAMAICA • MEXICO
CHILE ARGENTINA
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Universidad Argentina de la Empresa BUENOS AIRES Program Type
When can I go?
Housing
Language of Instruction
SVSU Partnership
Winter, Fall, Academic Year
On-campus housing
English and Spanish
Courses Offered
Spanish, Economics, Marketing, Business, Engineering, Communications, Sociology, International Studies, Law, Psychology, and Graphic Design
Program Highlights
• Attend Universidad Argentina de la Empresa (UADE) as an exchange student • UADE is recognized, at university level, as a university committed to the comprehensive training of its students • Buenos Aires is well-known for its cultural diversity and lively atmosphere, making it one of South America’s most exciting and vibrant cities • Immerse yourself in Argentina’s rich culture, history, art, and tango
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Program Type
When can I go?
Housing
Language of Instruction
SVSU Faculty-Led
Summer
On-campus housing
English
Courses Offered
Non-credit experience for Art and Education majors
Program Highlights
• This is a non-credit experience for art or education majors looking to gain experience in their field of study in an international setting • Education majors will participate in a workshop/class and then visit local schools to experience the similarities and differences between U.S. and Argentinian educational systems. •Art majors will also participate in a workshop/class and then visit local museums and galleries to observe Argentinian art.
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Viña del Mar University VIÑA DEL MAR When can I go?
Housing
Language of Instruction
SVSU Affiliate
Fall, Winter, Academic Year
On-campus housing or homestay
Spanish
Courses Offered
Spanish and Latin American Studies
Program Highlights
• Viña del Mar is known as the “university city” of Chile which makes it an ideal place for international students to study • This relaxed, friendly city offers the best of both worlds: Easy access to Chile’s natural wonders and urban amenities, all in a city that’s home to so many parks that it’s nicknamed the garden city • Perfect for Spanish major or minor students eager to learn and immerse themselves in a culturally rich environment. • Semester fees are significantly less than similar costs at SVSU
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Program Type
Business & Managment
JAMAICA, MEXICO & GRAND CAYMAN Program Type
When can I go?
Housing
Language of Instruction
SVSU Faculty-Led
Spring Break
Cruise
English
Courses Offered
MGT/MKT 342: Global Experience in MGT/MKT (3 credits) ACCT/FIN/LAW 342: Global Experience in ACCT/FIN/LAW (3 credits) ECON 342: Global Experience in ECON (3 credits)
Program Highlights
• Integrates multiple-country study, interdisciplinary coursework, and hands-on field experience to prepare global citizens • Opportunity for global comparative education to compare the world’s peoples, patterns, cultures, and traditions from various economies • Provides a comprehensive and contextualized overview of cruise operations, management, and life
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Study Abroad 101 GUANAJUATO Program Type
When can I go?
Housing
Language of Instruction
SVSU Partnership
Winter Break
Hotels
English & Spanish
Courses Offered
Non-credit experience
Program Highlights
• This trip is perfect for students who have never studied abroad and want to learn the basics of international travel. Participants will receive a $500 scholarship towards a second study abroad program • Spend winter break in Guanajuato, a beautiful colonial town and UNESCO World Heritage Site in the central hills of Mexico • Learn survival Spanish and experience Mexican culture through our partnership with the Universidad de Guanajuato • Excursions include the Mummy Museum, Diego Rivera Art Museum, Juarez Theater, Pipila Monument, Hidalgo Market, a Mexican Street Food Tour and much more
Universidad de Guanajuato GUANAJUATO Program Type
When can I go?
Housing
Language of Instruction
SVSU Partnership
Spring/Summer
On-campus housing or homestay
English & Spanish
Courses Offered
Program Highlights
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Non-credit experience with research focus. Students may be able to arrange for independent study credit. • Students will work with UG faculty members on their proposed research project in a variety of fields of study • Research can be conducted in either Spanish or English and will lead to publication • This is a great opportunity for professional development in your field and to strengthen your resume • Spend your summer in a young, vibrant, fun and engaging city located in the central hills of Mexico
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INTERNSHIPS
SVSU offers programs with internships to help students gain professional experience while abroad. Internship placement vary depending on student’s area of interest. Most placements are unpaid and may result in academic credit.
Study Abroad with Internship Component Students may have the option to participate in internship programs at one of SVSU’s many partnership and affiliate universities. These internships often are major dependent and sometimes require specific language skills. The following SVSU partnership and affiliate universities offer internship opportunities: • Japanese Center for Michigan Universities, Japan • Vesalius College, Brussels, Belgium • University of Salamanca, Spain
CUSTOMIZED INTERNSHIPS VIA NON-SVSU PROVIDERS
In addition, several non-SVSU program providers offer internship placements abroad. AIESEC: aiesec.org Various Destinations
API: apistudyabroad.com
Placements in Argentina, Chile, England, Ireland, and Spain
CAPA: capa.org
Various Destinations
CIS Abroad: cisabroad.com Various Destinations
Classport: classportinc.com
Placements in Austria, Ecuador, and Ireland
Cultural Vistas: culturalvistas.org
Placements in Argentina, Chile, Germany, Spain, and Switzerland
IAESTE: iaeste.org/students Various Destinations
Intrax: globalinternships.com Various Destinations
ISA: studiesabroad.com Various Destinations
USAC: usac.unr.edu Various Destinations
World Endeavors: worldendeavors.com Various Destinations
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Student teaching abroad offers SVSU student teachers the option of adding a cross-cultural learning and teaching experience to their resumé. Student teachers typically spend the first eight weeks of teaching in Michigan and the second eight weeks at an English-medium school abroad.
STUDENT TEACHING ABROAD
You can choose placement in the following countries:
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Student Teaching Placement In English-speaking countries, you can expect to teach classes in your licensing areas (elementary education, secondary mathematics, visual arts, and so on). In non-English speaking countries, your focus will be working with your school’s foreign language teachers to provide instruction in conversational and written English. If you happen to be fluent in your host country’s native language, you may have the opportunity to teach classes in your licensing area. Most participating schools, however, value the program because they want to expose students to native English speakers.
Australia China Costa Rica Ecuador England
Greece India Ireland Italy Japan
New Zealand Norway Scotland Spain Wales
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STUDENT TEACHING ABROAD
Application Process • Obtain approval by the SVSU College of Education for International Student Teaching • Gain acceptance to Study Abroad at SVSU • Work with SVSU College of Education and SVSU Study Abroad to apply for this customized program
IRELAND
Please Contact: Gary Grysko Office of Clinical Experiences College of Education Saginaw Valley State University Phone: 989-964-4057 option #2 E-mail: clinicalexp@svsu.edu
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SVSU PROGRAMS BY SUBJECT Accounting
Communications
Entrepreneurship
Australia: USC France: Faculty-Led Study at Sea: Faculty-Led
Argentina: UADE Belgium: Vesalius France: Lille Japan: Kansai Gaidai South Korea: Daegu Taiwan: Ming Chuan University Taiwan: Shih Hsin
Australia: USC France: Lille Japan: Kansai Gaidai
Alternative Energy Australia: USC France: Lille
Art Argentina: Faculty-Led Australia: USC Italy: Faculty-Led Japan: Faculty-led Japan: Kansai Gaidai Japan: Shikoku UK: Edge Hill
Asian Studies Japan: JCMU Japan: Kansai Gaidai Japan: Shikoku South Korea: Daegu South Korea: Kyung Hee Taiwan: Ming Chuna University Taiwan: Shih Hsin
Biology Australia: USC UK: Edge Hill
Business (General) Argentina: UADE Australia: USC Belgium: Vesalius France: Lille France: Faculty-Led Japan: JCMU Japan: Kansai Gaidai South Korea: Kyung Hee Study at Sea: Faculty-Led Taiwan: Shih Hsin Taiwan: Ming Chuan University UK: Edge Hill
Chemistry Australia: USC
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Computer Information Systems
Finance Australia: USC France: Faculty-Led Japan: Kansai Gaidai Study at Sea: Faculty-Led
International Studies
Taiwan: MIng Chuan University UK: Edge Hill
French
Criminal Justice
Gender Studies
Australia: USC France: Lille Japan: JCMU Japan: Kansai Gaidai UK: Edge Hill
Japan: Kansai Gaidai South Korea: Daegu
Economics Argentina: UADE Australia: USC France: Lille France: Faculty-led Japan: Kansai Gaidai South Korea: Daegu South Korea: Kyung Hee Study at Sea: Faculty-Led UK: Edge Hill
Electrical Engineering Argentina: UADE
Elementary Education Argentina: Faculty-Led Scotland: Scotland UK: Edge Hill
English Australia: USC Japan: Kansai Gaidai South Korea: Daegu Taiwan: Ming Chuan University Taiwan: Shih Hsin UK: Edge Hill
International Business Australia: USC France: Lille france: Faculty-Led Japan: Kansai Gaidai Study at Sea: Faculty-led Taiwan: Ming Chuan University Taiwan: Shih Hsin UK: Edge Hill
France: Lille
Geography Australia: USC Japan: JCMU Japan: Kansai Gaidai Senegal: Faculty-Led UK: Edge Hill
Graphic Design Argentina: UADE Australia: USC Italy: Faculty-Led
Argentina: UADE Australia: USC Belgium: Vesalius France: Lille Japan: Kansai Gaidai Japan: Shikoku South Korea: Daegu South Korea: Kyung Hee Taiwan: Ming Chuan University Taiwan: Shih Hsin UK: Edge Hill
Japanese Australia: USC Japan: JCMU Japan: Kansai Gaidai Japan: Shikoku
Kinesiology
Health Science Australia: USC France: Lille Japan: JCMU South Africa: Faculty-Led
History Australia: USC France: Lille Japan: JCMU Japan: Kansai Gaidai South Korea: Daegu South Korea: Kyung Hee UK: Edge Hill
Australia: USC UK: Edge Hill
Legal Studies Argentina: UADE Australia: USC Belgium: Vesalius France: Lille France: Faculty-Led South Korea: Kyung Hee Study at Sea: Faculty-Led UK: Edge Hill
Literature Japan: Kansai Gaidai South Korea: Daegu Taiwan: Shih Hsin UK: Edge Hill
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Management
Political Science
Youth Services
Australia: USC France: Lille France: Faculty-Led Japan: Kansai Gaidai Study at Sea: Faculty-Led Taiwan: Shih Hsin UK: Edge Hill
Australia: USC Belgium: Vesalius France: Lille Japan: Kansai Gaidai
Australia: USC
Marketing
UK: Edge Hill
Argentina: UADE Australia: USC France: Faculty-led Japan: Kansai Gaidai South Korea: Kyung Hee Study at Sea: Faculty-Led Taiwan: Shih Hsin UK: Edge Hill
Professional & Technical Writing Psychology Argentina: UADE Australia: USC Japan: Kansai Gaidai UK: Edge Hill
Secondary Education
Australia: USC
Argentina: Faculty-Led Scotland: Faculty-Led UK: Edge Hill
Mechanical Engineering
Social Work
Australia: USC
Australia: USC
Mathematics
SVSU Graduate Programs China: Faculty-Led France: Lille Scotland: Faculty-Led South Africa: Faculty-Led
Note: The academic subjects
included in this list represent departments or specific programs abroad. Students interested in these courses should plan to work with SVSU advisors to ensure the courses fit with the student’s major.
Modern Foreign Languages Australia: USC South Korea: Daegu South Korea: Kyung Hee Taiwan: Shih Hsin
Music UK: Edge Hill
Nursing China: Faculty-Led Switzerland: Faculty-Led
Philosophy Japan: JCMU Japan: Kansai Gaidai South Korea: Daegu
Physics Australia: USC
Sociology Argentina: UADE Australia: USC France and Spain: Facutly-Led India: Faculty-Led Japan: Kansai Gaidai Senegal: Faculty-Led South Korea: Kyung Hee
Spanish Argentina: UADE Chile: Universidad Viña del Mar Mexico: University of Guanajuato Spain: Salamanca
Theatre Australia: USC UK: Edge Hill
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NON-SVSU PROGRAMS If students do not find an SVSU program that fits their needs, they are encouraged to research programs sponsored by outside organizations or institutions. When participating in these program options, students will receive SVSU credit for the courses taken abroad as long as it is approved by SVSU study abroad and may therefore also apply for SVSU financial aid toward program costs.
Please Note:
Students who participate in non-SVSU programs are still required to complete SVSU’s online application for study abroad in order to have the option of receiving credits and financial aid.
Non-SVSU Affiliate Programs • Academic Programs International (API) apistudyabroad.com
• Athena Study Abroad
• Semester at Sea semesteratsea.org
• USAC usac.unr.edu
athenaabroad.com
• CAPA capa.org
• Center for International Studies (CIS) cisabroad.com
Additional Program Options Can Be Researched by Using the Following Search Engines: • Go Abroad: goabroad.com • IIE Passport: iiepassport.org • Study Abroad: studyabroad.com
• COUPA classportinc.com/coupa
• Education First (EF) ef.edu
• Eko Tracks ekotracks.com
• Global Education Oregon (GEO) geo.oregon.edu
• International Studies Abroad (ISA)
Criteria for Non-SVSU Programs: • A U.S. regionally accredited college or university sponsors the program OR • A non-U.S. college or university recognized by the official higher education organization or ministry of education in that nation sponsors the programs OR • The credit must be acceptable as transfer credit approved by an SVSU academic department and the Office of Global Engagement.
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• Knowledge Exchange Institute (KEI) keiabroad.org
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CONTENTS PHOTO CREDITS Aubrey Snyder, SVSU student (Cover) Jacob Teter, USAC student Pg. 1-2 Courtney Perrou, SVSU student Pg. 3 SVSU student Pg. 4 Nathan Hankerson, SVSU student, Pg. 5 Natasha Rielgle, SVSU student Pg. 6 Alexis Chavarria, SVSU student Pg. 6 Dana Robishaw, SVSU student Pg. 7 Mario Cornejo, SVSU student Pg. 7 Kara Hoch, SVSU student Pg. 8 Macy Zwerk, SVSU student Pg. 8 SVSU student Pg. 11 Chelsea Ardelean, SVSU student Pg. 14
Athena Student Pg. 15 Haley Moore, SVSU student Pg. 17 Haley Moore, SVSU student Pg. 17 Hannah VanDongen, SVSU student Pg. 17 SVSU student Pg. 18 Kara Hoch, SVSU student Pg. 19 Kara Hoch, SVSU student Pg. 19 Dana Robishaw, SVSU student Pg. 20 Lizzie Utset, USAC student Pg. 22 Alissa Rutkowski, SVSU student Pg. 26 Holly Ray, SVSU student Pg. 27 Jillian Stenzel, USAC student Pg. 28 Raphael Stulz, SVSU student Pg. 29
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Macy Zwerk, SVSU student Pg. 29 Jilian Lalonde, SVSU student Pg. 31 Madison Savard, SVSU student Pg. 33 Aubrey Routowicz, SVSU student Pg. 34 Grace Ingison, SVSU student Pg. 35 Aileen Ash, Pg. 35 Aileen Ash, Pg. 35 Jessica Munger, USAC student Pg. 37 Rebekah Drogowski, SVSU student Pg. 38 Shelby Weeks, SVSU student Pg. 38 Makala Sutherland, SVSU student Pg. 39-40 Abrie Parish, USAC student Pg. 42 Abrie Parish, USAC student (Back Cover)
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CONTACT US! Study Abroad Office of Global Engagement Wickes 230 Telephone: 989-964-7337 Fax: 989-964-6066 Email: studyabroad@svsu.edu Web: svsu.edu/studyabroad
SVSU Partnership Programs (Fall, winter, academic year, spring/summer)
SVSU Internships and Student Teaching
SVSU has partnerships with institutions around the world. Students have the opportunity to take courses at these institutions during a semester, summer, or year abroad.
SVSU offers internships, research, and student teaching opportunities to help students gain professional experience while abroad. Destinations available in nearly 20 countries. See pages 36-38 for more information.
SVSU Faculty-Led Programs (10 Days To 3 Weeks) SVSU faculty-led programs typically range from ten days to three weeks and usually take place during the spring/summer semester or during semester breaks. Students will travel with a SVSU faculty member and a group of SVSU students. Students take SVSU courses taught by SVSU faculty.
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Can’t find an SVSU program that fits your needs? Students may choose to participate in a non-SVSU program sponsored by another institution or study abroad organization. See page 41 for more information.
Search programs by region, country, semester, subject, program type, and more: svsu.edu/studyabroad
The Study Abroad Catalog is printed annually by the Office of Global Engagement. All program information including courses, duration of programs, dates, and other logistics are subject to change. Programs that appear in this catalog may be canceled due to extenuating circumstances. Please consult the Office of Global Engagement website for updated program information. Saginaw Valley State University • 2015 - 2016