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Program Terms
Fall
Program
Participants
Undergraduate
(College)
Subject Areas
African
Studies
Art History
Art/Fine Arts
Culture
Dance
French
Language
History -
General
Music
Music - Vocal
Performance
Performance
Design
Theater
Visual Arts
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Quick Look
Location:
Bamako, Siby - Woyowayanko - Kangeba/Kela, Sιgou, Mopti, Djennι, Dogon Country, Kolokani, Kolondieba - Sikasso - Mali
Language of Instruction: English and French
Academic Credit Available: Yes
Overview
This unique, 16 week field-study program allows students to expand their creative facilities in the visual and performing arts while developing in-depth cross-cultural understanding, critical thinking and a foundation for reflection into both American and Malian culture. Using art as a cross-cultural tool and a means of self-expression, students become familiar with contemporary Malian life, which is influenced by: ongoing traditions since the 12th century, Islam, the fading but ever-close legacy of colonialism, the persistent reality of contemporary neo-colonialism, and the complexity of globalization. By focusing on the interpolation of these traditional and contemporary issues, the Arts and Culture in Mali, West Africa program offers a context within which the student is immersed in the Malian culture and way of life.
The heart of this program is the three-week apprenticeship where students will have the opportunity to apprentice with a master artist, artisan, musician or dancer in accordance with their own particular goals and interests. The apprenticeship is followed by a three-week independent project, allowing students to apply what they have learned to self-directed, independent work. The final week is spent engaging in group presentations and reflections.
The 16 credit program consists of four courses:
Culture and Contemporary Life in Mali
Aesthetic Traditions of Mali
Apprenticeship/Arts Practicum
French Language Intensive
Academic Credit
Academic credit is available.
Students take a total of 16 semester credits.
Eligibility
Participants must have at least two years of undergraduate study in good standing and at least one course in the visual or performing arts. In addition, students applying should be mature, sensitive, self-disciplined and able to adapt to new situations.
Housing/Accommodation
Dormitory
Homestay / Host Family
Hostel
While in Bamako, students are housed at Yeredon, the arts center where classes take place. Homestays take place during the apprenticeship period. During travel to the interior of Mali, the group stays in small hotels and guest houses.
Program Costs
Please contact our office for current program fees.
Costs
Include: Costs include tuition, roundtrip travel from New York to Bamako, room and board, International Student I.D. and basic insurance.
Financial Aid
Yes.
We are happy to provide scholarship and grant resources upon request. Many students are also able to apply financial aid from their home instiution to our programs. Early contact is strongly advised.
Dates
Fall Term: September to December
Deadlines
The application deadline is March 30. Late applicants will be considered on a space-available basis.
Contact
Antioch Education Abroad
Antioch University
795 Livermore St.
Yellow Springs, Ohio
45387
USA
Tel:
(800) 874-7986
Fax:
(937) 769-1019
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