Think you speak the most languages of any Northwestern student? Email NULanguageContest@gmail.com and enter for a prize!
Contest run by the Global Languages Initiative.
Excited to share your study abroad story? Whether you’ve already gone abroad or are gearing up for a summer, fall, or winter/spring trip, stop by and learn how to turn your memories into stories!
Wednesday, May 22nd | 4-5 PM | Norris Armadillo Room
I’ll be on my way back to this in about 12 hours. I am so happy.
Reblogging this lovely shot from a Northwestern student to remind everyone that, after a long winter quarter, we can look forward to Northwestern at its finest: spring quarter!
Welcome back to campus, everyone!
Are you thinking of going to China for a summer or even a year? Or just interested in Chinese college life in general?
Get an insider’s tale of Chinese college life! Hear stories and bring questions for our guests:
Featuring Professor Licheng Gu and Graduate Students from China
Norris Center, Armadillo Room
March 12, 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Organized by China Foresee.
Join China Foresee and Professor Hurst in a discussion about China’s recent power transition, an event that happens once a decade and determines one of the most powerful men in the world.
What does China’s new leader mean for America? Will China’s growth continue? What are the major changes that we will see in the new regime?
Featuring Professor William Hurst, Associate Professor of Political Science
Where: University Hall 122
When: Thursday, March 7th at 6:30pm
Refreshments provided!
Summer Abroad Program Feature
Renewable Energy Policy & Development
The Northwestern Study Abroad Office offers this exciting summer program in conjunction with the Initiative for Sustainability & Energy at Northwestern (ISEN), the College of Global Studies at Arcadia University, & the University of Bonnn, in Bonn, Germany!
Germany is an innovative leader in renewable energy systems and geopolitics. This 5-week, 2-credit summer program focuses on German energy policy and initiatives in renewable, sustainable, sources of energy—wind, solar, biomass, geothermal—and energy conservation in a European and global context. Students will gain a broad perspective on cutting-edge energy policies and global actors (i.e. major research institutes, UN agencies, German ministries, NGOs, international organizations and private corporations) through lectures, discussions, a collaborative energy project with other program participants, and excursions. Field trips include a visit to the European Commission headquarters in Brussels and a short study trip to Berlin where students will visit important historic sites and interact with representatives from key governmental and private agencies.
Terms: Summer Only
Term Notes: Early July to early August
Find out more on the program page, or call the Study Abroad Office today!
Summer Abroad Program Feature
Prague Summer Program
The Northwestern Study Abroad Office offers this exciting summer program in conjunction with Collegium Hieronymi Pragensis, in Munich, Czech Republic!
As one of the oldest and most architecturally diverse cities in the region, Prague’s collective memory is broad, including Communism and its historical role as the keystone to Central Europe. This makes Prague the ideal location from which to explore the complex relationships and contradictions that comprise the history and culture of the region, which students learn at the Collegium Hieronymi Pragensis from Northwestern University and European experts. In addition to taking Northwestern courses, students participate in field studies and excursions within Prague and the Czech Republic. Past excursions included the Prague Castle, the medieval town of Cesky Krumlov in Southern Bohemia, the gothic monastery of Zlata Koruna, the 14th-century silver mining town of Kutna Hora, the concentration camp at Terezin, as well as an overnight trip to Southern Moraviafor, a boat trip through the Punkva caves, and wine tasting in a private wine cellar.
Terms: Summer Only
Term Notes: Arrival on June 17 - Departure on August 1 or August 2, 2013
Find out more on the program page, or call the Study Abroad Office today!
Summer Abroad Program Feature
Arles Summer
The Northwestern Study Abroad Office offers this exciting summer program from IES in Arles, France!
Administered by IES Abroad and originally developed by Northwestern’s Department of French, the IES Abroad Arles program links French-taught coursework to field study and cultural excursions throughout Provence. In a city famous for its Roman theatre and arena, and its association with van Gogh, Gauguin, Cézanne, and Picasso, students attend cultural lunches with faculty and staff in local restaurants. Mandatory homestays facilitate cultural integration and enhance linguistic skills.
Terms: Summer
Term Notes: Mid-June to late July
Find out more on the program page, or call the Study Abroad Office today!
Summer Abroad Program Feature
Spanish Language and Culture Summer Program
The Northwestern Study Abroad Office offers this exciting summer program in conjunction with Universitat Pompeu Fabra, in Barcelona, Spain!
Located in one of Europe’s most cosmopolitan and dynamic cities, Northwestern’s customized summer program in Barcelona gives students the unique opportunity to increase their Spanish language skills while experiencing first-hand the city’s architectural, artistic, and multi-cultural wonders.
The Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF) is one of the leading institutions in Spain, known for its international environment and cutting edge academics. UPF has collaborated with the Northwestern Department of Spanish and Portuguese to create a special program for Northwestern students. Northwestern faculty member Elisa Baena will teach a course on modern Spain and serve as Resident Director on the program.
The university is centrally located in the heart of the city, close to La Rambla, the waterfront, and Ciutadella Park. The program will offer Spanish language and culture courses, focusing on the city of Barcelona and the region of Catalonia. Through a combination of coursework and excursions to Madrid and sites in and around Barcelona, students will experience a city and culture where modernity and tradition go hand in hand.
Terms: Summer Only
Term Notes: June 23 - August 3, 2013
Find out more on the program page, or call the Study Abroad Office today!
Summer Abroad Program Feature
Padua: Liberal Arts & Language
The Northwestern Study Abroad Office offers this exciting summer program from Boston University in Padua, Italy!
Students take six weeks of intensive language and cultural studies courses at the BU Padua Academic Center, which is within walking distance of this university town’s historic center. A small, serious summer program, it is ideal for those with 1-2 years of college level Italian but is also open to those with no previous Italian language background. Students are eligible to earn 3 credits at Northwestern for coursework completed on this program.
Students may combine the summer program with fall or full year study abroad on the Padua Language and Liberal Arts Program provided that they plan ahead and complete the necessary applications for both NU and BU prior to their summer departure.
Terms: Summer Only
Term Notes: Mid-June to late July
Find out more on the program page, or call the Study Abroad Office today!
