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Cornell-Affiliated Programs in Foreign Countries
Cornell College recognizes the growing interdependence of peoples and nations in today's world. To function in this interdependent world, liberally-educated persons need to be literate in other languages, understanding of other cultures, and receptive to other viewpoints. College-sponsored study-abroad opportunities for students have been part of the curriculum since the 1950s. In its cultural and extracurricular programming the College has also made an effort to include the arts and ideas of different cultures and countries.
Central European Studies in the Czech Republic (4)
Combining its rich cultural heritage, the emerging revival of democracy, and a struggle for economic success, the Czech Republic mirrors much of Eastern and Central Europe. The program is based at Palacký University in Olomouc, the historic capital of Moravia. Students from many disciplines can benefit from intensive language training and coursework, field trips to major Central European cities, independent research, a three-week host family stay, and housing among Czech students in university dormitories. Courses cover Central European history, contemporary socio-political issues, and Czech literature and culture. Administered by ACM, this program is also recognized by GLCA. Late August to mid-December. Prerequisite: junior standing. IKACH [950]
Costa Rica: Studies in Latin American Culture and Society (4)
Studies in Latin American Culture and Society (fall only) is an interdisciplinary program for students seeking a comprehensive understanding of life in Latin America and wishing to develop fluency in Spanish. This program, which focuses on the humanities and social sciences, is designed to take full advantage of its Costa Rican setting. Language study is stressed as the key to understanding the culture. Coursework in language, literature, geography, anthropology, politics, and culture enables students to develop insights which are reinforced by field trips and two weeks of field work in rural areas. In San José and its environs, students live with families both to improve their language ability and enjoy personal involvement in the daily life of a Latin American community. Administered by ACM. Late August to December. Prerequisites: SPA 102 and sophomore standing. LACY-SALAZAR [941]
Costa Rica: Tropical Field Research (4)
The Tropical Field Research Program (spring only) is designed for advanced work in all disciplines. Costa Rica supports an extraordinary variety of plant and animal life and provides rich research opportunities for students of tropical biology and ecology. An equally broad range of research topics is available for students of anthropology, archaeology, economics, fine arts, geography, geology, history, literature, political science, and sociology. Students prepare for their research during a month-long orientation which includes intensive language training and a review of field work methodology. Their field study may be integrated with an ongoing project or undertaken independently under the supervision of a faculty advisor. Administered by ACM. Late January to May. Prerequisites: junior standing, prior coursework in the proposed research discipline, and at least SPA 102. BLACK [942]
Ewha Womans University (Korea) Exchange
Located in Seoul, Ewha Womans University, through the International
Education Institute, offers a study abroad program called ``Asian
Studies at Ewha.'' Students are expected to have a strong academic
background, good recommendations from their instructors, and an ability
to adapt to different environments. This program is open to both men and
women. Students in the Asian Studies program may select from a number of
courses offered in English through the International Education
Institute. Additionally, students may register for courses offered in
English by any of the departments throughout the university which may be
available in a given semester. Students who have a command of the Korean
language may register for regular courses offered in Korean. Courses in
Korean language instruction are available as part of the program.
Prerequisite: cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher. [924]
Florence (4)
The Florence program provides an excellent opportunity to study Renaissance painting, sculpture, architecture, history, and literature for students interested in art, history, Romance languages, and the humanities. Italian language instruction, a studio art course, and courses providing a broad perspective on Italian contributions to world civilization facilitate the study of Florentine artistic and cultural heritage. Visits to museums and galleries, short field trips to other cities throughout Italy, and discussions with local scholars supplement this coursework. Staying with Italian host families enriches participants' awareness of modern Italian life as well as the academic study of Italian Renaissance culture. Administered by ACM. Late August to December. Prerequisite: junior standing. Prior Italian language recommended. Allocation of Cornell credit is based upon course selection and is subject to departmental approval. PLAUT (fall), McOMBER (spring) [952]
Foreign Language Abroad Program (1-9)
The Department of Classical and Modern Languages offers qualified
students the opportunity to participate in certain programs operated by
other institutions in countries where the native language is French,
German, Japanese, Russian, or Spanish. All of the courses in
approved FLAP programs are taught in the foreign language. Prerequisites:
a grade point average of 3.0 or higher at the end of the term preceding
the start of the program and the appropriate 205-level course or its
equivalent in the language to be studied (some programs may require
additional language preparation). At least one course in the language
must have been taken at Cornell. Programs range from one month to one
year. FACULTY IN MODERN LANGUAGES [990]
India Studies (4)
The Indian subcontinent provides a rich and complex background for the study of a non-Western civilization. India Studies program participants live with Indian host families in Pune, a city that is both traditional and highly industrialized. This offers students an excellent opportunity to observe the interaction of tradition and modernity that characterizes contemporary India. While there, students enroll at Tilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth for an academic session, where they have language instruction, choose four other courses, and complete independent study projects. Additionally, students enjoy field trips, which can include nearby cultural sites such as the Ajanta and Ellora caves. A variety of extracurricular activities, such as dance, yoga, weaving, and batik, can be arranged. Administered by ACM. Mid-July to mid-December. A. THOMAS [922]
Japan Study (9)
Students study at Waseda University's School of International Liberal Studies in Tokyo after a brief orientation providing intensive language practice and cultural discussions. In addition to required language study, electives may be chosen from a wide range of Asian Studies courses taught in English. A family-living experience in Tokyo provides an informal education in Japanese culture and is in many ways the dominant feature of the program, offering total immersion in the Japanese way of life. The program is recommended for a full year of study, although a term or semester option is also available. The full year program includes a month-long cultural practicum or internship in another region of Japan, usually in February or March. Administered by Earlham College, Japan Study is recognized by both ACM and GLCA. Early September to late June (academic year); early September to late December (autumn term), early September to early February (fall semester); early September to mid-March (fall semester with cultural practicum). Prerequisites: a grade point average of 3.0 or higher and sophomore standing. Japanese language study is not required for acceptance into the program, but at least one term of Japanese must be completed before departure. FAROOQI [923]
Kyoto Seika University (Japan) Exchange
Located in the ancient city of Kyoto, Japan's imperial capital for over
a thousand years, the University campus is set in a secluded and private
valley in the northern hills of the city. Courses are taught in
Japanese. The language proficiency requirement is Level II of the
Standard Japanese Language Proficiency Test of the Association of
International Education. At this level students are required to have
``mastered grammar at a relatively high level, about 1,000 kanji and
6,000 vocabulary words, and to have the ability to converse, read, and
write about matters of a general nature.'' [928]
London and Florence: Arts in Context (4-5)
The London and Florence program compares the artistic achievements of two historically prominent cities. Participants study the historical and political context of art, architecture, literature, and theatre as well as Italian language. Visits to museums, galleries, theatres, short trips to other areas of England and Italy, and discussions with local scholars supplement this coursework. Students spend eight weeks in each city and enjoy a week-long mid-semester break. An optional intensive course in Italian language is offered every January in Florence (3 semester credits). In addition, a pilot program running from January through March based in Florence is available for a small number of students, particulary those from colleges with term calendars. Administered by ACM. Late January to May. Allocation of Cornell credit is based upon course selection and is subject to departmental approval. Prerequisite: sophomore standing. PLAUT (fall), McOMBER (spring) [951]
Northern Ireland Exchange
Under the auspices of the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry of the United Methodist Church, Cornell participates in an exchange program that permits students from Northern Ireland to study in the U.S., and American students to study at universities and colleges in Northern Ireland and the Irish Republic. The application process is competitive and spaces for American students are limited. Queen's University and the University of Ulster offer 10 spaces each to American students; Belfast Institute for Further and Higher Education (BIFHE) offers five spaces. All are internationally recognized institutions of higher education. They do not offer study in all disciplines, but most students from U.S. liberal arts colleges and comprehensive universities will find appropriate subjects on these campuses. Space at these institutions will be limited and not every applicant is likely to be accepted. CONNELL [954]
Russia (4)
The enormous political, social, and economic changes taking place in Russia provide a fascinating context for this program, and the Kuban/Black Sea region program site provides a particularly rich environment for understanding the changing nature of Russian life and the issues of national identity which accompany these changes. The program combines intensive study of the Russian language with a course on Russian society. Students live with Russian families and the combination of homestays, field trips, and individual projects provide for maximum exposure to contemporary Russian life. The program is based at Kuban State University in Krasnodar, a regional center of one million people. The city's distinctively Russian atmosphere encourages a stronger cultural immersion than is usually found on Russian programs in more Westernized locations. In addition, little English is spoken in Krasnodar, providing students increased opportunity to develop their Russian language skills. Administered by ACM, this program is also recognized by GLCA. Late August to mid-December. Prerequisite: RUS 102. IKACH [955]
Sejong University (Korea) Exchange
Located in Seoul, the University has initiated a program in East Asian
Studies. The program will involve courses in East Asian politics,
economics, history, language, and culture. Courses offered through the
East Asian Studies Program are taught in English; however, those fluent
in Korean may also enroll in courses offered by other departments of the
University. Prerequisite: cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or
higher. [925]
Sookmyung Women's University (Korea) Exchange
Located in Seoul, the University is organized into eight Colleges:
Liberal Arts, Science, Home Economics, Political Science & Law,
Economics & Commerce, Music, Pharmacy, and Fine Arts. Students are
expected to have a strong academic background, good recommendations from
their instructors, and an ability to adapt to different environments.
The language of instruction is Korean, so students must be proficient at
a level that will allow them to succeed in college-level coursework.
This program is open to both men and women. Prerequisite: cumulative
grade point average of 3.0 or higher. [926]
Tanzania: Nation-Building and Development in Africa (4)
Currently located on the University of Dar es Salaam campus in Tanzania, this interdisciplinary program addresses the challenges of building a modern independent nation and focuses on development issues in Africa. University of Dar es Salaam faculty members offer courses in culture and society, political and economic development, and Swahili language. Students also complete an independent field project under the guidance of program staff or university faculty. Family stays in Dar es Salaam offer students the opportunity to live with Tanzanians and participate in community life. The academic program is also enriched by field trips and a rural stay. Administered by ACM. Early January to mid-May. Prerequisite: advanced sophomore standing. LOEBSACK [913]
Tanzania: Studies in Human Evolution and Ecology (4)
The Tanzania program offers undergraduates a unique opportunity to conduct fieldwork in some of the world's greatest paleoanthropological and ecological sites. Students divide their time between the University of Dar es Salaam and the Northern Region of Tanzania. At the University they take courses in intensive Swahili, human evolution, and the ecology of the Maasai Ecosystem while developing a field project. For the next six weeks students live in field camps and pursue individual field projects in the Serengeti/Ngorongoro area before returning to the University for final work on their projects. The program is both physically and academically demanding. Administered by ACM. Late July to mid-December. Prerequisite: junior standing. HANSON [912]
Yonsei University (Korea) Exchange
Located in Seoul, Yonsei is the oldest university in Korea. The
University has a large and active international exchange program, with a
population of 200-250 international students on campus each year.
Courses offered through the Division of International Education are
taught in English; however, those fluent in Korean may also enroll in
courses offered by other departments of the University. Prerequisite:
cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher. [927]
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