International Conflict Resolution Study Abroad (UGA/CEMPROC)
Center for Mediation, Peace, and Resolution of Conflict - International (CEMPROC)
 

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Program Terms • Summer Program Participants • Undergraduate (College) Subject Areas • Conflict Studies • Development Studies • Environmental Studies • International Relations • Latin American Studies • Peace Studies • Political Science/Politics		Quick Look • Location: Quito, Baeza - Ecuador • Host Institution: co-sponsored by the University of Georgia • Language of Instruction: English • Academic Credit Available: Yes Overview Take advantage of an exciting study abroad opportunity exploring international conflict and peace in the heart of the Andes Mountains of South America. The University of Georgia Center for the Study of Global Issues (GLOBIS) and the Center for Mediation, Peace, and Resolution of Conflict—International (CEMPROC) have partnered to offer this dynamic program for undergraduate students, which will likely appeal especially to those majoring in international affairs, political science, peace studies, international development, Latin American studies, history, sociology, pre-law, business, anthropology, geography, communication, ecology, religion, and related fields. Students will explore international conflict and peace, negotiation, mediation, ethnic and environmental conflict, international institutions, human rights, development, and more through conflict simulations, site visits, and an interactive approach to teaching. The program, which fully integrates theory and practice, will be given in English, and you will be able to apply the skills you learn through a practicum with CEMPROC, a nonprofit organization in Ecuador. Meet phenomenal guest speakers, including diplomats, scholars, government decision makers, and other peacemakers working in Latin America; past years' speakers included U.S. Ambassador Linda Jewell, former Minister of the Environment for Ecuador Yolanda Kakabadse, and leader of the Cofan indigenous nation Randy Borman, among other university, NGO, and government experts. Join us for this program as you make the international negotiating table your classroom. Academic Credit Academic credit is available.  6 semester credit hours: INTL 4680--Peace Studies (3 hrs), INTL 4820--International Conflict Resolution Internship (3 hrs) UGA college credit will be issued, which can be transferred in consultation with your school. Eligibility Must apply and be approved. Must be a current college student. Financial Aid Yes. Georgia students on the HOPE scholarship or other forms of financial aid may apply these toward tuition for this program. Dates Program dates are May 24-June 19, 2009. Deadlines The deadline for student applications with deposit is February 1, 2009. Contact UGA International Conflict Resolution Study Abroad in Ecuador Tricia Sullivan, Onsite Program Director 113 Franklin House, University of Georgia Athens, GA 30602 Tel: (706) 542-2693 Fax: (706) 369-5907 Email Send Email Web Visit Website
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