Summer 2010 Travel Study Program

Maryville College Summer Study Abroad Programs

Summer Maryville College Travel Study Program:

World Cultures 360: East Asia Travel Course

Contacts:

Scott Henson | scott.henson@maryvillecollege.edu
Kathie Shiba | kathie.shiba@maryvillecollege.edu

Term to be offered: Summer 2010. Tentative dates: May 24- June 21

Tentative schedule —
Classroom: May 24-28, Japan: June 2-7, China: June 8-14, South Korea: June 15-20
Students registered for Hannam University Program will continue in Seoul.

Tentative Costs: $3,300 + summer tuition*

Price includes: airfare, lodging, food, fees, travel costs, and visa.
Not included: Summer tuition for 3 credits (approx. $850), passport, immunizations, some meals, and personal expenses.

*Please note that prices are tentative and may fluctuate based on variation in exchange rates, number of participants, price fluctuations in actual airfares and fuel surcharges, or administrative overhead

Pre-requisites: Junior standing.

Deadline to apply: November 15. Return applications to Kirsten Sheppard, International House.

Download MC Faculty-Led Application

Download TRAAVEL Award & Carter Fund scholarships

Course Goals:
Students and faculty will visit East Asia’s modern and ancient cities in order to explore landmarks, experience local culture, and engage in societies that are in great transition. By participating in course readings, class discussions, and travel activities, students will be able to:

  • Improve their appreciation and understanding of East Asian cultures.
  • Develop sensitivity and responsiveness towards others.
  • Appreciate the depth and richness of cultural diversity.
  • Discover new perspectives on the way global issues and situations are viewed in different cultures.
  • Gain insight into the relationships and interconnections among cultures.
  • Acquire skills in interpreting East Asian literature and arts.
  • Recognize trends and major events in East Asian history.
  • Reflect on etiquette in East Asian cultural practices.
  • Focus on cultural immersion in order to best understand and appreciate East Asian societies.

Potential Highlights:

  • Arts and music performances and displays
  • Traditional and contemporary architecture
  • Historic locations like Hiroshima Memorial and Tiananmen Square
  • Tokyo Imperial Palace and Forbidden City in China
  • Religious sites: Confucian, Buddhist, Shinto temples and shrines
  • Modern/pop culture and nightlife
  • National museums and parks
  • East Asian and international cuisine

Course Description:

This 3-credit course will examine the peoples and cultures of China, Japan, and Korea, including the major cultural and institutional trends from their origins to the present. The course integrates geography, history, social and political institutions, religion, popular culture and the arts. As one component of the Maryville College general education and core curriculum, the course seeks to foster intercultural understanding, global perspective and appreciation for the breadth, diversity and richness of the human experience.

The primary focus of this course is to gain greater appreciation and understanding of cultures different from one’s own. The learning will be experiential along with intellectual investigation into cultural practices, traditions, and sources. In addition to a basic exploration of cultural characteristics unique to East Asia, the course will examine broad issues such as East/West relations and globalization. We will also look at East Asian distinctives such as cuisine, martial arts, and literature.

Unique opportunity for extended immersion with the Hannam University Summer Program

Learn about Korean history, arts, culture, daily life, language, architecture, society, values, cuisine, religion, cinema, music and more through a variety of activities including courses, field trips, cultural performances, and volunteer work. 3 credits.

Cost of Hannam University Summer Program, June 21-July 9: $1,800 plus summer tuition (includes airfare and expenses). Cost of both WRC360 and Hannam Summer Program together: $3,900 plus summer tuition for 6 credits. Students pay for only one airline ticket and remain in Korea after the WRC360 program is completed.

Combining the WRC360 travel course and extended cultural program at Hannam introduces students to East Asian arts, architecture, language, cuisine, religions, popular culture, and daily life. It also gives students a chance to learn about and immerse themselves in Korean culture over an extended period. This also meets the 6-week study abroad requirement for International Business and International Studies majors.

Hannam University Summer Program website: http://cir.hnu.kr/eng/

Download Application for Faculty-led Programs and return to Kirsten Sheppard, International House by November 15: