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The University of Tartu International Summer School offers four summer programs as listed below:

University of Tarty Summer School offers four programs as described below:

European and Russian Foreign Policy - This 3-week course is offered jointly with the Center for EU-Russia Studies. The course will meet in three different Estonian cities -Tallinn (at the premises of the University of Tartu Office in Tallinn), Tartu (at the main campus of the University of Tartu) and Pärnu (at the University of Tartu Pärnu College). The aim of this program is to introduce the current issues and mutual relations of and between the European Union and the Russian Federation, as well as the foreign policy and security challenges faced by both regions.

Three Universities/Countries Program - This 3-week programis offered jointly by three leading universities in three countries: University of Tartu (Estonia), St.Petersburg State University (Russia) and Kyiv-Mohyla Academy (Ukraine). The aim of this program is to introduce the crucial changes in societies affected by the collapse of communism. The program will introduce the challenges related to social, economic and judicial reforms and their past, present and future impacts at the local and international scale. Students will learn strategies used in political transition and get acquainted with political structures of different countries.

Contemporary Baltic Capitals - This 3-week course focuses on current economic challenges and business opportunities facing the Baltic societies and business enterprises in this region. It will be offered by three leading Baltic Universities - University of Latvia, University of Tartu and Vilnius University. The program is oriented to business majors and contains strong practical emphasis with company visits in Tallinn, Riga and Vilnius.

European Integration: the EU from West to East - This 4-week program on European integration is in collaboration with Utrecht University’s Summer School (Netherlands) and the International Summer University of the University of Tartu (Estonia). The aim of this program is to introduce the European Union, European Institutions, (shared) foreign policy and new challenges. The course will study both the development towards a united Europe and the enduring diversity of national policy, law and geopolitical background (new) member states have to deal with in the process of European integration.

European and Russian Foreign Policy - 1650 EUR
Three Universities/Countries Program - 2165 EUR.
Contemporary Baltic Capitals - 1690 EUR.
European Integration: the EU from West to East - 1790 EUR.

The fee covers participation in lectures, meetings, site visitations organized as part of the academic program. The fee also covers the cost of course materials, accommodation in hostels during the academic program (two persons in one room), breakfast, field-trips, transportation between the cities and countries where the program is conducted; and other cultural events organized for all the participants of the International Summer University.

Students are responsible for airfare, visa cost, meals, and personal expenses.

Please contact Michelle Cunnigham, from the Office of International Education.

You may also contact Mr. Mart Susi, from University of Tartu.

For more information on the program, click here.For application forms, click here.

• SA 305 - All students will be enrolled in this ESU course for Spanish culture.
• Students will transfer 3 credits for Spanish language from Universidad de Granada.

This is an invitation to immerse in the culture of Andalucia, one of the most famous regions of Spain. The one-month study abroad takes place in the vibrant city of Granada. The city of Granada concentrates the many cultural influences in the Iberia peninsula, including Moorish and Jews. Granada is located in the foothill of the Sierra Nevada mountains and has a rich cultural and night life.

The program is open to students of all level of Spanish language. Students will earn credits for learning about Spanish culture and history in English. In addition, students will be placed at their corresponding Spanish level at Universidad de Granada and will transfer credits back to Emporia State University.

Students will stay with Spanish families during the study abroad program to facilitate the learning of the language. The program includes two excursions to historical Spanish cities: Cordoba and Sevilla. In addition, the program includes a guided visit to La Alhambra, one of the most emblematic citadel built during the Arab influence in Spain.  

$3,400

The program includes:

• Homestays
• Daily meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner daily)
• Tuition at Universidad de Granada
• Health insurance
• International Student Identification Card
• Excursion to Sevilla
• Excursion to Cordoba
• Guided visit to La Alhambra

The program cost does not include:

• Airfare – Information about group flight will be given during Spring
• ESU tuition

$2,000

• Airfare
• Lodging
• Meals
• Local Transportation
• Day excursions

• ESU tuition
• Passport cost
• ISIC card
• Personal expenses

Please contact, Dr. Mel Storm, EMLJ. Telephone: 341-5563

ED343ZB: 3 undergraduate credit
ED743XK: 3 graduate credit hours

This course provides an opportunity for ESU undergraduate and graduate students to learn about the education and culture in China and to experience the dynamics of globalization and international diversity. The content of the course prepares the students with skills of learning and teaching as a dynamic process and knowledge of ever changing educational needs of students living in a global society (The Teachers College Conceptual Framework).  China, a major player of international economy in the 21^st century, not only upholds one of the world's oldest and most complex cultures, but also provides education to the largest population in the entire global society. The students will experience firsthand the education, culture, and society system in China by participating in lectures and seminars on Chinese education and culture, practicing English teaching in the Chinese classroom, visiting schools, and having field trips to the historical/cultural sites. In addition, the students will have opportunities to get involved in the local cultural events, and communicate and exchange ideas with Chinese scholars, students, and local educators.

Methods and Activities: Lectures and seminars, classroom teaching,  

school and family visits, field, historical and cultural trips, Local Events and Culture Involvement.

The host university will offer each student:

• A stipend of $425 for teaching,
• Free meals on campus cafeteria for the teaching period (three weeks)
• Free housing with air-conditioning and bathroom for the teaching period (three weeks)
• Possibly free local traveling and sightseeing around Guangzhou area at weekends.

Students are responsible for $1,800 for the costs (estimated) of the program, including:

• Round-trip airfare
• Passport and visa fee
• Health insurance
• Tickets for cultural events or site visits if necessary
• Local transportation
• Immunization
• Other additional personal expenses

(*) estimated amount and subject to change based upon airfare)

Not included in the program cost:

• ESU tuition for 3 credits

June 18-July 11 (English Village)
July 12-August 8, 2012 (Academic Program)

Application period: March 31 - May 4

 This program is facilitated through Emporia State University partnership with Dankook University. Every year, ESU students visit Dankook University to teach English, learn Korean and other subject areas.

The program is comprised of two parts:

English Village

English Village* is a community at Dankook University designed to simulate an English immersion environment. lnvited native English speaking students (interns) will teach and lead small groups of DKU students English conversation sessions daily.

ESU students are invited to apply for the English Village Language & Culture lnternship Program where they will receive a reimbursement for their flight tickets (up to $1200 USD). Students will arrive 3 weeks before the Academic Program begins and stay in the Dankook University dormitories provided free of charge.

(*) Students attending the English village must attend the academic program.

Academic Program

This program is designed for students who wish to improve their understanding of Korean culture and increase their knowledge of Korean language in a 3-week intensive period.

ESU undergraduate or graduate students who are in good academic standing are eligible to apply. Students will earn up to 3 credits (2 courses) transferable to home Universities.

The program offers a wide variety of courses in the following disciplines:

Business and Economics

• Arts & Humanities
• Sociology & Cultural Studies
• Korean Language
• Korean & East Asian Studies

The program includes optional cultural activities in cooking Korean food, Korean mask making, Korean movie, Ceramic arts, taekwondo, calligraphy, traditional Korean music, traditional Korean dance. 

In addition, the program includes optional field trips such as Seoul city tour/market
Tour, East Sea overnight trip, Cyeongbok & Biwon Palaces, Boryeong Mud Festival, White-water rafting, and Busan.

The program cost $2,400.

ESU students are eligible for a $1,000 scholarship awarded to partner universities.

The program does not include:

• Airfare
• International health insurance

Students who wish to be considered for the English Village, you will be eligible for a reimbursement of airfare cost of up to $1,200.

Please contact Michelle Cunnigham, from the Office of International Education.

You may also contact Dr. Ellen Hanson who has been involved in the past in this program as instructor.

Alternatively, you can view Dankook University International Summer School brochure.

You must first apply using the ESU Study Abroad Application Packet

You then apply directly to DK International Summer School Application Pag

May 18, 2012 to May 27, 2012 (final dates will be announced by the faculty member).

2 credits

Participants must be enrolled in LI 860 XI Current Issues in Global Information Infrastructure. (2 credit hours)

 The cost includes:

• Airfare
• Daily meals
• Health insurance
• International Student Identification Card
• Passport
• Hotel accommodation (shared room)
• Meals
• Ground transportation in Scotland
• Incidental expenses

The program cost does not include:

For more information:

Dr. Andrew Smith, e-mail: asmith37@emporia.edu

May 16, 2012 to May 23, 2012

3 credits

Students will enroll in:

BU505-Business Globalization: International Business Study/Tour

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