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Art

 

Arts & Architecture in Paris

Spring Break trip to Paris focusing on the art and architecture in this region of France. Experience French culture and history for credit in Honors 4990. All undergraduate and graduate students may apply.

   

Africana Studies

 

Afro-Brazilian Politics & Society

The program provides students with an intimate, first-hand experience of Afro-Brazilian history, culture and society. It is best suited for those majoring in Africana studies, anthropology, sociology, history, humanities, political science and geography.

Dimensions of the African Experience

Spend 3 summer weeks in Ghana studying the complex cultural and political dynamics of Africa in a global community. Open to undergraduates and graduates for credit in Africana Studies and other Liberal Sciences.
 

 

Business Administration

 

International Business Seminars

Learn about international business first-hand while experiencing the cultural, social, and political environments of some of the world's most interesting cities, while earning credit toward your degree. Open to all levels.

JCMU: Japan Center for Michigan Universities

A year or semester study program in Japan aimed at building international relationships.  Various areas of study are available requiring no previous language experience.

   

Chinese

 
Service and Learning in China

A summer, service-oriented program in Beijing and its rural provinces teaching English in impoverished communities. 1-6 directed study credits in Chinese.

Classics  
Wayne in Abruzzo Six week summer program to Gagliano Aterno, Italy.  Earn 8 credits in Italian Language and Culture.  An opportunity to experience traditional Italian culture and perfect Italian language skills.
   
Computer Science  
Computer Science in France This semester long program is open to students of Junior Standing majoring in Computer Science.
   
Education  

Rethinking Multicultural Education by Embracing Diversity and Eliminating Barriers

A 2 week summer program in Madrid studying the  education and multiculturism of Spain.  Undergraduates and graduates may apply for credit in Education or Bilingual/Bicultural Education courses.

Student Teaching Experience

Sponsored by the College of Education, this program allows undergraduate and graduate students at the end of their student teaching experience to take part in an education program in another country.
   
Engineering  

Undergraduate Engineering at the Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico

This program is open to all upper-level, undergraduate engineering students interested in studying in the Fall or Winter semester. Knowledge of the Spanish language is required.
   
Environmental Studies  

JCMU: Japan Center for Michigan Universities

A year or semester study program in Japan aimed at building international relationships.  Various areas of study are available requiring no previous language experience.

   
German  
Junior Year in Munich Open to all majors for students with 2 years of German Language with a B average.  All instruction is taught in German and counts toward a WSU degree.  Dual German-Mechanical Engineering Degree internships available.

   
Honors  

Arts & Architecture in Paris

Spring Break trip to Paris focusing on the art and architecture in this region of France. Experience French culture and history for credit in Honors 4990. All undergraduate and graduate students may apply.

ProHealth in Belize: An International Health Care Experience

This service learning, travel program gives students hands-on experience in a developing nation. Taking place during Spring Break, ProHealth in Belize is open to undergraduates of all majors.
   
Health Care  

ProHealth in Belize: An International Health Care Experience

This service learning, travel program gives students hands-on experience in a developing nation. Taking place during Spring Break, ProHealth in Belize is open to undergraduates of all majors.
   
Interdisciplinary Studies  

Innovation: America and China

This Spring Break Education and Interdisciplinary Studies Program includes travel to 3 cities in China focusing on history, culture and business. Open to undergraduates and graduates for credit in Liberal Arts and Sciences.
   
Italian  
Wayne in Abruzzo Six week summer program to Gagliano Aterno, Italy.  Earn 8 credits in Italian Language and Culture.  An opportunity to experience traditional Italian culture and perfect Italian language skills.
   
Japanese  

JCMU: Japan Center for Michigan Universities

A year or semester study program in Japan aimed at building international relationships.  Various areas of study are available requiring no previous language experience.

Summer Homestay Program

Spend two weeks with host families for this Japanese language immersion program.  Explore various cities in Japan and experience contemporary Japanese culture.  Japanese language skills or department approval required.

   
Labor & Employment Relations  
Labor and Employment Relations–A Comparative Perspective Undergraduate and Graduate students can earn 3 credits in the summer semester while examining the development of labor and employment relations in South Africa.
   
Political Science  

Dubrovnik Seminar on Divided Societies

A Winter Term program oriented toward Political Science focusing on the effects of ethnic conflict and societal cleavage.  Sessions held at the Inter University Centre in Croatia emphasize the problems of the former Yugoslavia.

Islam, Secularism, and Democracy in Modern Day Turkey This Spring semester program is open to both undergraduates and graduate students interested in understanding the political cultural forces that shape and determine respect for human rights and political competition.

Religion, Race & South African Democracy This 2 week summer program runs every 3 years and focuses on the significant role that liberal Christian faith-based institutions play in the political life of South Africa.

University of Salford Exchange

A semester or year program open to undergraduates and graduates studying Political Science, History, Sociology and Urban Studies.

University of Windsor Exchange

Take courses not offerred at WSU at the University of Windsor.

Religion, Race & South African Democracy This 2 week summer program runs every 3 years and focuses on the significant role that liberal Christian faith-based institutions play in the political life of South Africa .
   
Polish Studies  
Survey of Polish Culture Spend 2 weeks in May traveling through Poland to study  Polish culture as it relates to their traditional society and future standing in the EU.  Earn 3 credits in POL 2710 or POL 3990.
   
Russian  

Russian Language and Culture

A four week summer program to Moscow & St. Petersburg delving into Russian language and culture. Credits earned in Russian Practicum or directed study.

   
Spanish  

Xalapa, Mexico– Spanish Language, Literature, and Culture

Choose any semester to study at the Universidad Veracruzana. This cultural immersion experience allows you to live with a host family and interact with Mexican students through programs and activities.

   
Theatre  

A Month in Moscow at the Moscow Art Theater School

A unique, intensive Theatre program for students studying Acting, Theatre Design & Technology and Directing. Spend 4 weeks during the summer at the Moscow Art Theatre School for credit in THR 5600 or THR 7600.

   
Urban Planning  

Study Tour: Mexico City– Urban Planning

Join WSU's Center for Urban, Demographic and Environmental Studies and learn how Mexico City experiences many of the same urban problems as Detroit.
   
Various Subject Areas  
Junior Year in Munich Open to all majors for students with 2 years of German Language with a B average.  All instruction is taught in German and counts toward a WSU degree.  Dual German-Mechanical Engineering Degree internships available.

Magical Mystery Tour through Pop Culture

Study the impact of the Beatles on our country and the world in London and Liverpool, England. A Spring Break program for credit in English or American Studies.

The Motown & Global Learning Community in Southern Germany

Study the culture and history of Detroit and Southern Germany and how they are connected in May.  Open to undergraduates and graduates for English and American Studies credit.

Semester at the EurAm Abbey

An undergraduate cultural immersion semester in the Loire Valley, France.  Courses include History, Art, Literature, Political Science, Geography, Sociology, Economics and French.

Semester in Brazil

Spend a semester at one of three universities situated in attractive and culturally rich environments in Brazil. Students from all fields and levels are eligible to apply for this program.

University of Salford Exchange

A semester or year program open to undergraduates and graduates studying Political Science, History, Sociology and Urban Studies.

University of Windsor Exchange Take courses not offerred at WSU at the University of Windsor.