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Study Abroad, Brazil

2007-08 Study abroad program, Brazil

Brazil: At the Crossroads

Hum II

Spring Semester 2008

(Tentative schedule and curriculum)

Brazil, an emerging regional and global power for the 21st century, provides NMH with a unique opportunity to study the complex forces of race, class, blending of European and African traditions, natural resource management, and the complexities of urbanization. 

Application for Study Abroad Brazil

Leaders: Vaughn Allen, Erik Cooper, Khiem Doba
Tentative Dates:  Approximately April 24 to May 8, 2008

Program:
Students will travel to Brazil for a two week Humanities II lab experience to apply the course themes introduced in the World History and Religion curriculum. Students will travel to two very distinct coastal regions in Brazil: Salvadore da Bahia and Rio de Janeiro.  Salvadore da Bahia is on the northern coast of Brazil and represents Brazil’s African roots and slave history.  The amalgamation of African and European religion and art will be a core aspect of this visit.  Students will also participate in a community service project for homeless children involving the arts.  In Rio de Janeiro, students will continue their focus on race, class and urban issues while looking closely at Brazil’s diversity.  Race and class and the emergence of the modern democratic process will be some of the core themes in Rio de Janeiro.  

Requirements/Credits:
This course is open only to sophomores who are in good standing with the school.  Students who successfully complete the Brazil program will earn two credits in humanities.  Students will also receive a third credit for the semester in mathematics.  Part of the final assessment for this course is a public presentation to the NMH community by you and your peers of what you have learned from this program.

*Please Note: Space is limited! Only twenty-four students from the spring section of Humanities 2 can take advantage of this opportunity. 

Application:
Application for Study Abroad Brazil

Fee:
In addition to the regular cost of tuition, room, and board, students will pay a program fee of $3800.00 (which includes your airfare).  Very limited need-based financial aid may be available, yet is not guaranteed.