Study Abroad and Study Away Opportunities
Study Abroad Opportunities
May 2024 - London & Paris
The Geography and Literature of London and Paris, Dr. Teresa Reed (English) and Dr. Mark Sciuchetti (Geography)
Introduce yourself to Europe’s best on both sides of the English Channel (or “la Manche”). Survey rich landscapes from the banks of the Thames and the Seine, and measure skyline-shaping domes at St. Paul’s Cathedral and Sacré Coeur Basilica. You can compare medieval stalwart Windsor Castle to its much younger French cousin the Palace of Versailles, though both are equally majestic.
Course Description: The aim of this interdisciplinary course is to provide students with the opportunity to consider relationships between their lives, literature, and space and place. Students will read and analyze works of literature from various genres focused on London and Paris while simultaneously learning about geographic principles and the ways that geography inflects our perception of ourselves and our worlds.
Readings: 1-2 novels/books, like Unlundun by China Miéville and Neverwhere by Neil Gaiman; some short stories and poems; Selections from The Canterbury Tales by Geoffrey Chaucer; short articles and book chapters, like selections from How to Lie with Maps & “Memory and Space: Towards an Understanding of the Cognitive Map” by Daniela Schiller, et.al.
Assignments: both literary and geographical, including journaling, traditional papers, and making maps and learning mapping software
Interested in attending? Email Dr. Lori Owens
Prior Study Abroad Photos
2022 Ireland Study Abroad2018 Costa Rica Study Abroad
2017 Dublin Study Abroad
Study Away Opportunities
Jax State Study Away-- See the nation while you earn degree credit!
Do you want to enroll in a high impact learning course that can provide unforgettable experiences?
Consider Study Away Opportunities!
Open to all majors, study away allows student to earn credits while taking part in an enriching educational adventure. Creating unforgettable experiences, study away courses blend in-person classroom instruction with an immersive experience to a culturally enriching location in the United States. Whether passionate about politics, art, or simply eager to learn, study away provides the perfect platform to expand one's academic journey beyond the traditional classroom setting.
Don't miss a chance to embark on an unforgettable educational adventure with study away!
Sponsored by Honors and Special Programs and Political Science
From December 9-13, 2023, six students explored our nation's capital during a magical time of the year. Their exploration to Washington, D.C. included visits to historic landmarks, immersion in culturally enriching experiences, and opportunities to witness democracy in action.
December 2023 - Washington, D.C.
See our nation's capital during a magical time of year! Visit historic sites, stand where our country's leaders have stood, and experience a Study Away you are certain to never forget.
Want to know more? View eligibility requirements, course enrollment process, and travel cost details. Students interested in the Political Science version of this study away experience should visit here for details and information.
Honors Program Study Away Stipend Application
From Our Student Travelers...
"I have always wanted to study abroad but because of my major I never had the chance. We spent all
semester learning about George Washington and how the Capitol and new nation were built, so to see it in detail was an extraordinary experience. Seeing the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence was the most meaningful and memorable part of my trip. To see the original documents and how old they are put into perspective that it took centuries to create what my American is like today." - Adyson
Merchant -Communications, PR & Advertising
"My Washington D. C. Study Away was such a great opportunity to expand my academic and personal experience. Through both the course and the destination itself, I was introduced to amazing people,
places, and learning opportunities. Through my Washington D. C. experience, I grew in my understanding of my country's beginning stages by visiting places of significance. This opportunity allowed me to experience a new place and expand my comfort zone. I was able to further my professional goals by immersing myself in the rich culture and history of Washington D.C." - Madison Cagle- Art, Graphic Design
"The ability to have experienced Washington D. C. and to learn about the intrinsics of bureaucracy and day-day law-making has impacted my drive and passion for law and government far more than any
course I had taken during my undergraduate pursuance." - Joshua ( J. T.) Coheely Political Science
"I would encourage every student to participate in a study away. It offers many learning opportunities and unforgettable moments. The knowledge and experiences I gained have enhanced my career
preparation. This study away course has offered me exposure to policy research, which provides me with unique academic training for graduate school and for my career. " - Hannah Bock -Political Science
"My study away experience in Washington, DC, was a life-changing one. I believe that as an American, it is fundamentally essential that you understand our history and learn to respect, acknowledge, honor, and reflect all that comes with that. Understanding America better will inform my practice by helping shape and change the community into a world I know it can be." - Daniel Washington - Masters in Social Work
"The opportunity we had to take a special tour of the Capitol Building is one that not everyone gets to experience. I learned so much from this special tour." - Alex Templin
"I actually got to be in the room where it happens..." - Gregory Heathcock
"The National Holocaust Museum was my favorite part of the whole trip. Every American should visit this museum. It is impactful, respectful, and hopeful all at the same time." - Jessika Holmes
