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<b>CONTENTS</b><br>
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<b>Next Week's GEO Events</b><br>
* Institute for Central American Development Studies (ICADS) Info
Session<br>
* New York Institute of Architecture & Urban Studies Presentation<br>
* Dining Commons Info Table: IFSA-Butler & Lexia International<br>
* Spring Break - GEO is still open!<br>
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<b>Upcoming Deadlines</b><br>
* Hampshire Semester Exchange Programs Application Deadline<br>
* Application Deadline for Two Short-Term Field Courses<br>
* Enrollment Notification Deadline<br>
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<b>Summer Opportunities for Going Abroad</b><br>
* Summer Study Abroad Programs for Art & Design in London<br>
* Environment, Development and Culture in Mexico<br>
* An Exploration of Rehabilitation in South Africa and the U.S.<br>
* Themes from the Diasporic African Music Cultures in Ghana<br>
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<b>Semester Opportunities for Going Abroad</b><br>
* Biodiversity and Conservation in Equatorial Guinea<br>
<b><br>
Fellowships and Scholarships</b><br>
* Full-Tuition Scholarships for Studying in Siena, Italy (Fall 2008)<br>
* Gilman International Scholarship Program<br>
* Hampshire's Div III Global Migrations Grant<br>
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<b><br>
NEXT WEEK'S GEO EVENTS</b><br>
Check for more upcoming events at
<a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="http://www.hampshire.edu/cms/index.php?id=9087">http://www.hampshire.edu/cms/index.php?id=9087</a><br>
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<b>TODAY!<br>
Institute for Central American Development Studies (ICADS) Info Session<br>
Friday, March 7 @ noon - pizza provided<br>
FPH 108<br>
</b>Study in Costa Rica & Nicaragua with ICADS, a Hampshire
Semester Exchange Program! This program takes students to Costa Rica
& Nicaragua to do field research, internships, and more. Come hear
from students who have already studied through ICADS, and find out what
possibilities there are for you to study with ICADS, too!<br>
<b><br>
New York Institute of Architecture & Urban Studies Presentation<br>
Monday, March 10 @ 11am-noon<br>
EDH Room 3</b><br>
Also @ Amherst College, Fayerweather Room 113 @ 5pm<br>
Study for a semester at the Institute for Architecture & Urban
Planning in NYC through Hampshire Semester Exchange! Through this
program, students propose & develop an individualized project
focused on architectural design or urban studies. Interested? Come to
one of these two talks given by a representative from the institute!<br>
Website: <a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="http://www.hampshire.edu/cms/index.php?id=11325">http://www.hampshire.edu/cms/index.php?id=11325</a><b><br>
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<b>Dining Commons Info Table: IFSA-Butler & Lexia International<br>
Thursday, March 13 @ 11:30am-1pm</b><br>
<b>> Institute for Study Abroad (IFSA)-Butler</b> - (Affiliated with
Butler University.) IFSA-Butler programs are located at high quality
universities around the world, some of which are among the most
prestigious in the world. Their philosophy of study abroad includes as
much immersion as possible into the host university culture. Students
fully enroll in their host universities alongside degree-seeking
students, so the classes they take are regularly scheduled degree
courses with university professors. All coursework in IFSA-Butler's
Latin America and Spain programs is in Spanish. Students are entitled
to join any university organization or society and are even eligible
for university sports teams in most cases. Internship placement
opportunities are available in programs in English-speaking countries,
and volunteer work is available in many Spanish-speaking program
locations. Along with semester-length opportunities, IFSA-Butler also
offers summer program opportunities. IFSA-Butler also offers some
scholarships for their programs, along with some resources for finding
outside financial aid.<br>
Website: <a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="http://www.ifsa-butler.org">http://www.ifsa-butler.org</a><br>
<b>> Lexia International</b> - Lexia's programs, all of which are
located in dynamic urban centers, emphasize student engagement in
active, reflective learning, small, individualized classes,
affiliations with local academic institutions, a dedicated, on-site
resident director and staff, individualized, personal advising, and an
independent academic research project. Lexia's academic programs
encompass a variety of subjects, and can include Latin American Studies
in Buenos Aires, Argentina; Minority Studies in Budapest, Hungary and
Cluj-Napoca, Romania; Visual Culture or Architecture/Pre-Architecture
in Berlin, Germany; Film Studies in Paris, France; and many more! Many
programs offer volunteer work or internship opportunities. Summer
programs also available. Lexia offers a limited amount of scholarships
and work-study for participants on their programs.<br>
Website: <a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="http://www.lexiaintl.org">http://www.lexiaintl.org</a><br>
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<b>Spring Break<br>
March 15-23</b><br>
Yes, GEO is open over Spring Break! If you're on campus, you can set
up an advising meeting about studying abroad, utilize our resource
library, stop by to ask questions, etc. Drop by our office during open
hours, or call or email us: x5542 or <a class="moz-txt-link-abbreviated" href="mailto:geo@hampshire.edu">geo@hampshire.edu</a><br>
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<b><br>
UPCOMING DEADLINES</b><br>
<b><br>
Wednesday, March 12<br>
Hampshire Semester Exchange Programs Application Deadline</b><br>
For a list of these programs and more info, see:<br>
<a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="http://www.hampshire.edu/cms/index.php?id=213">http://www.hampshire.edu/cms/index.php?id=213</a><br>
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<b>Friday, March 14<br>
Application Deadline for Two Short-Term Field Courses:</b><br>
* May Field Course in Ireland: "Where Three Streams Meet: Exploring
Celtic Spirituality"<br>
<a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="http://www.hampshire.edu/cms/index.php?id=11235">http://www.hampshire.edu/cms/index.php?id=11235</a><br>
* Hampshire's Intensive Summer Chinese Program in Hefei, China<br>
<a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="http://www.hampshire.edu/cms/index.php?id=215">http://www.hampshire.edu/cms/index.php?id=215</a><br>
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<b>Friday, April 18<br>
Enrollment Notification Deadline</b><br>
For students studying off-campus (in the U.S. or abroad) next semester
(fall 2008). If you're studying on a program that is NOT a Hampshire
Exchange Program, pick up your paperwork in CASA (Advising Office) as
soon as possible, because there's lot's to do before the deadline!<br>
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<b>SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES FOR GOING ABROAD</b><br>
Here are some opportunities GEO staff have recently heard about.
Unless specified, they are NOT Hampshire-sponsored programs, and so
Hampshire does not offer financial aid for participating.<br>
<b><br>
Summer Study Abroad Programs for Art & Design in London</b><br>
8 three-week summer study abroad programs at world-renowned Central
Saint Martins College of Art and Design in London, including acting,
ceramics, graphic design, and more! See their website for details
(download the 2008/09 program brochure for summer & semester
opportunities).<br>
Application Deadline: no deadline<br>
Website: <a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="http://www.arts.ac.uk/studyabroad">http://www.arts.ac.uk/studyabroad</a><br>
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<b>Environment, Development and Culture in Mexico</b><br>
(May 12-July 8) This University of Iowa summer program is designed to
give students valuable insights into Mexican culture, environment,
politics and the problematic of development in the Mexican state of
Oaxaca. While analyzing the problems facing this area, students meet
with non-governmental organizations (NGOs) including ecological,
indigenous peoples and women's organizations in order to gain insights
into the rhythm of community life and develop an appreciation and
respect for the viewpoints of these peoples. Students should have
completed at least one year of college-level Spanish.<br>
Application Deadline: March 15, 2008<br>
Website: <a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="http://international.uiowa.edu/study-abroad">http://international.uiowa.edu/study-abroad</a><br>
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<b>An Exploration of Rehabilitation in South Africa and the U.S.</b><br>
(May 11-25) Undergraduate and graduate students from all fields are
invited to participate in this course taught by University of
Mississippi faculty member Dr. Carolyn Higdon. On this program, you’ll
travel in the Eastern Cape region of South Africa to see first-hand the
health and rehabilitation system in action. Opportunities will arise to
both interact with children and adults acquiring services, as well as
professionals on the ground. You’ll also have the chance to see the
amazing landscapes and diverse animals of South Africa. Your focus will
be on learning about health rehabilitation and education in South
Africa so that you can undertake a related research project. You’ll
also be encouraged to compare the US system to what you learn about
South Africa during your travels. <br>
Application Deadline: April 3<br>
Website:
<a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="http://www.outreach.olemiss.edu/study_abroad/programs/short-term/sacsd_sum08.html">http://www.outreach.olemiss.edu/study_abroad/programs/short-term/sacsd_sum08.html</a>
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Themes from the Diasporic African Music Cultures in Ghana</b><br>
(May 27 - June 24) Undergraduate and graduate students from all fields
are invited to participate in this course taught by University of
Mississippi ethnomusicologist and native Ghanaian Dr. George Dor.
Travel throughout Ghana to discover the African influence on selected
music traditions while touring symbolic and historical sites in Ghana.
Experience Ghana’s diverse expressive cultural forms, social life, and
other landscapes that link the continent of Africa to descendants of
Africa around the world. You’ll get an opportunity to practice African
dancing and drumming hands on with experts in various regions of the
country. The performance experience will be combined with course
readings and site visits to learn the history that creates this music.
Students will earn UM credit in either Music or African-American
Studies.<br>
Application Deadline: April 3<br>
Website:
<a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="http://www.outreach.olemiss.edu/study_abroad/programs/short-term/ghana_sum08.html">http://www.outreach.olemiss.edu/study_abroad/programs/short-term/ghana_sum08.html</a>
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<b>SEMESTER OPPORTUNITIES FOR GOING ABROAD</b><br>
Here are some opportunities GEO staff have recently heard about.
Unless specified, they are NOT Hampshire-sponsored programs, so if you
are interested in participating, you will have to go on Field Study.
(Contact GEO or visit our website for details about Field Study:
<a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="http://www.hampshire.edu/cms/index.php?id=213">http://www.hampshire.edu/cms/index.php?id=213</a>)<br>
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<b>Biodiversity and Conservation in Equatorial Guinea</b><br>
The program, run by Drexel University, takes place on the island of
Bioko, part of the Spanish-speaking central African country of
Equatorial Guinea. The format of the program includes individual field
research projects at the Moka Wildlife Center in the Southern Highlands
of Bioko, coursework at National University of Equatorial Guinea in the
capital city of Malabo, and additional fieldwork in the tropical
forests, mountains, lakes and beaches of Bioko Island. Due to the
nature of the program spaces are limited to 8 participants per term. <br>
Application Deadline: May 15, 2008<br>
NOTE: Hampshire students wanting to participate should complete
Hampshire's Enrollment Notification process before April 18, which is
before this application deadline!<br>
Website: <a class="moz-txt-link-abbreviated" href="http://www.drexel.edu/studyabroad">www.drexel.edu/studyabroad</a><br>
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FELLOWSHIPS & SCHOLARSHIPS<br>
<br>
Full-Tuition Scholarships for Studying in Siena, Italy (Fall 2008)</b><br>
The Siena School for the Liberal Arts in Siena, Italy is offering
full-tuition scholarships for outstanding students interested in
studying abroad in Italy during the Fall 2008 semester. They are
looking for students who are high academic achievers and who will
really benefit from participating in an intensive program that immerses
them in the Siena community and encourages them to think and create in
a vibrant, multi-disciplinary context. Each scholarship will cover full
tuition and program costs (approx. $12,400). Scholarship recipients are
responsible for costs associated with room and board with an Italian
family (about $5,100) as well as airfare. <br>
Application Deadline: March 15, 2008<br>
Website: http//www.sienaschool.com<br>
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<b>Gilman International Scholarship Program</b><br>
If you're receiving a federal Pell grant as part of your financial aid
package, you're eligible to apply for a Gilman scholarship for studying
abroad! A $3000 Critical Need Language Supplement is also available to
students studying a critical need language. See website for details.<br>
Application Deadline for F'08: April 15, 2008<br>
Website: <a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="http://www.iie.org/programs/gilman/index.html">http://www.iie.org/programs/gilman/index.html</a><br>
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<b>Hampshire's Div III Global Migrations Grant</b><br>
The Global Migrations Program at Hampshire will award small grants of
up to $500 to support Div III projects that focus on migration across
national and/or cultural boundaries and the local conflicts over
identity, belonging, and citizenship to which such movements of persons
give rise. Students from all schools of thought who are BEGINNING
their Div III in Spring 2008 (and intend to graduate in Dec. 2008) are
eligible to apply. Please visit their website for contact Kimberly
Chang (x5668 or <a class="moz-txt-link-abbreviated" href="mailto:kchang@hampshire.edu">kchang@hampshire.edu</a>) for details about this
scholarship and about the Global Migrations program.<br>
Application Deadline: March 28, 2008<br>
Website: <a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="http://globalmigrations.hampshire.edu">http://globalmigrations.hampshire.edu</a><br>
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<b><br>
QUESTIONS? SUGGESTIONS?<br>
</b><br>
For questions/suggestions regarding this list, or to schedule an
appointment to discuss going abroad, please contact the Global
Education Office secretary, Rose Hansen, at x5542 or
<a class="moz-txt-link-abbreviated" href="mailto:brhGEO@hampshire.edu">brhGEO@hampshire.edu</a>. <br>
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DISCLAIMER: Opportunities and programs listed on this listserv are not
endorsed by our office. It is a list of opportunities that have come
our way that look particularly interesting or that might be good fit
for some Hampshire students. Just because a program is listed here
does necessarily mean it is any more academically rigorous, any higher
quality, or has any better reputation than any programs that are not
listed.<br>
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B. Rose Hansen
Administrative Secretary
Global Education Office
Hampshire College
Amherst, MA 01002
Phone: (413) 559-5542
Fax: (413) 559-6173
Office Hours: Monday through Friday
8:30am-noon, 1-4:30pm
Merrill Student Life Center, 1st floor
<a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="http://geo.hampshire.edu">http://geo.hampshire.edu</a>
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