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Academics : International Education Study Abroad

Study Abroad, Turkey

2006-07 Study abroad program, Turkey

 

Program:
This seminar will explore one of the most ancient lands, Turkey, the crossroads of civilization, where East meets West. Since antiquity the land that is now Turkey has hosted merchants and marauders from Homer’s Greeks to Genghis Khan, the crusaders of Europe to the silk and spice traders of China and India.  In our three-week sojourn, we’ll explore the wonders of ancient and modern Turkey, from Troy to Ephesus.  We'll walk the paths walked on by St. Paul,  Alexander the Great,  Anthony and Cleopatra. To these add the mosques of the great Sinan, the Aya Sophia of Justinian,  the Harem of the Ottomans,  the delights of the Grand Bazaar and Egyptian Spice Bazaar. We'll meet modern Turkish students and stay in their homes.  All in all, an exciting way to top off your career at NMH.

Included will be a study of the history, literature, politics, art, architecture, and religion of Turkey.  Emphasis will be on the role of Turkey in the modern period, including its relationship with Europe, the United States, and the Middle East. Other major topics include the historic role of Turkey as an ancient crossroads, the role of Islam in contemporary Turkish life, the impact of World War I, the role and influence of Ataturk, Islamic art and architecture, and ethnic Turkey.

The literature used in this course will focus on the Middle East, beginning with Homer’s Iliad  and the Tales from 1001 Arabian Nights and including Jeffrey Eugenides’ Middlesex, Louis deBerniere's Birds Without Wings, Orhan Pamuk’s Snow, contemporary short stories and poetry. Writing assignments will include both critical analyses and personal narratives; students will be required to keep both a reading journal and a travel journal.

Requirements/Credits:
This Senior Seminar is open to seniors by application during the spring of their junior year.  Students earn 2 credits, one for English and one for history.  Students may take this seminar instead of or in addition to any senior English course.

 

Application:
The application form is available by SWIS in the International Education folder, or by contacting the Center for International Education in Beveridge Hall at x3251.  The completed application including all supporting materials is due in the Center for International Education on March 22, 2006.

Fee:
In addition to the regular cost of tuition, room, and board, students will pay a program fee of $1850.00 plus airfare and other major transportation costs.  Very limited need-based financial aid may be available, yet is not guaranteed.