SYRACUSE UNIVERSITY ABROADFAST FACTS 2016-17

SU Abroad's commitment to student support is underscored by the role of the Assistant Director of Student Services. I work to provide students and parents with resources for health, safety, and academic matters both prior to and during students' time abroad. Students participating in our programs have the potential to embark on life-changing opportunities. This will be a time marked by exploration and new experiences.

An abroad experience can also be demanding and challenging. When challenges do arise, it’s good to know that assistance is available. In my role, I can assist with health and wellness preparations, adjustment concerns, stress management, or academic accommodations, as well as other issues. Student safety and wellness are our top priorities, and we want to ensure that everyone has the resources for a safe, caring, and enriching experience abroad.

Bridget HughesSU Abroad Assistant Director, Student Services

EDUCATING FOR A GLOBAL WORLDOn campus and abroad we are engaged in graduating the next generation of global scholars and leaders — citizens who are able to address the globally interconnected challenges we face, from environmental degradation to human rights, from war and conflict to disease and natural disaster — and professionals who have the skills, knowledge, and experiences to succeed in their chosen careers.

Study abroad adds value to a college education by furthering students’ language capacities, intercultural competence, knowledge of disciplinary cultures (global business practices, the international arts scene, transnational feminism, and so on), and literacy in the economic, political, social, and cultural systems of the world. Students learn to read other cities and regions of the world analytically, and to write themselves ethically and imaginatively into those cities and regions through internships, volunteer work, assignments, and collaborative projects. At SU Abroad we work with you to expand and deepen education abroad options for more students.

Here we highlight new programs and opportunities — ways for students to explore a region of the world through a shared topic of inquiry, to take classes with other international students at local universities, to intern at multinational companies or NGOs, to design projects in collaboration with others across the globe, to immerse themselves in the language and culture of another place — sometimes at one of our eight centers, sometimes with one of our many World Partners, and sometimes through short-term or summer programs.

100 places to study. 60 countries. All eye-opening, life-changing, and career-building experiences available through SU Abroad.

Margaret HimleyAssociate Provost for International Education and Engagement

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ABOUT SU ABROADMissionInternational education for the world, in the world.

VisionWe teach students to imagine the world differently.

This is accomplished through rigorous academics, internships, homestays, language immersion, community engagement, and the assured direction of SU Abroad center directors, faculty, and staff.

Our PortfolioEight centers: Beijing, Florence, Hong Kong, Istanbul, London, Madrid, Santiago (Chile), Strasbourg (France)30+ Summer programs70+ World Partner programs15+ Short-term programsDiscovery programs for first-year studentsInnovative theme-based programming, including Exploring Central Europe

ContactMargaret Himley, Ph.D.Associate Provost for International Education and EngagementSU Abroad106 Walnut PlaceSyracuse, NY 13244315.443.1137mrhimley@syr.edu

Michael MessinaDirector of Institutional RelationsSU Abroad106 Walnut PlaceSyracuse, NY 13244315.443.9430mjmessin@syr.edu

Ray WihakAssistant Director of Institutional RelationsSU Abroad106 Walnut PlaceSyracuse, NY 13244315.443.9426rwwihak@syr.edu

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSWHAT'S NEW FOR 2016-17?A new Signature Seminar at SU Madrid, "Marine Ecology of the Mediterranean Sea and North Africa," will be introduced this fall in conjunction with a new program that allows students to take math and science courses in English at the Universidad Autonoma de Madrid. Courses in information management are now offered at SU London. In Florence, a new cluster of food studies courses has been introduced to meet the demands of a growing field of study. Beginning in Fall 2016, our Strasbourg center will be home to a new program in engineering.

HOW DO STUDENTS APPLY?To begin their online application, students should visit suabroad.syr.edu/apply. They should then follow the instructions, which will include selecting the specific program of interest. Students will create accounts with personalized login credentials in order to return to the application site and log in.

The application itself consists of three components: a study abroad approval form, a transcript, and a personal statement from the applicant. Students who wish to apply to intensive language programs will need a letter of recommendation from a language instructor.

WHAT PROGRAMS REQUIRE A PORTFOLIO WITH THE APPLICATION?A few SU Abroad programs require the submission of a portfolio of student work to go along with the basic requirements of the application. These include the Studio Arts and Design programs at the SU Florence Center, the Design program at the SU London Center, and the Music Performance program at the SU Strasbourg Center. Please visit those specific program pages on our website for portfolio requirements.

IS THERE AN SU ABROAD LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT?There is no language requirement for admission to most of SU Abroad's center programs (the exception is Santiago, where three semesters of Spanish language or the equivalent are required). However, once admitted, all students enroll in language courses and/or courses taught in the host language. Courses not taught in English at foreign universities have language requirements.

IS THERE A GPA REQUIREMENT?A 2.5 minimum GPA (on a 4.0 scale) is required for admission to SU center-based programs. A 3.0 minimum GPA is required for enrollment in courses at foreign universities and for some World Partner programs. For some limited-enrollment programs (such as Drama or Design in London), the minimum GPA may be higher than 2.5, and priority enrollment may be given to those with a GPA of at least 2.75.

DOES SU ABROAD GIVE SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTS?For SU students, SU Abroad works with the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarship Programs. There are need-based grants and named scholarships available for SU students. Visiting students should check with their home college or university study abroad offices for institutional grants that apply. Visiting students will also receive merit-based scholarships from SU Abroad. Students with a GPA of 3.0-3.69 will receive $600, and students with a GPA of 3.7 or higher will receive $1,000. All students should visit the Cost & Aid section of our website (suabroad.syr.edu/finances) for more information.

HOW DO I RECEIVE MY SYRACUSE UNIVERSITY TRANSCRIPT?For visiting students, their home college or university will need official transcripts from Syracuse University in order to award credit for their semesters on an SU Abroad program. Transcripts are not issued automatically. After returning to their home campus, students need to submit requests to the Syracuse University Registrar’s office once they have confirmed that their grades are posted and they have no financial holds. Complete instructions are available on our website: suabroad.syr.edu/alumni/requestingyourtranscript.html.

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THIS CHART PROVIDES an overview; many courses are offered each semester. Course offerings vary, so visit suabroad.syr.edu for the most current listings. > > >

BEIJINGStudents on the SU Beijing program take courses taught in English at the SU Beijing Center. They may enroll alongside their peers at Tsinghua University, in courses in economics or management. Visit suabroad.syr.edu for the current list of course offerings.

Academic Options (12-19 credits)Beijing Center: The SU Beijing program is located at China's prestigious Tsinghua University and is an ideal choice for students interested in Chinese politics and reform, business, economics, history, culture, sustainability, and intensive Chinese language acquisition.

Requirements: 2.5 GPA for SU Beijing Center courses; 3.0 GPA for students wishing to take courses at Tsinghua University.

Program DatesFall: late August to late DecemberSpring: mid-January to mid-June (August for optional summer internships)

Signature Seminars (Required)The Other China: Ethnic Minorities, Development, and Environment (fall only; 3 credits) in Kunming, Dali, Lijiang, Shangri-la, heritage sites, and Beijing. The seminar focuses on globalization and sustainability. China: Past, Present, and Future (spring only; 3 credits) in Xi’an, Beijing, and Nanjing. The seminar explores China through historical and contemporary perspectives.

Language ImmersionIntensive language track: Students enroll in 3-10 credits of Mandarin (available at all levels) with other international students.Non-intensive track: Available at the 101 level only, this class is offered at the SU Center and only to SU Beijing students.Students who are fluent in Mandarin have the option to enroll in courses taught in Chinese at Tsinghua University.

InternshipsThree-credit optional internships can be taken in Shanghai during the summer. Non-credit internships during the semester are available to interested students with time in their schedules.

Community EngagementTsinghua University student organizations (open to SU Beijing students) participate in volunteer activities, such as working in schools or with local NGOs.

Living ArrangementsStudents live in single rooms in residence halls with other international students. SU Beijing students have access to the same facilities as do local students — library, health clinic, student lounges, and recreational/gym facilities.

Intellectual GuideCaroline Tong holds a Ph.D. from Syracuse University. She teaches both the fall and spring Signature Seminars. Dr. Tong has been the center director since 2006.

At the SU Florence Center, students are encouraged to engage with the host country through extensive internship and service learning opportunities. All-school field trips within Florence and throughout Italy are integral to the academic program. Visit suabroad.syr.edu for the current list of course offerings.

Academic Options (12-19 credits)Florence CenterStudents may enroll in courses in arts and sciences and business, along with a required Italian language course.

Intensive Language Program at the University of Florence Courses in Italian language and culture at the Centro di Cultura per Stranieri, University of Florence, and two or three courses in English or Italian at the SU Center. Requirements: minimum GPA of 3.0 and three semesters of college-level Italian or equivalent.

Direct Enrollment at the University of Florence (Courses taught in Italian) Enroll at the Universitá di Firenze, with one or two courses in Italian or English at the SU Center. Requirements: minimum GPA of 3.0 and five or six semesters of college-level Italian or equivalent.

Florence Center: Architecture (B.Arch) For third-year architecture students in a professional five-year architecture program. Program consists of 6 credits of design, 3 credits of related field study, and at least 3 credits of Italian language.

Florence Center: Studio Arts For studio arts majors or minors, offering studio classes in a variety of disciplines. An art portfolio is required for visiting students at the time of their application.

Florence Center: Engineering and Computer ScienceOpen to students in aerospace, civil, environmental, and mechanical engineering programs. (spring only)

Florence Center: DesignOpen to students majoring in industrial design and communications design. This program offers participants the opportunity to take courses in collaborative design and contemporary design history, complemented by studio and academic electives. (spring only)

Florence Center & University of Florence (Courses taught in English) Students enroll in one to two courses at the University of Florence and two to four courses at the SU Center, allowing them to remain an active part of the SU Florence student body. (fall only)

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Program DatesFall: September to mid-December (program begins in mid-August for those attending optional seminar) Spring: early January to late April (program ends in early May for those attending optional seminar); direct enrollment students will stay until late JuneSummer: late May to early July

Signature Seminars (Optional)A Greek Odyssey: The Visual Construction of Self and Society in the Minoan Aegean and Ancient Greece (3 credits): Crete and Athens.

Eco-City Europe: New Lifestyles for Old Cities (spring only; 3 credits): Basel, Lille, Amsterdam, Hamburg, Copenhagen, and Milan.

Language ImmersionThere is no language prerequisite, but an Italian language and culture class is required while in Florence. Students with intermediate or advanced language ability can enroll alongside international or Italian students at the University of Florence for classes taught entirely in Italian.

InternshipsSU Florence has over 50 internship partners in various professional fields. Internships are for 1-3 credits, and Italian language proficiency is not required.

Community EngagementThe SU Florence Center has an extensive volunteer program that complements the academic curriculum and encourages students to step into the Florence community. Previous projects have included volunteering in Italian schools, cleaning up gardens, and working with Italian nonprofit organizations.

HomestaysMost students live with Florentine host families, which immerses them more fully into Italian language and culture. Host family assignments are made based on a housing preference form. Architecture and studio arts students may opt to live in apartments.

Intellectual GuideSasha Perugini holds a Ph.D. from Tufts University. Dr. Perugini directs the Florence faculty and staff. Close bonds are formed between students and faculty members, who are committed to student growth through classroom and community engagement and who act as guides through Italian history and on field trips and site visits. Dr. Perugini has been the center director since 2011.

At right: SU Florence students gather in the Villa Rossa garden.

HONG KONGHong Kong is the perfect choice for students interested in the politics, business, and culture of Asia, and is a city where English and Cantonese are both spoken. Visit suabroad.syr.edu for the current list of course offerings.

Academic Options (12-19 credits)Hong Kong Center: The SU Hong Kong Center provides a modular program that begins with a 3-credit Signature Seminar. The second module consists of 10 weeks of intensive courses taught at the SU Center. The third module consists of a five-week full-time internship or research project. Requirements: 2.5 GPA; 3.0 for students seeking an internship.

Hong Kong Center & City University of Hong Kong: Direct enrollment at the City University of Hong Kong. Students have the option of enrolling in the Signature Seminar only during the fall semester. All courses are taught in English. Requirements: 3.0 GPA.

Program DatesFall: mid-August to late DecemberSpring: early January to late May

Signature Seminars (Required for Center Students)The Challenges and Opportunities of Southeast Asia (fall only; 3 credits) in Beijing, Kuala Lumpur, Malacca, Singapore, and Hong Kong.

The Greater China: Past, Present, and Future (spring only; 3 credits) in Xi’an, Beijing, Taiwan, and Hong Kong.

Language RequirementStudents enrolled in the SU Hong Kong Center option with no prior Chinese language skills are required to choose between Cantonese and Mandarin language classes.

InternshipsThe SU Hong Kong Center option allows students to pursue opportunities within international organizations, NGOs, businesses, banks, or the communications industry. Internships are subject to availability. Requirements: 3.0 GPA. Students also have the option of conducting an independent research project, overseen by local faculty.

Living ArrangementsStudents enrolled in the SU Hong Kong Center option will live in apartments near City University. Students who directly enroll at City University live with Hong Kong and other international students in university residence halls on the City University campus. All students have access to City University facilities, including a sports complex and an Olympic-sized pool.

Intellectual GuideJoffre Chan holds a Ph.D. from Chinese University of Hong Kong. Dr. Chan teaches the Signature Seminar, where students begin to engage with the culture of China and Southeast Asia. She has been the academic coordinator of SU Hong Kong since 2000.

ISTANBULPlease note: The SU Istanbul Center will not be accepting applications for the Spring 2017 semester, but we hope to reopen the center to

students when the political situation in Turkey stabilizes.

Academic Options (12-19 credits)Istanbul Center: The SU Center in Istanbul is located on the Bosphorus Strait in the Besiktas district of the city. SU Abroad's partnership with Bahçesehir University allows students to integrate into academic and social life at one of Istanbul's top private universities. The small cohort of students enrolled in the program allows close bonds to develop between students and Istanbul staff. Visit suabroad.syr.edu for the current list of course offerings.

Program DatesFall: late August to mid-JanuarySpring: late January to mid-June

Signature Seminar (Required)Istanbul: Crossroad of Civilizations, Past and Present (3 credits): A traveling seminar in Istanbul, with several field trips within Turkey.

Language ImmersionTurkish language classes are available at the beginner and intermediate levels. Survival Turkish is taught during the Signature Seminar.

InternshipsUndergraduate students have the option of choosing a 1-3 credit internship in fields ranging from business and government to human rights. Internships for graduate students are available for 3 credits.

Living ArrangementsStudents will live among other international students in the new Republika Academic Apartments, a short bus ride or 25-minute walk from Bahçesehir University. Suites are furnished with a desk, bed, and safe box for each student, as well as a mini-refrigerator and sink, small seating area, and bathroom with shower. All rooms have wireless Internet access, and the apartments have regular cleaning services and 24-hour security.

Intellectual GuideErika Wilkens-Sozen holds a Ph.D. from Syracuse University. She organizes the Signature Seminar and teaches the Contemporary Issues in Turkey course, both of which are designed to engage students with the culture, communities, and critical issues in Istanbul and greater Turkey. Dr. Wilkens-Sozen has been the center director since 2010.

LONDONThe SU Abroad center in London has over 70 course offerings that span many disciplines. The SU Center is centrally located in the university neighborhood of Bloomsbury and is within walking distance of Soho, Covent Garden, and the downtown area. Visit suabroad.syr.edu for the current list of course offerings.

Academic Options (12-19 credits) London Center A broad selection of courses in arts and sciences, communications, management and international business, and visual and performing arts.

London Center: DramaDrama majors develop their acting skills in workshops at the Globe Theatre, culminating in a final performance on the Globe stage. Limited enrollment. (fall only)

London Center: Architecture (B.Arch) A 15-credit program consists of studios, course work, and extensive site visits. Minimum of five semesters of architectural design required. Limited enrollment.

London Center: DesignCourses in collaborative design history, with studio and academic electives. Industrial, interior, environmental, communication, and advertising design. Portfolio required. Limited enrollment. (spring only)

Program DatesFall: early September to late December (start date is late August for those attending a Signature Seminar) Spring: mid-January to early May (start date is early January for those attending a Signature Seminar) Summer: late May to early July

Signature Seminars (Optional)Future Cities (3 credits): Berlin (Germany), Amsterdam and Rotterdam (the Netherlands), Copenhagen (Denmark), and London.

Social Justice and Human Rights (3 credits): Paris and Strasbourg (France), The Hague (the Netherlands), Brussels (Belgium), and London.

Internships (Tier 4 Visa Required)Students may apply for a 3-credit internship in virtually any type of British institution, including local governments, banking firms, political parties, nonprofit organizations, and media outlets — the available placements vary by semester.

Living ArrangementsStudents may choose prearranged housing or independent housing in London (both options with roommates). SU London staff and local student guides assist students through the rental process upon arrival. The features of the SU facility are augmented by the University of London, including a first-rate academic library and subsidized student union facilities with gym, pool, and meal options.

Intellectual GuideTroy Gordon holds a Ph.D. from the University of Michigan. Dr. Gordon joined the SU London staff in 2012 and has been the center director since 2015.

MADRIDStudents begin their semester in Spain with one of several introductory 3-credit Signature Seminars. A key component of the SU Madrid program is language acquisition, which is enhanced through homestays and required language classes for all students. Visit suabroad.syr.edu for the current list of course offerings.

Academic Options (12-19 credits)Madrid Center This option offers Spanish language classes at beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, as well as a broad selection of courses taught both in Spanish and English in arts and sciences, communications, and management and international business.

Madrid Center & Liberal Arts in Spanish at UAMCombine courses in Spanish at the Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (UAM) and courses at the SU Center. Requirements: 3.0 GPA and three years of college-level Spanish or the equivalent. (full year or spring only)

Madrid Center & Science and Math at UAMTake science and math courses at UAM in English, and combine those with courses at the SU Madrid Center. Students will take 2 or 3 courses at UAM and round out their schedule with Spanish language and 1 or 2 courses at the SU Center.

Madrid Center & Business at IE UniversityManagement students can take classes (taught in English) connected to one of the great European business institutions. All SU Madrid students with a background in management are eligible for this program. Requirements: 3.0 GPA.

Program DatesFall: mid-August to mid-December Spring: mid-January to mid-MaySummer: late May to early July

Signature Seminars (Choose One; Required)Azahar: Islamic Conquest and Christian Reconquest (3 credits):Toledo, Córdoba, Sevilla, and Granada. Primarily in English.

Imperium: Historical and Artistic Clues to the Origins of the Iberian Empires (3 credits): Córdoba, Granada, Sevilla, Valencia (Spain) and Lisbon (Portugal). In English and Spanish.

Spanish Identities: A Linguistic and Cultural Journey (3 credits): San Sebastian, Bilbao, Santander, Asturias, Galicia, and Leon. In Spanish.

Marine Ecology of the Mediterranean Sea and North Africa (fall only; 3 credits): You will compare the marine ecosystem management practices of Europe and the North of Africa by traveling between the two continents and visiting key ecosystems, research facilities, and special interest areas. In English.

Language ImmersionStudents with advanced language ability can enroll alongside Spanish students at local universities. Those who wish to improve their Spanish language abilities may choose courses taught entirely in Spanish at the SU Center.

InternshipsStudents may enroll in a 1-3 credit internship (Spanish proficiency not required). Internships are available in many different professional fields.

Community EngagementSU Madrid will find opportunities for students to volunteer their time, their culture, and themselves in the local community. Many students choose to volunteer in local schools or NGOs.

HomestaysStudents are placed with host families in Madrid, which allows them to practice their language skills and introduces them to Spanish culture and lifestyles.

Intellectual GuideDieter Kuehl holds a Ph.D. from Harvard University. He leads the SU Madrid staff and faculty and is a professor of Spanish literature and cinema. Close bonds are formed among students, staff, and faculty members, who are committed to student growth through classroom and community engagement. Dr. Kuehl has been the center director since 2012.

SANTIAGOFour semesters of college-level Spanish are required for study at the SU Santiago Center, and students with only three semesters of Spanish will enroll in a four-week pre-semester language immersion program in Cuenca, Ecuador, which will offer language preparation for a semester in Chile. Upon arrival in Santiago, all students embark on a 3-credit Signature Seminar. During the semester, students enroll alongside their Chilean peers at local universities. Visit suabroad.syr.edu for the current list of course offerings.

Academic Options (12-19 credits)Santiago Center: Cuenca Immersion (required for students with less than four semesters of college-level Spanish or the equivalent). A four-week pre-semester intensive language program in Cuenca, Ecuador, at the Centers for Interamerican Studies. Those with advanced language skills may enroll in an upper-level Spanish language or literature course for 3 credits. After four weeks, studies continue at the SU Santiago Center.

Santiago Center: For students who qualify to place out of the Cuenca program and begin the semester in Chile. Courses taught in Spanish at Universidad de Chile or Pontificia Universidad Católica.

Program DatesFall: mid-July to mid-December (start date is mid-June for those attending the Cuenca program) Spring: mid-February to early July (start date is mid-January for those attending the Cuenca program)

Signature Seminar (Required)Contemporary Issues in Chile and Latin America (3 credits): Montevideo (Uruguay), Buenos Aires (Argentina), Santiago and rural areas of Chile.

Language ImmersionSpanish language acquisition is built into every aspect of the SU Santiago program, including the pre-semester courses (required at certain levels), the homestay experience, and lectures conducted entirely in Spanish.

InternshipsGraduate and undergraduate students may apply for 1-3 credit internships both in Cuenca and in Santiago. The Santiago staff will work to match students with internships in their areas of interest (government, human rights, education, communications, etc.).

Community EngagementOf particular interest among Santiago students is choosing projects that involve recent Chilean history and human rights, through work at museums and NGOs. Students have the chance to witness firsthand the implications of many of the topics they study in class. Other opportunities include working as teaching assistants in public middle and high schools.

HomestaysUndergraduate students are placed with host families in Santiago and Cuenca. Only one student lives with each family, which enhances the language acquisition process. Graduate students can choose to live on their own in Santiago.

Intellectual GuideMauricio Paredes holds a Ph.D. from the University of Chile. He leads the SU Santiago Center and teaches both the Signature Seminar and, during the Santiago semester, a deeply personal course on dictatorships. Dr. Paredes has been the center director since 2008.

STRASBOURGStrasbourg is an international city located in the heart of Europe that successfully mixes old-world European charm with modern sophistication. The city is home to the Council of Europe (where recent alumni have held internships), the EU Parliament, and the European Court of Human Rights. The city is vibrant and full of young people — over 30,000 students call Strasbourg home. Visit suabroad.syr.edu for the current list of course offerings.

Academic Options (12-19 credits)Strasbourg CenterThis option offers a broad selection of courses in the arts and sciences, communications, economics and international business, music, and all levels of French language and literature.

Strasbourg Center & French Language InstituteAn intensive language and culture program at the Institut International d’Etudes Françaises. Students take selected courses at the Institut and others at the SU Center. Requirements: 3.0 GPA and three to four semesters of college-level French or the equivalent.

Strasbourg Center & U. StrasbourgCourses at Université de Strasbourg, including the Institut d’Etudes Politiques. Students will also take courses at the SU Center. Requirements: Junior standing with a 3.0 GPA and at least one semester of French beyond the intermediate level.

Strasbourg Center & Music PerformanceFor music majors, in partnership with the Strasbourg Conservatory. The program is designed for students in the fourth semester of a Bachelor of Music or B.A. in Music degree program. An audition CD is required with the application. (spring only)

Strasbourg Center: Social Work and Human DevelopmentThis program allows students majoring in social work, child and family studies, or other programs focused on human services to enroll in five courses, and includes a brief optional internship opportunity during their time abroad. (spring only)

Strasbourg Center: Engineering and Computer ScienceStudents in aerospace, bio, chemical, civil, electrical, environmental, and mechanical engineering can enroll at the SU Strasbourg Center to take all of their major-specific courses. (fall only)

Program DatesFall: mid-August to mid-DecemberSpring: early January to late AprilThe spring semester continues into May or June for students enrolled in classes at local universities.Summer: late May to early July

Signature Seminar (Required)The European Identity (fall only; 3 credits): Berlin (Germany), Wroclaw (Poland), Brno (Czech Republic), Vienna (Austria), and Strasbourg

The European Identity (spring only; 3 credits): Paris (France), Amsterdam (the Netherlands), Cologne and Bonn (Germany), and Strasbourg

Language ImmersionThere is no language prerequisite, but a French language class is required while in Strasbourg. Students with intermediate or advanced language ability can enroll alongside other international or French students at the University of Strasbourg for classes taught entirely in French.

InternshipsOpportunities exist with the Council of Europe, local schools, organizations for refugees and asylum seekers, local businesses, legal offices, political parties, etc. Internships are 1-3 credits. Internships are subject to availability, and some require French proficiency.

HomestaysStudents are placed with host families in Strasbourg. Typically, only one student lives with each family, which enhances the language acquisition process.

Intellectual GuideRaymond Bach holds a Ph.D. from Stanford University. He leads the SU Strasbourg staff and faculty and lectures during the Signature Seminar, where students begin to engage with the culture and communities of Strasbourg and greater Europe. Dr. Bach has been the center director since 2000.

CENTRAL EUROPEAcademic Program (12-19 credits)Exploring Central Europe: History, Memory, and Identity Across Borders A fall-only program based in Wroclaw, Poland, offers students an opportunity to travel to six European countries and eight cities, to live in an exciting Central European metropolis, to study with a close cohort of students interested in similar subjects, to learn from dynamic faculty, and to shape individual research projects. Visit suabroad.syr.edu for the current list of course offerings.

Program DatesFall: mid-September to mid-December

Signature Seminar (Required)Negotiating Identities Across Europe's Borders (3 credits): The urban and rural spaces of Poland, Czech Republic, Germany, Slovakia, Austria, and Hungary

Language ImmersionPolish-language classes are available at the beginner and intermediate levels (the Central Europe program is the only SU Abroad program to offer Polish). A survival Polish class is offered and highly recommended for all students.

Internships, Community Engagement, and Action ResearchStudents may wish to undertake an internship for professional development as well as to remain engaged in causes and issues of importance to them while abroad. SU Abroad staff will work hard to place them in internships and volunteer settings that reflect these goals and concerns. Students will also participate in action research and publish original essays and photographs at urbanlabsce.eu.

Living ArrangementsStudents will live in a dormitory in the center of Wroclaw, close to city transportation to the university and other parts of the city. Every suite consists of two or three rooms and a shared bathroom. The shared kitchen is spacious and well-equipped with all kitchen supplies. There is a large dining area where students can eat and/or study together. The site also includes laundry facilities, wireless Internet access, and 24-hour security.

Intellectual GuideHana Cervinkova is a professor of cultural anthropology and the founding director of the International Institute for the Study of Culture and Education, a dynamic center for practice and scholarship at the University of Lower Silesia in Wroclaw. She joined the Czech Army to conduct ethnographic research for her Ph.D., which she earned from the New School for Social Research in New York. For eight years, Dr. Cervinkova worked in the Polish public sector and led urban revitalization schemes of international scope.

SUMMERAcademic Options (3-9 credits)Summer is an especially inviting time to study abroad. Classes are smaller and more informal, and students can choose from more than 35 accredited summer programs in Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. Summer is also the perfect opportunity to pursue that chance-of-a-lifetime internship. Both visiting and Syracuse University students can take part in SU Abroad summer programs.

Students pay SU tuition, and financial aid is available for eligible students.

Program DatesSummer programs vary in length from two to nine weeks and typically begin in mid- to late May.

Language ImmersionLanguage prerequisites vary, depending on each program or internship. Language study is available in Florence and Madrid.

Living ArrangementsSU Abroad provides housing for all programs, but the living arrangements differ depending on the program's location. Strasbourg, Florence, and Madrid programs feature homestays with host families who provide breakfast and dinner daily. For London programs, SU Abroad arranges for student apartments. In most other programs, students live in hotels, residence halls, or guest houses.

InternshipsSummer internships are available for undergraduate and graduate students in a variety of disciplines. Internships are located in Singapore, Ghana, Brussels, Shanghai, London, Florence, Madrid, and Strasbourg.

Staff SupportPrograms are led by faculty from the Syracuse University home campus or by faculty at university centers in Florence, London, Madrid, and Strasbourg. SU Abroad staff will work closely with students for predeparture counseling and visa advising (if necessary) and then continue to support students during their time abroad with course registration, billing, and financial aid.

SUMMER PROGRAMS 2017Open to SU and visiting students: For students who can't commit to spending a full semester abroad, or who want to earn extra credits to stay on track or get ahead for graduation, SU Abroad offers more than 30 accredited summer programs. As programs are added and updated frequently, please visit suabroad.syr.edu/destinations/summer for the most up-to-date program listings.

BELGIUMPublic Diplomacy Internships in Brussels

CHINAInternships in ShanghaiNanjing Virtual Design Systems

ENGLANDAdvertising in Comparative CulturesComparative Food PolicyInside the London TheaterJack the Ripper and His LegacyLaw Internships in LondonRhetoric & Information Design: Reading the City of London

FRANCEEngineering Research Projects in StrasbourgFrench for DiplomacyParis Noir: Literature, Art, and Contemporary Life in Diaspora

FRANCE, cont.Religion, Law, and Human Rights in StrasbourgSummer Internships in Strasbourg

GERMANYBerlin ArchitectureMusic in Berlin

GHANASurvey of Current Issues in African Migration

INDIABollywood PracticumSouth Asian Culture: Family, Food, and Health Care Systems

IRELANDIreland: History, Sports, and Culture

ISRAELMiddle East Policies and Security Studies in Israel

ITALYFlorence Summer SessionItalian Film Studies in BolognaLiteracy, Inclusion, and Diversity in ItalyVenice Biennale

THE MIDDLE EASTThe Road to Democracy in the Islamic World

SINGAPORESingapore Summer Internships

SOUTH AFRICASouth Africa Immersion: A Global Health Education Experience

SPAINMadrid Summer Session

SWITZERLANDGraduate Internships in Geneva

MULTI-CITY TRAVELING SEMINARSGlobal Perspectives in Alcohol and Other Drug PoliciesKoolhaas vs. LeCorbusier: From Paris to AmsterdamOlympic OdysseyThree Cities ArchitectureStudio in Asia