Study Abroad at Saginaw Valley State University - Viewbook 2019-20

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STUDY ABROAD Saginaw Valley State University • svsu.edu/studyabroad

Office of International and Advanced Studies

svsu.edu/studyabroad

CONTENTS OFFICE OF INTERNATIONAL & ADVANCED STUDIES 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.

The Study Abroad Office 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 Study Abroad Office strongly believes that studying abroad is a profound educational experience that should be accessible to all. We work to support and encourage all students to study abroad.

Visit svsu.edu/studyabroad and select the “Programs” button in the right hand corner to begin your study abroad search.

Contact Us

Safety Abroad Student health, safety, and security are the Study Abroad Office’s highest priority. Study Abroad 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.

Study Abroad Office Wickes 230 E-mail: studyabroad@svsu.edu Phone: 989.964.7337 Fax: 989.964.6066 Web: svsu.edu/studyabroad

Application Deadlines

Study Abroad Hours

Affiliates/Partnerships Winter 2020 Spring/Summer 2020 Fall 2020 Academic Year 2020/21

Monday-Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Appointments recommended

Deadline October 15 February 15 April 1 April 1

Faculty-Led Deadline Winter 2020 October 15 Spring/Summer 2020 December 15

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CONTENTS CONTENTS

Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Words of Wisdom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Academics Abroad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Funding Study Abroad . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Program Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Application Deadlines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Study Abroad 101 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 SVSU Study Abroad Programs: • Africa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 • 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 International and Advanced Studies Wickes 230

Fall Study Abroad Fair September 12, 2019 • 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Gilbertson Hall 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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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.

Saginaw Valley State University • svsu.edu/studyabroad

• 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.

The Study Abroad Office 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 one 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 Jeralyn Glod

Sophomore, BSN – Nursing China, Spring 2019: Faculty-Led “Study abroad allowed me to learn about my future career, but also about myself. I was able to grow as a person as I took on a culture, a language and a region I had never experienced before. I grew team building skills with a group of students I had never met before and communication skills even with a language barrier in the way. The biggest aspect of personal growth I noticed was the way I was able to maintain professionalism even in an environment I was uncomfortable in at first.”

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Elizabeth Kennedy

Sophomore, BA – Professional & Technical Writing Ireland, Spring Break 2019 Study Abroad 101 “My program allowed me the ability to experience a new country in an enjoyable and immersive way. I was encouraged to not only enjoy the country, but also learn its customs, culture, and history. It surprised me how similar other countries are to my own and made me more comfortable with the idea of exploring new places and communicating with new people.”

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

Maria Raab

Junior, BA – Spanish Costa Rica, Summer 2018: ISA “I learned a lot about Costa Rican culture and more about the colloquial language used there. I was even able adjust my hearing for the Costa Rican accent. The benefits of studying abroad are endless. I was able to actually use Spanish every day and I was able to figure out situations and travel with confidence.”

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Junior, BS – Biochemistry Multi-Country Europe Winter Break 2019: CISabroad “I believe there are many benefits to studying abroad.

The most important, in my opinion, is to see the world outside of the US. I think here in the US we tend to view ourselves as superior to other countries, which is not necessarily true, and I think studying abroad can open our eyes to that. From this trip, I believe I grew both personally and professionally. The trip pushed me out of my comfort zone and caused me to grow as a person. I am now better at meeting and interacting in a professional manner with a group of strangers.”

WORDS OF James Connolly

Senior, BA – Criminal Justice Taiwan, Winter 2018: Ming Chuan University “After studying in Taiwan, I feel more knowledgeable about Asian culture, history and society. I would have never experienced that without going abroad. Personally, I think everyone should study abroad because it opens your mind and bridges cultures which makes you a more tolerant person.

Also, being in a foreign country and rarely talking to other Americans makes you more aware of your own values.”

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Hailey Weaver

Senior, BA – Graphic Design Spain, Yearlong 20182019: University of Salamanca “Studying abroad for my second time in Spain was the best decision I could have made! I am so glad I chose the University of Salamanca program because it was so cheap and I learned a TON. I loved all my teachers. I arrived speaking almost no Spanish and even though my teachers didn’t speak English, I somehow managed to understand and learn. They were always so helpful and supportive. I would love to go back to the university in the future to continue learning the language!”

WISDOM Grace Berens

Junior, BS – Public Health Nepal, Winter Break 2019: Faculty-Led “This was my first time being outside of the United States and it was the first time I had travelled without my family, so I was pretty stinking nervous about it, but I wasn’t going to let that stop me. I loved it and I know at some point I will want to go back! I would encourage students who are looking into study abroad to be willing to go somewhere totally different than what they were originally thinking. The anticipation of going somewhere that not many people would consider when they think of a study abroad experience made it that much better.“ Saginaw Valley State University • svsu.edu/studyabroad

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ACADEMICS ABROAD The Study Abroad Office 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

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 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.

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 International and Advanced Studies 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 $500 per person

All semesters.

Study Abroad Experience Award

Up to $1,500 (50 awards)

All semesters.

2.5 GPA 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 one 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 2020 Spring/Summer 2020 Fall 2020 Academic Year 2020/21

Deadline October 15 February 15 April 1 April 1

Faculty-Led Deadline Winter 2020 October 15 Spring/Summer 2020 December 15

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STUDY ABROAD 101

New to study abroad?

The study abroad 101 programs were developed for students who have never left the country before and are looking for a glimpse of what it would be like to study abroad.

These programs teach students the basics of international travel. A representative from the Study Abroad Office is present to support program participants from the time they check in for their international flight to the time they collect their luggage back in the U.S. Students have support moving through immigration and customs, navigating a foreign city, and immersing themselves in a new culture.

The Study Abroad 101 programs are non-credit, which keeps cost low.

Students who complete one of these programs receive a $500 scholarship to study abroad a second time. Gain the confidence in yourself to travel the world!

2020 PROGRAMS Guanajuato, Mexico

Winter Break 2020 Spend winter b Spend winter break in 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!

Pura Vida Costa Rica Spring 2020 Spend winter b

Expect to get your hands (and feet, and clothes) dirty as you board canal boats, kayaks, rafts and zip-lines to get an up-close and personal look at the ever-changing landscapes and unparalleled Costa Rican animal and plant life.

Before long, you’ll learn the Pura Vida way: by enjoying each day to the fullest!

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AFRICA

SVSU Programs • ZAMBIA

ZAMBIA

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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ZAMBIA Nursing & Health Science LIVINGSTONE Program Type

When can I go?

Housing

Language of Instruction

SVSU Faculty-Led

Summer

Hotel

English

Courses Offered

NURS 470/680: International Healthcare (3 credit/1 credit) HS 490: International Healthcare (3 credits)

Program Highlights

• A cross disciplinary educational experience adapted for the Zambian environment where students function as a team rather than individual professional specialists • Experience the rich culture of Zambia and it’s people through visiting rural and urban health care providers • Increase cultural competence in caring for diverse populations and strengthen confidence in clinical settings • Excursions to local markets, restaurants, Zambia’s Victoria Falls and a jungle safari

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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 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 TAIWAN

SVSU Programs • AUSTRALIA • CHINA • 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.

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AUSTRALIA

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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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JAPAN

Kansai Gaidai University HIRAKATA

Program Type

When can I go?

Housing

Language of Instruction

SVSU Partnership

Winter, Fall, Academic Year

On-campus dormitory

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

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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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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 a tuition waiver 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

HISTORY

DAEGU & SEOUL Program Type

When can I go?

Housing

Language of Instruction

SVSU Faculty-Led

Spring

On-campus dormitory and hotels

English

Courses Offered

HIST 110!: Themes in the Modern World (3 credits)

Program Highlights

• Learn about East Asian and Cold War History and modern international politics concerning North and South Korea • Participate in a conference with students from Sogang University in Seoul and interact with local students to learn about their lives and world views • Tour the Korea War Memorial, DMZ (Demilitarized Zone), Royal Palaces and the Confucian Shrine of Ancient Korea • Spend a night at a Buddhist Temple with monks and teach English to young children of North Korean Defector background

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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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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

IRELAND

NETHERLANDS BELGIUM GERMANY

SVSU Programs • BELGIUM • FRANCE • GERMANY • IRELAND • ITALY • NETHERLANDS • SPAIN • UNITED KINGDOM

FRANCE ITALY

SPAIN

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.

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BELGIUM

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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 in the EU (3 credits) ACCT/FIN/LAW 342: Analytics in the EU (3 credits) ECON 342: Analytics in the EU (3 credits)

Program Highlights

• Learn about France’s culture and business practices, specifically the consumer culture and the use of Analytics in the several industries 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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GERMANY

Political Science BERLIN, DRESDEN, MUNICH, PARIS When can I go?

Housing

Language of Instruction

SVSU Faculty-led

Spring

Hotels

English

Courses Offered

PS 390 War: What is it good for? (3 credits)

Program Highlights

• Tour sites that show the history and the politics of World War 2, including historic Berlin, Dresden, concentration camps, Nuremberg, Munich, Hitler’s “Eagle Nest” and Normandy Beach • Experience the culture of cosmopolitan Berlin and Paris, along with the beauty of Southern Bavaria and rural France. Two free days to explore Paris and time in Munich and Berlin to make your own explorations • This trip is ideal for students interested in the law, but will also be interesting for anyone who has read about the Holocaust, WW2, the Berlin Wall and would like to better understand the politics behind these events

IRELAND

Program Type

Maynooth University MAYNOOTH

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Program Type

When can I go?

Housing

Language of Instruction

SVSU Affiliate

Winter, Fall, Academic Year

On-campus dormitory

English

Courses Offered

Biology, Business, Communication, Chemistry, Computer Science, Design, Education, Engineering, Foreign Language, Geography, Law, Literature, Mathematics, Philosophy, Physics, Psycholgy, Sociology

Program Highlights

• Attend Maynooth University as an International student and study in the fastest growing university with over 11,000 students from over 90 countries • Campus with both historic eighteenth century buildings and state-of-the-art research and teaching facilities situated adjacent to Ireland’s Silicon Valley; the university maintains strong links with Intel, HP, Google and over 50 other giants of industry • Maynooth Univrsity is situated hust 25 kilometres west of Dublin city centre and well serviced by bus and rail routes

SPAIN 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

English & Spanish

Courses Offered

Spanish, Business

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

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Teacher Education REGGIO EMILIA & ROME Program Type

When can I go?

Housing

Language of Instruction

SVSU Faculty-led

Spring

Hotel

English

Courses Offered

TE 490/590: Approaches in Italian Curricula (1 credit)

Program Highlights

• Gain an understanding of educational foundations in Montessori and Reggio Emilia methods, as well as curriculum in other municipalities • Compare and contrast the educational systems & curricula within Italy and the United States • Develop authentic, instructional curricular units for use in your classrooms

Nursing AMSTERDAM Program Type

When can I go?

Housing

Language of Instruction

SVSU Faculty-Led

Spring Break

Hotel

English

Courses Offered

NURS 490/680: Nursing in the Netherlands (2 credits)

Program Highlights

• Understand and appreciate health from an international perspective by stepping outside the constraints of your own culture and into the Netherlands, a leader in end-of-life and palliative care • Spend a week in the Netherlands examining healthcare, nursing practices, and nursing education by visiting hospitals, clinics, nursing schools, and governmental organizations • Cultural experiences include The Hague, Boerhaave Museum, Rijksmuseum, and more

Teacher Education EDINBURGH Program Type

When can I go?

Housing

Language of Instruction

SVSU Faculty-led

Spring Break

Hotel

English

Courses Offered

TE 509: Special Topics in Education (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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WAIT! DON’T SEE IT? 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.

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LATIN AMERICA & THE CARIBBEAN MEXICO CAYMAN ISLANDS

SVSU Programs • ARGENTINA • CAYMAN ISLANDS • CHILE • MEXICO

CHILE

ARGENTINA

Can’t find an SVSU program that fits your needs?

SVSU students who would like to study abroad in Latin America & the Caribbean 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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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 • 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

CHILE

Program Highlights

Viña del Mar University VIÑA DEL MAR

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Program Type

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

Biology

CAYMAN ISLANDS Program Type

When can I go?

Housing

Language of Instruction

SVSU Faculty-Led

Spring

Research Institute

English

Courses Offered

BIOL 105B: Environmental Dynamics (4 credits) BIOL 390: Special Topics in Biology (4 credits)

Program Highlights

• Get scuba certified and dive to investigate coral reef ecology • Be part of coral research and conservation, the impact which will be long-lasting • Earn both general education and upper level biology credit in a tropical paradise

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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 Ireland: Maynooth

Argentina: UADE Belgium: Vesalius France: Lille Ireland: Maynooth Japan: Kansai Gaidai South Korea: Daegu Taiwan: Ming Chuan Taiwan: Shih Hsin

Australia: USC France: Lille Japan: Kansai Gaidai

Alternative Energy Australia: USC France: Lille

Art Australia: USC 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 Chuan Taiwan: Shih Hsin

Biology Australia: USC Cayman Islands: Faculty-Led Ireland: Maynooth University UK: Edge Hill

Business (General) Argentina: UADE Australia: USC Belgium: Vesalius France: Lille France: Faculty-Led Japan: JCMU Japan: Kansai Gaidai Ireland: Maynooth South Korea: Kyung Hee Taiwan: Shih Hsin Taiwan: Ming Chuan UK: Edge Hill

Chemistry Australia: USC Ireland: Maynooth University

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Computer Information Systems Ireland: Maynooth University Taiwan: MIng Chuan University UK: Edge Hill

Criminal Justice Australia: USC France: Lille Ireland: Maynooth University Japan: JCMU Japan: Kansai Gaidai UK: Edge Hill

Economics Argentina: UADE Australia: USC France: Lille France: Faculty-led Ireland: Maynooth University Japan: Kansai Gaidai South Korea: Kyung Hee UK: Edge Hill

Electrical Engineering Argentina: UADE Ireland: Maynooth University

Education Ireland: Maynooth University Italy: Faculty-Led Scotland: Faculty-Led UK: Edge Hill

English Australia: USC Japan: Kansai Gaidai South Korea: Daegu Taiwan: Ming Chuan Taiwan: Shih Hsin UK: Edge Hill

Finance Australia: USC France: Faculty-Led Ireland: Maynooth Japan: Kansai Gaidai

International Business Australia: USC France: Lille France: Faculty-Led Ireland: Maynooth Japan: Kansai Gaidai Taiwan: Ming Chuan Taiwan: Shih Hsin UK: Edge Hill

International Studies

French France: Lille Ireland: Maynooth

Gender Studies Japan: Kansai Gaidai

Geography Australia: USC Ireland: Maynooth Japan: JCMU Japan: Kansai Gaidai UK: Edge Hill

Argentina: UADE Australia: USC Belgium: Vesalius France: Lille Japan: Kansai Gaidai Japan: Shikoku South Korea: Daegu South Korea: Kyung Hee Taiwan: Ming Chuan Taiwan: Shih Hsin UK: Edge Hill

Japanese

Argentina: UADE Australia: USC

Australia: USC Japan: JCMU Japan: Kansai Gaidai Japan: Shikoku

Health Science

Kinesiology

Australia: USC France: Lille Japan: JCMU Zambia: Faculty-Led

Legal Studies

Graphic Design

History Australia: USC France: Lille Ireland: Maynooth Japan: JCMU Japan: Kansai Gaidai South Korea: Faculty-Led South Korea: Kyung Hee UK: Edge Hill

Australia: USC UK: Edge Hill

Argentina: UADE Australia: USC Belgium: Vesalius France: Lille France: Faculty-Led Ireland: Maynooth South Korea: Kyung Hee UK: Edge Hill

Literature Ireland: Maynooth Japan: Kansai Gaidai South Korea: Daegu Taiwan: Shih Hsin UK: Edge Hill

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Management

Physics

SVSU Graduate Programs

Australia: USC France: Lille France: Faculty-Led Ireland: Maynooth Japan: Kansai Gaidai Taiwan: Shih Hsin UK: Edge Hill

Australia: USC Ireland: Maynooth

China: Faculty-Led France: Lille Italy: Faculty-Led Netherlands: Faculty-Led Scotland: Faculty-Led

Marketing Argentina: UADE Australia: USC France: Faculty-led Ireland: Maynooth Japan: Kansai Gaidai South Korea: Kyung Hee Taiwan: Shih Hsin UK: Edge Hill

Mathematics Australia: USC Ireland: Maynooth UK: Edge Hill

Mechanical Engineering

Political Science Australia: USC Belgium: Vesalius France: Lille Germany & France: Faculty-Led Japan: Kansai Gaidai South Korea: Kyung Hee

Professional & Technical Writing UK: Edge Hill

Psychology Argentina: UADE Australia: USC Japan: Kansai Gaidai Ireland: Maynooth UK: Edge Hill

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.

Social Work Australia: USC

Australia: USC

Modern Foreign Languages

Sociology

Australia: USC Ireland: Maynooth South Korea: Daegu South Korea: Kyung Hee Taiwan: Shih Hsin

Argentina: UADE Australia: USC Ireland: Maynooth Japan: Kansai Gaidai Senegal: Faculty-Led South Korea: Kyung Hee

Music

Spanish

Ireland: Maynooth UK: Edge Hill

Nursing China: Faculty-Led Netherlands: Faculty-Led Zambia: Faculty-Led

Philosophy Ireland: Maynooth Japan: JCMU Japan: Kansai Gaidai South Korea: Daegu

Argentina: UADE Chile: Universidad Viña del Mar Ireland: Maynooth University 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)

• Knowledge Exchange Institute (KEI) keiabroad.org

apistudyabroad.com

• Semester at Sea • Athena Study Abroad

semesteratsea.org

athenaabroad.com

• USAC • Atlantis

usac.unr.edu

atlantisglobal.org

• Broadreach gobroadreach.com

• CAPA capa.org

Additional Program Options Can Be Researched by Using the Following Search Engines: • Go Abroad: goabroad.com • IIE Passport: iiepassport.org

• Center for International Studies (CIS)

• Study Abroad: studyabroad.com

cisabroad.com

• 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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CONTENTS PHOTO CREDITS Jaeleen David, SVSU student (Cover) Jacob Teter, USAC student Pg. 1-2 Chensi Wang, SVSU student Pg. 3 SVSU student Pg. 4 Jeralyn Glod SVSU student, Pg. 5 Elizabeth Kennedy, SVSU student Pg. 6 James Connolly, SVSU student Pg. 6 SVSU student Pg. 9 Sirissa Koebke, SVSU student Pg. 10 Athena Student Pg. 15 Alanna Barsen, SVSU student Pg. 10 Chelsea Ardelean, SVSU student Pg. 12 Chelsea Ardelean, SVSU student Pg. 12

Jennifer Keithly, SVSU student Pg. 12 AShley Sams, USAC student Pg. 13 Haley Moore, SVSU student Pg. 15 Haley Moore, SVSU student Pg. 15 Hannah VanDongen, SVSU student Pg. 15 Bethany Converse, SVSU student Pg. 16 Bethany Converse, SVSU student Pg. 16 Aileen Ash, SVSU staff Pg. 19 Aileen Ash, SVSU staff Pg. 20 Athena Student, Pg. 21 Alissa Rutkowski, SVSU student Pg. 24 Jillian Stenzel, USAC student Pg. 26

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Hailey Weaver, SVSU student Pg. 26 Aubrey Routowicz, SVSU student Pg. 31 Kelsey Ulfig, SVSU student Pg. 32 Jacob Zona, SVSU Student Pg. 32 Grace Ingison, SVSU student Pg. 33 Aileen Ash, Pg. 33 Jessica Munger, USAC student Pg. 35 Rebekah Drogowski, SVSU student Pg. 36 Shelby Weeks, SVSU student Pg. 36 Makala Sutherland, SVSU student Pg. 37-38 Abrie Parish, USAC student Pg. 40 Abrie Parish, USAC student (Back Cover)

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CONTACT US! Study Abroad Office of International and Advanced Studies 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 (7 Days To 3 Weeks) SVSU faculty-led programs typically range from 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.

THAILAND

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 International and Advanced Studies. 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 Study Abroad website for updated program information. Saginaw Valley State University • 2015 - 2016