Greece – Culture and History (Closed)
Athens, Greece
Dates
- Summer 1 Semester - May 22 - June 24, 2012
- Summer 2 Semester - July 3 - August 5, 2012
Application Deadline
- Summer 1 Semester - November 18, 2011
- Summer 2 Semester - November 18, 2011
Description
Information Session: Friday, October 28, 12 pm, 135 Shillman Hall
Group Leader: Prof. Richard A. Katula (r.katula@neu.edu)
Course Description: The purposes of this Dialogue are twofold. The first purpose is to familiarize students with the history and culture of Greece from ancient times to the present. Students will learn from Greek scholars about issues facing modern Greece such as the economic collapse, immigration, human trafficking, health care, and public education. In addition, students will learn about the continuing influence of Greece on American society. It is considered to be the birthplace of western civilization, one of the intellectual sources of America’s founding period, the wellspring for the Greek Revival movement of the 19th century, and a major influence on modern America through immigration, science, and education. Students will learn of these seminal influences of Greece on America through lectures/discussions on Greek culture and politics (mainland and island), art (ancient to modern times), archaeology, media, and history. Students will also visit important historic sites and museums in Greece including Athens, Peloponnese, Rhodes, Crete, Santorini, Mykonos, and Mainland Greece. At these sites, students will go on tours to antiquities such as the Parthenon, Mycenae, Epidaurus, Delphi, Olympia, Knossos, Symi, Lindos, Nea Kameni Volcano, and many more.
The second purpose is to actively engage with the local communities we visit. Students will interact with Greek citizens, Greek students, and travelers from around the world. All of the lectures in country, for instance, are conducted by Greek professors from the University of Athens, Hellenic American University, and Deree College. The staff assistants are all Greek citizens, and our agent in Greece is Greek. Prior to and during the Dialogue students will read three Greek novels, write two reaction papers, and maintain a photo journal. Upon return, students will have a thorough and intense understanding of Greece: its people and its lasting influence on America and the world. They will also understand the difference between being a tourist and being a traveler.
Two Information Sessions will be held during Fall Semester on dates to be announced by OISP on the OISP website
Two Orientation Sessions for selected participants will be conducted during Spring Semester, most likely on Friday evenings
Courses
- COMM 3306 International Communication Abroad
- INTL 4944 Dialogue of Civilizations: Regional Engagement
Application Procedure
- Online Faculty- Led application (application open 10/17 - 11/18)
- Upload one unofficial transcript
- Upload one copy of passport ID page Upload essay questions
- Faculty may require additional information and/or interview (after application deadline)
Cost
$9,460 plus a possible accommodation charge
Accommodations
Students will stay in hotels.