Global Connections through Common Reading
Short-Term Spring 2016
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Program Overview
This course is a 1 credit experiential trip traveling to the United Kingdom
to learn and explore cultural and educational similarities and differences
between our countries. We will increase understanding beyond our
immediate community to foster open minded global perspectives. We
will be connecting with students from the University of Hertfordshire in
Hatfield, England. Together, we will discuss the themes prevalent within
Chasing Chaos and participate in a joint volunteer project.
Your experience will be documented throughout the trip resulting in
a portfolio and final presentation which will be shared with future
students.
Program Facts
Location(s):
London, UK
Hatfield, UK
Tentative Program Dates:
Spring Break 2016, March 4th to March 12th
Program Leader(s):
Academics
Gina Garera Email: garerag@uncw.edu
Learning Outcomes
Ginny Guerry
Email: guerryg@uncw.edu
UNI 294 - Global Connections: Chasing Chaos
1. Students will experience the culture of the United Kingdom to
enhance their global awareness.
Application Deadline:
2. Students will compare and contrast the higher education student
experiences and structure of learning on the campuses of UH,
Cambridge and UNCW.
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3. Students will explore the interdisciplinary themes within the
Common Reading, Chasing Chaos, through discussion and events
with UH students.
4. Students will participate in a service learning experience abroad.
5. Students will document their learning by creating a reflective
based portfolio and presentation.
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November 16, 2015
To apply log in at: https://itsappserv02.uncw.
edu/intprogapp/ and select your program of
choice.
A $500 non-refundable deposit is due at time
of application
Eligibility
Students are eligible to apply for this program if
they meet the following eligibility criteria:
• Degree-seeking student
• First year student
• Good judicial standing
• 2.5 GPA at end of Fall 2015
Learn more at www.uncw.edu/international
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Program Activities and Features
Cost
Day 1: Travel to England
Estimated Program Fee:
$2,600.00
Day 2: Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, London’s National Gallery, London Eye
Day 3: Bike Tour of London (Tower Bridge, Tower of London, St. Paul’s
Cathedral)
Day 4: British Museum, Buckingham Palace to see the Changing of the Guard,
Free time, Theater Production
Day 5: Day tour by Coach Bus – Windsor Castle, Bath, and Stonehenge
Day 6: Train to Hatfield, tour of the University of Hertfordshire, Dinner with
UH Students
Day 7: Volunteer Activity with UH Students, Cricket demonstration, St. Albans
Day 8: Day Trip to Cambridge, King’s College, Punting on the river Cam
Day 9: Return to UNCW
Program Fee Includes:
• Flights
• Hotels in London and Hatfield
• Train transportation
• One to two meals per day
• Any group activities that are not
optional
Additional Costs: (not included in program fee)
• One to two meals per day
• Any other optional activities
Map & Images
Scotland
England
Wales
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Hatfield
Federal and state financial aid may be
applied toward this program. Even if you
are normally ineligible for financial aid, you
should submit a financial aid application
(FAFSA). You may find that you are eligible
for additional funding.
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UNCW students may also apply for
a UNCW Summer Education Abroad
Grant and additional study abroad
scholarships. Grant applications and
additional information are available at
www.uncw.edu/international/abroad/aid.
html.
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