Monmouth College considers off-campus study, including both
international and domestic experiences, to be an opportunity for
students to enhance their liberal arts education. Such study may serve
as a significant complement to the major or to the General Education
curriculum and to the mission of the college. Monmouth College makes
available to its students programs which are intellectually challenging,
aesthetically inspiring, and diverse in setting. The off-campus
experience enables students to explore different perspectives on the
human condition in a global community.
The College takes seriously its obligation to provide quality programs,
which are only approved after careful review by the faculty. Many of the
programs endorsed by Monmouth College are offered under the auspices of
the Associated Colleges of the Midwest (ACM) or the Great Lakes Colleges
Association (GLCA). Other programs like Washington Semester at American
University and at the Ecole Normale Supérieure de Gestion et Commerce
(ESGCI) in Paris are also available. While some programs require
proficiency in a foreign language, most do not. Students may use their
Monmouth College financial aid only for approved programs. (Students
interested in participating in non-approved programs or in any summer
study program must consult the Registrar for transferability of semester
hours.) While most of these programs cost about the same as study on
campus, except for travel expenses and incidentals, some may be slightly
more expensive.
Applications for these programs are competitive and students must make
application to the Curriculum Committee. Applications to study off-campus
are due at the beginning of the preceding spring semester (unless ACM or
exchange institution procedures change). The exact due dates are announced
every year by the Coordinator of Off-Campus Study. Students are encouraged
to consult with campus representatives for specific programs early in the
application process. Further details are available from the college
coordinator of off-campus programs (Prof. Thomas Sienkewicz,
toms@monm.edu).
ACM Chicago
Arts Program: Internships, Seminars, Workshops:
The Chicago Arts Program is a 15-week semester of urban art immersion during
which students explore the arts through practical, creative, and scholarly
activity. While living in Chicago, in addition to attending a wide range of
cultural events, students meet and work with local artists and arts
professionals in part time internships, on Independent Study Projects and in
two courses: the Core seminar, Negotiating Chicago’s Artworld, and an
elective studio-based Special Topics workshop. Possible internship
placements include, but are not limited to: museums and galleries, artists’
studios, theatre and dance companies, recording studios and popular music
venues, literary organizations and publications, film and video production
companies, architecture firms, arts education and community outreach
organizations, and graphic and interior designers. Not limited to arts
majors, the program benefits all students who have strong career interests
or graduate school aspirations in the arts and humanities.
Length of program: Late August to mid-December or late January to mid-May
Enrollment: 30 students in the fall semester; 20 students in the spring
semester
Eligibility: Juniors and seniors in good academic standing
Course credit: 16 semester hours or the equivalent
Campus representative: Janeve West (jwest@monm.edu)
For more information:
http://www.acm.edu/chicago/arts-index.html
ACM
Chicago Program: Business, Entrepreneurship, and Society:
The Business, Entrepreneurship, and Society program is part of the ACM
Chicago Program offerings. Students will participate in three or four
courses within the program. The first course is the Chicago Core course
(emphasizing immersion in the city) with students from the other ACM Chicago
programs. The second course is a seminar in Business, Entrepreneurship, and
Society which features Chicago entrepreneurs, business leaders, governmental
authorities, and readings that ask for academic reflection. The third course
is a substantive internship with an established Chicago business, a
non-profit organization, or start-up company. Students who have a
4-semester-hour internship will elect to participate in an independent study
project or another seminar course. Students will be asked to consider the
organizational, psychological, and sociological aspects of business in
Chicago. The program benefits all students who wish to explore the
intersections between liberal arts education and the economic, social, and
strategic forces involved in the dynamic process of change and innovation
central to the world of entrepreneurship and business.
Length of program: September 1 to mid-December or February 1 to mid-May
Enrollment: 20 students
Eligibility: Juniors and seniors in good academic standing
Course credit: 16 semester hours or the equivalent
Campus representative: Frank Gersich (fgersich@monm.edu)
For more information:
http://www.acm.edu/chicago/business-index.html
ACM
Chicago Program: Urban Studies:
Chicago is a quintessential American city that was founded on economic
exchange, grew with America’s westward expansion, became the hub of Midwest
economic and political power, and continues to illustrate the best and worst
of American society. The Urban Studies Program immerses students in the life
of Chicago while exploring both the historical and current forces that
define urban life. Through supervised internships, seminars, a Core Course,
and independent study, students experience the dynamics of a modern city
while learning academic concepts to frame those experiences. Possible
internship placements include: legal, criminal justice, community and social
justice organizations, historical and cultural institutions, educational,
public relations, media facilities, political and philanthropic institutes,
along with a host of other possible placements. Foremost, the Urban Studies
Program develops the skills necessary for effective leadership in civic and
political life by exposing students to effective models of action in light
of the realities of urban America.
Length of program: Early September to mid-December or Late January to
mid-May
Enrollment: 40 to 50 students (fall semester); 25 to 35 students (spring
semester)
Eligibility: Juniors and seniors in good academic standing
Course credit: 16 semester hours or the equivalent
Campus representative: Steve Buban (steve@monm.edu)
For more information:
http://www.acm.edu/chicago/urbanstudies-index.html
ACM Culture and Society in
Africa (Botswana):
Located at the University of Botswana in Gaborone, this interdisciplinary
program gives students the opportunity to experience the breadth of Botswana
society and to study its culture, language, politics, and socioeconomic
structures. Courses include: a Program Director’s Course, taught by a
visiting faculty member from an ACM college in their own area of academic
expertise, a Setswana Language Course, taught by professors from the African
Languages department, an elective at the University of Botswana chosen from
a menu of options, taught by University of Botswana Faculty, and an
Independent Study Project. The program will be enriched by several field
trips. Students will live in international graduate student housing.
Length of program: Early January to mid-May
Enrollment: 20 to 25 students
Eligibility: Juniors and seniors in good academic standing
Campus representative: Mary Barnes-Bruce (mary@monm.edu)
For more information: http://www.acm.edu/africa/
ACM Florence:
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 course
work. Staying with Italian host families enriches participants’ awareness of
modern Italian life as well as the academic study of Italian Renaissance
culture.
Length of program: Late August to December
Enrollment: 25 to 30 students
Eligibility: Juniors and seniors
Course credit: 16 semester hours or the equivalent
Campus representative: Brian Baugh (bbaugh@monm.edu)
For more information: http://www.acm.edu/florence
ACM India Studies:
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.
Length of program: Mid-July to mid-December
Enrollment: 20 students
Eligibility: Juniors or seniors in good academic standing
Course credit: 18 semester hours (equivalent to one extended semester on the
home campus)
Campus representative: Farhat Haq (Farhat@monm.edu)
For more information: http://www.acm.edu/india/index.htm
ACM
Japan Study:
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 academic-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.
Length of program: 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)
Eligibility: Juniors and seniors with a minimum GPA of 3.0. No Japanese
language study required for acceptance, but at least one semester or term of
Japanese must be completed before departure.
Course credit: Equal to an equivalent period on the home campus
Campus representative: Don Capener (dcapener@monm.edu)
For more information:
jpns.remotedb.earlham.edu/study_abroad_japan/index.html
ACM London and Florence: Arts
in Context:
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 course work. 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 hours). In
addition, a pilot program running from January through March based in
Florence is available for a small number of students, particularly those
from colleges with term calendars.
Length of program: Late January to May
Enrollment: 50 students (25 begin in London, 25 in Florence)
Eligibility: Juniors and seniors in good academic standing
Course credit: 16 semester hours or the equivalent
Campus representative: Brian Baugh (bbaugh@monm.edu)
For more information: http://acm.edu/lon&flo
ACM Newberry Seminar in
the Humanities:
Students in the Newberry Seminar do advanced independent research in one of
the world’s great research libraries. They join ACM and GLCA faculty members
in close reading and discussion centered on a common theme, and then write a
major paper on a topic of their choice, using the Newberry Library’s rich
collections of primary documents. The fall seminar runs for a full semester;
the spring seminars are month-long. Students live in Chicago apartments and
take advantage of the city’s rich resources. The Newberry Seminar is for
students looking for an academic challenge, a chance to do independent work,
and possibly considering graduate school. The seminar is administered by ACM
and recognized by the Great Lakes Colleges Association, Inc.
Length of program: Late August to early December (semester-long fall
seminar)
January to May (month-long spring seminars)
Enrollment: 15 to 25 students (semester-long fall seminar)
8 to 15 students (month-long spring seminars)
Eligibility: Exceptionally qualified juniors and seniors for the fall
seminar
Instructor’s discretion for the spring seminars
Course credit: 16 semester hours or the equivalent for the fall seminar
Equivalent of one course for each short-term seminar
Campus representative: Mark Willhardt (mwill@monm.edu)
For more information: http://www.acm.edu/newberry
ACM Oak Ridge Science
Semester:
The Oak Ridge Science Semester is designed to enable qualified
undergraduates to study and conduct research in a prestigious and
challenging scientific environment. As members of a research team working at
the frontiers of knowledge, participants engage in long-range investigations
using the facilities of the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) near
Knoxville, Tennessee. The majority of a student’s time is spent in research
with an advisor specializing in biology, engineering, mathematics, or the
physical or social sciences.
Students also participate in an interdisciplinary seminar designed to
broaden their exposure to developments in their major field and related
disciplines. In addition, each student chooses an elective from a variety of
advanced courses. The academic program is enriched in informal ways by guest
speakers, departmental colloquia, and the special interests and expertise of
the ORNL staff. Administered by Denison University, the Oak Ridge Science
Semester is recognized by both ACM and GLCA.
Length of program: August to December
Enrollment: 20 students
Eligibility: Juniors and seniors in biology, chemistry, physics, geology,
mathematics, or social sciences
Course credit: 16 semester hours or the equivalent
Campus representative: Chris Fasano (cfasano@monm.edu)
For more information:
http://www.acm.edu/oakridge
ACM Studies in
Latin American Culture and Society: Costa Rica:
Studies in Latin American Culture and Society 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. Course work 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.
Length of program: Late August to December
Enrollment: 25 to 30 students
Eligibility: Juniors and seniors, with at least two years of college-level
Spanish or the equivalent
Course credit: 16 semester hours or the equivalent
Campus representative: Amy de Farias (adefarias@monm.edu)
For more information:
http://www.acm.edu/slacs/index.htm
ACM Tanzania: Studies in
Human Evolution and Ecology:
The Tanzania program offers undergraduates a unique opportunity to conduct
field work 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
Tarangire/Ngorongoro area before returning to the University for final work
on their projects. The program is both physically and academically
demanding.
Length of program: Late July to mid-December
Enrollment: 20 students
Eligibility: Juniors and seniors in good academic standing
Course credit: 16 semester hours or the equivalent
Campus representative: Ken Cramer (kenc@monm.edu)
For more information:
http://www.acm.edu/tanzania
ACM Costa Rica: Tropical Field
Research:
The Tropical Field Research Program 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, geography,
geology, history, political science, literature, fine arts, 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.
Length of program: Late January to May
Enrollment: 25 to 27 students
Eligibility: Juniors and seniors with prior course work in the discipline in
which they propose to do research, plus at least one year of college Spanish
(two years are strongly recommended)
Course credit: 16 semester hours or the equivalent
Campus representative: Amy de Farias (adefarias@monm.edu)
For more information:
http://www.acm.edu/tfr/
American College of Thessaloniki:
American College of Thessaloniki (ACT) is a private, nonprofit institution
fully accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges. ACT
offers a wide range of courses in business, computer science, mathematics,
English, fine arts, modern Greek, history, international relations,
philosophy, social sciences, psychology, science and physical education. All
courses are taught in English, except for instruction in modern Greek. While
no prior knowledge of modern Greek is required to apply, Monmouth College
students are expected to study modern Greek at ACT. ACT will assist Monmouth
College students in finding off-campus lodging.
Length of program: Fall or spring semester
Eligibility: Juniors and seniors in good academic standing
Course credit: ca. 16 semester hours
Campus representative: Simon Cordery (simon@monm.edu)
For more information: http://www.act.edu
American University in Paris:
The American University in Paris (AUP) is a small, private liberal arts
college which offers an American-based program with a strong international
perspective in the heart of Paris, France. Approximately 800 students from
85 countries study at AUP. Course offerings include: art history,
international business administration, English and comparative literature,
communications, computer science, drama, economics, French, gender studies,
German, Italian, mathematics, music, philosophy, political science, science,
and Spanish. While English is the language of instruction at AUP, French is
the language of the daily environment of both students and faculty. Students
with a strong proficiency in French can take part in AUP’s exchange program
with the Sorbonne. The school also has the means to aid students in locating
reasonable housing arrangements, which include a home-stay with a French
family, an independent room, or a studio apartment.
Length of program: Semester-long
Eligibility: Sophomores, juniors and seniors with proficiency in French
Course credit: 16 semester hours
Campus representative: Heather Brady (hbrady@monm.edu)
For more information: http://www.aup.fr
Augsburg College in Mexico and Central America:
Monmouth College participates in an arrangement with Augsburg College’s
nationally recognized Center for Global Education (founded 1982) to provide
study abroad experiences in Mexico and Central America. The program in
Mexico is based in Cuernavaca, “The City of Eternal Spring,” and the
different semester options provide planned, guided, academic travel to other
parts of Mexico, and/or to Guatemala, El Salvador, or Nicaragua. Programs
offered are for both the fall and the spring semesters. Each program is
theme-driven, and the themes may vary from year to year, but programs are
interdisciplinary and provide a thoughtful and highly effective way to
combine knowledge and further study of a language with academic work and
in-depth experiences in other disciplines, such as business administration,
communications, cultural studies, ecology, economics, education, history,
literature, philosophy, political science, religious studies, sociology, and
women’s studies. All programs include an orientation program, home stays and
opportunities for travel and for internships. These well-planned and
thoughtfully organized experiences offer Monmouth students the opportunity
to live the goals of a liberal arts education. The programs are open to
application from any junior or senior who has studied at least one semester
of college-level Spanish (SPAN 101), and is in good academic standing.
Length of program: Fall and spring semesters
Eligibility: Juniors and seniors in good academic standing with at least one
semester of college-level Spanish
Campus representative: Shigeko Mato (smato@monm.edu)
For more information:
http://www.augsburg.edu/global/latinamerica.html
Beloit
College Estonia/Morocco Program:
This fall semester program, offered only in even numbered years, is
sponsored by Beloit College and provides students specialized study in
cross-cultural psychology in two very diverse countries. The students first
travel to Tartu, Estonia where they take Estonian Language and
Culture, Contemporary Estonian Society, plus Cross-Cultural Psychology and
an Advanced Research Seminar in Psychology. Participants stay in Estonia for
eight weeks and live with host families. For the next eight weeks, the
students move to Fez, Morocco where they continue with their Psychology
courses as well as take Arabic Language and Culture and Moroccan Literature
and Arts. Participants live with Moroccan host families. All courses are
taught in English, with the exception of language classes. Applicants must
have completed a beginning course in psychology and preference is given to
students who have completed a course in statistics and a course in research
methods. Preference is also given to applicants with some proficiency in
Arabic, Estonian, French or Russian. Students who have no prior language
training are strongly encouraged to complete at least one course in a target
language before departure.
Length of program: Fall semester, even years only
Eligibility: Sophomores, juniors and seniors in good academic standing and
PSYC 101 or its equivalent
Campus representative: Petra Kuppinger (petra@monm.edu)
For more information:
http://www.beloit.edu/~oie/studyabroad/Estonia/
Beloit
College Senegal Program:
The West African country of Senegal offers students insight into both modern
and traditional Africa. The lively, cosmopolitan capital, Dakar, with its
bustling markets, complex music, Islamic traditions and dynamic political
life, has often been called the Paris of West Africa. Beloit College’s
semester-long Senegal Program offers students the opportunity to immerse
themselves in a French-speaking African country by living with a Senegalese
family and undertaking specialized study in Francophone culture and African
art and culture. In the fall semester, students take language and culture
courses with Senegalese instructors at the Baobab Center, a private school
located in Dakar. In the spring, participants may also choose from a variety
of more advanced courses in art, literature, religion, history or politics
at the Université Cheikh Anta Diop. Because all courses are taught in
French, applicants must have completed the equivalent of four semesters of
French language, in addition to one course with substantial content in
African Studies, before departure. Courses with substantial African Studies
content currently offered at Monmouth College include: FREN 252, 424 and
HIST 304G. The program is especially recommended for students with minors or
majors in French.
Length of program: September 10 to December 21 or January 3 to May 15
Enrollment: 10 students
Eligibility: Junior or senior standing plus four semesters of French
language
study or equivalent plus one African Studies course
Course credit: 16 semester hours or equivalent
Campus representative: Heather Brady (hbrady@monm.edu)
For more information:
http://www.beloit.edu/~oie/studyabroad/Senegal/
Central College
in Granada:
Monmouth College participates in an arrangement with Central College in a
program of study at the University of Granada (founded 1531), in Granada,
Spain. Granada is both an ancient and a very modern university city that
retains evidence of Phoenician, Greek, Roman, and especially Arab
civilizations. This latter culture left Granada’s most famous site, a
magnificent hill-top palace, the Alhambra. Classes are held at the
University’s Center for Modern Languages, where students from all over the
world (including Spanish students majoring in foreign languages) study
language, literature and translation. The program offers Monmouth College
students several different opportunities to study the Spanish language and
literature, as well as the possibility of studying business and economics,
art, geography, history, music and sociology, among other disciplines.
Monmouth students can choose either a fall quarter or spring semester
option. Students are placed at the appropriate level of language study by a
test administered by the University of Granada and by an evaluation by the
on-site Director of Central’s Granada program. Students are then offered
class options appropriate to their language ability from one of five
different levels of Spanish, and at the Superior level may study in a
variety of disciplines at the University. All courses are taught in Spanish
by Spanish professors at the University of Granada. The on-site Director is
a native of Spain and has taught in the United States. The Program has been
operated since 1968. It offers a strong orientation, home stays,
participation in community service programs, cultural activities in Granada
(flamenco dancing programs, dance lessons, excursions to the opera and to
museums) and educational excursions to other areas of Spain. The different
programs are open to any sophomore, junior or senior in good academic
standing at Monmouth. Although students who have never studied Spanish are
eligible, Monmouth recommends it especially for students who have passed
SPAN 101 and/or 102 or the equivalent.
Length of program: Fall quarter or spring semester options only
Eligibility: Juniors and seniors in good academic standing
Campus representative: Shigeko Mato (smato@monm.edu)
For more information:
http://www.central.edu/abroad/granada/
Ecole Normale Supérieure de Gestion et Commerce:
Ecole Normale Supérieure de Gestion et Commerce in Paris, France, one of the
largest and well-known groups of business schools in France, is located in
the heart of Paris in a charming residential neighborhood and offers a wide
number of international business courses taught in both French and English
at both the undergraduate and graduate level. All English-based courses are
taught by native English speakers who have earned both academic and
professional qualifications that allow them to guide students toward a
theoretically sound yet applicable course of study. Academic standards are
high and the social aspect is rich at ESGCI. All students are expected to
participate in the Student Associations. Numerous sports, organizations, and
clubs are available for the students’ enjoyment and leadership experience.
Students from over seventeen countries are represented in this program.
Housing can be arranged in school-owned apartments. The school also has the
means to aid students in locating reasonable housing arrangements.
Length of program: Fall quarter or spring semester options only
Eligibility: Juniors and seniors in good academic standing
Course credit: 16 semester hours
Campus representative: Kenneth McMillan (mcmillan@monm.edu)
For more information:
http://www.business-school-pgsm.com/business-school-group.html
International Student Exchange
Program:
Monmouth College is an institutional member of the International Student
Exchange Program (ISEP). ISEP is the world’s largest network for
international education, consisting of 230 member institutions in the United
States and more than thirty countries. Since 1979, ISEP has made it possible
for nearly 20,000 students to study in another country. Through ISEP,
students in all Monmouth College majors can study for a semester in
English-language countries like Australia, New Zealand, and the United
Kingdom. With appropriate language skills they can also study at
universities in France and Switzerland (French), Austria, Germany and
Switzerland (German), and Argentina, Chile, Costa Rica, and Mexico
(Spanish). Students studying in non-English language countries like
Bulgaria, Japan and Finland are required by Monmouth College to study the
local language.
Length of program: Fall or spring semester
Eligibility: Juniors and seniors in good academic standing
Campus representative: Heather Brady (hbrady@monm.edu)
For more information: http://www.isep.org/
Irish-American Scholars Program:
The Irish-American Scholars Program is sponsored by The United Methodist
Church, the Presbyterian Church (USA), and the Catholic Church in
cooperation with the Business Education Initiative in Northern Ireland, the
government of Northern Ireland, and Queens University, the University of
Ulster, and the Belfast Institute of Further and Higher Education. One goal
of the program is “to replace division with unity in a common goal of
international business success.” Graduates of the program are better
qualified to contribute in an international market place and to explore new
Northern Ireland/United States partnerships and commercial opportunities.
Length of program: Late August to December or late January to mid-May
Eligibility: Juniors and seniors with a GPA of 3.2
Campus representative: Thomas J. Sienkewicz (toms@monm.edu)
For more information:
http://www.apcu.net/irishamericanscholars.htm
Perth College (Scotland):
As one of Scotland’s leading colleges of further and higher education, Perth
College located in the heart of Scotland, provides an unique opportunity for
Monmouth students to pursue media studies in an international environment.
Students will have the opportunity to take courses like “Access to Creative
Art, Design and Media,” (an introduction to the world of art and design,
allowing students to explore their creative sides.), “Advertising and Public
Relations” (an overview of newspapers, radio, TV, and new media like the web
with an emphasis on oral and written communication, information and creative
technology, ready for work in advertising, public relations, media or
marketing), “Computing (Digital Media)” (provides introductory computer
skills necessary for formal qualification in digital media computing),
“Creative Art, Design and Media” (a multi-faceted and flexible course
providing a thorough grounding in art, design and media with an introduction
to the latest media technology and software, real-life projects and an
opportunity for a foreign study trip), and “Creative Industries: Television”
(provides learning in a “real-world” environment, with a large television
studio and audio, video and digital post production facilities on-site and
using industry standard equipment, including HD filming and recording).
Perth College is one of Scotland’s Centres of Excellence for Education in
television programme making. Students work on productions with major
organizations such as BBC Scotland, STV, UEFA, NHS Scotland and Scottish
Enterprise. Includes a homestay with a Scottish family.
Length of program: Late August to December or late January to mid-May
Eligibility: Media and Music students
Campus representative: William Wallace (billw@monm.edu)
For more information:
http://www.perth.ac.uk/International/international_index.htm
Umea University:
Umea University is a large, modern university located in northern Sweden. A
revolving list of courses are taught in English, and students should check
the Umea website for course availability. Umea hosts many international
students, and maintains an international focus in its courses as well. While
students can find courses to support every Monmouth College major, Umea
University is known particularly for its international business program,
molecular biology, behavioral science, economics and environmental studies,
computer science, and sports administration, including sports medicine.
Students will live in on-campus dormitories, in a single room with a shared
kitchen. Umea University has several programs to assist international
students; for example Umea offers a free intensive Swedish class, an
International Housing Office, a health clinic on campus, and a mentoring
program to smooth the transition to study in Sweden. Those students
interested in the International Business courses should be juniors or
seniors at Monmouth.
Length of program: Fall or spring semester
Eligibility: Juniors and seniors in good academic standing
Campus representative: Stacy Cordery (stacy@monm.edu)
For more information: http://www.umu.se/umu/index_eng.html
Washington Semester:
Students who have demonstrated exceptional academic ability are selected as
candidates for this program at American University in Washington, D.C. The
Washington Semester program is designed to bring superior students into
contact with source materials and government institutions in the nation’s
capital. In addition to regular study and a research project, students
participate in the Washington Semester Seminar, a course consisting of a
series of informal meetings with members of Congress and government
officials.
Length of program: Fall or spring semester (16 weeks)
Eligibility: Juniors and seniors in good academic standing
Course credit: 16 hours
Campus representative: Farhat Haq (Farhat@monm.edu)
For more information: http://washingtonsemester.com/