This program has been cancelled due to low enrollment. We are sorry for any inconvenience; keep us in mind for next year.

This travel study seeks to provide students with an intimate, first-hand experience of Afro-Brazilian history, culture and society. Students will be equipped with the conceptual and intellectual tools required to analyze complex cultural and political institutions in Brazil and Latin America, as well as the ability to engage in critical thinking and field observation in the social sciences and humanities. Appreciation for cultural diversity is encouraged through direct exposure to Brazilian and Latin American cultures.

Salvador is one of Brazil's oldest and most famous cities. Formerly the Portuguese colonial capital, Salvador is now the capital of the state of Bahia. Both the city and the state have a large African descendant population (approximately 80%). As a result, the culture (including religion, food, music, dance and social relations) has a strong West African influence. With beautiful beaches and weather, Salvador is also one of Brazil's main tourist attractions.

Since the transition to democracy in the 1980's, Afro-Bahian politicians, artists and activists have demanded greater recognition of the positive black contribution to Brazilian society and politics. Many Afro-Brazilian organizations are based in Salvador. They continue their efforts to improve the living conditions and increase the educational opportunities for Brazilians of African ancestry.

Salvador, Bahia, Brazil

Summer 2008

June 7- 25, 2008 ; as well as two pre-departure meetings and lectures to be announced at a later date.

$3,250 which includes airfare, lodging, breakfast daily, field trips and local transportation, travel insurance, visa* to Brazil and administrative fees. This does not include WSU tuition, additional meals and personal expenses.

*Please note: If you do not own (or plan on owning) a US passport, it is your responsibility to obtain a visa to enter the country you will be visiting. Not all programs require a visa so check here for more information.

Program fees may change due to unexpected increases in airline surcharges.  If this occurs, those fees will be passed on to program participants.

Undergraduate and graduate Wayne State University students are eligible to participate as well as students from other universities and colleges interested in receiving college credits.

Selection of applicants is done on a rolling basis—that is, applications are accepted and students are evaluated and considered for admission throughout the academic year.

Please note that you are required to pay tuition for 4-8 credit hours at your appropriate rate, payable through the normal tuition payment process. For more information, click here.

The Office of Study Abroad and Global Programs
5155 Gullen Mall
1600 Undergraduate Library
Detroit, MI 48202
Tel: 313-577-3207
www.studyabroad.wayne.edu

A non-refundable program deposit of $250 is required within 14 days of accepting admission into the program. Notifications will occur via U.S. postal mail and e-mail.

Students are encouraged to apply for WSU's Global Grant to offset some of their additional expenses. Applications can be downloaded here or visit:

The Office of Study Abroad and Global Programs
5155 Gullen Mall
1600 Undergraduate Library
Detroit, MI 48202
Tel: 313-577-3207

A payment of $1,450 is due on April 11,2008. This payment includes the non-refundable fee of $250 that is applied to the program cost.The remaining balance is due in 3 equal payments on the following dates:

The deposit and all payments are to be made out to Wayne State University. The deposit and all payments can be made by check, money order, Visa and MasterCard. Students wanting to pay program fees with either a Visa or MasterCard must print out the credit card authorization form and submit it to the office with the appropriate information.

Additionally, students may enroll in 4 or 8 credits (8 for undergraduate students and 4 for graduate students) under AFS 6990 to be eligible for this trip. While the program is administered through the Department of Africana Studies, it is also applicable to students in anthropology, sociology, history, humanities, political science and geography.

Kelli Dixon
Study Abroad and Global Programs
5155 Gullen Mall
1600 Undergraduate Library
Detroit, MI 48202
ab6179@wayne.edu

Participants are responsible for all program fees until notification is received by Study Abroad and Global Programs. Refunds are subject to the refund policy as listed below.

The $250 deposit is non-refundable. The Office of Study Abroad and Global Programs guarantees space on the program for participants upon receipt of the confirmation deposit. At that point, the Office of Study Abroad and Global Programs incurs non-recoverable costs. Therefore, any participant who cancels at any time after the confirmation deposit has been received will be responsible for the deposit in addition to the following, upon cancellation from the program:

Cancellation Period Refund

Program Application

Program Brochure

Professor Ollie Johnson
Africana Studies
5057 Woodward, 11th floor
(313) 577-2321
ojohnson@wayne.edu

Dr. Kelli Dixon
Office of Study Abroad and Global Programs
1600 David Adamany Undergraduate Library
(313) 577-3207
k_pugh@wayne.edu

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