IPS - Study Abroad Programs
Innovative Approaches to Social Development in India
This once in a lifetime course and CEU opportunity is being offered through Southern Illinois Carbondale School of Social Work and the Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences at Case Western Reserve University. The program provides a unique opportunity for educational and recreational excursions to New Delhi and Mumbai (Bombay) and Jaipur, as well as visitation at local and regional NGOs. Participants will learn about projects involving education, international funding, government initiatives and use of information technology for social development. The study abroad course will explore innovative approaches to social development in India and a draw parallel to that of the United States.
Short-term Program Details
| Location: |
Delhi and Mumbai (Bombay) India, with a field trip to the Taj Mahal in Jaipur |
| Highlights: |
This program is not scheduled for 2009. The information here is from the 2008 program. We expect that the next offering will be similar. |
| Dates: |
27 December 2007 to 11 January 2008 |
| Courses: |
SIUC: SOCW 478 - International Social Work, 3 credits (SIUC and at-large students) Case SASS 575 or SASS 375 Travel & Study Seminar (Case Western Reserve students only) |
| Level of Study: |
Undergraduate, Graduate |
| Eligibility: |
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| Staff: |
Course Director:Dr. Mizanur Miah, Professor and Director of School of Social Work, SIUC School of Social Work Dr. Dhrubodhi Mukherjee, Assistant Professor, SIUC School of Social Work Mr.Paul D’Angelo, Researcher III, SIUC School of Social Work Dr. Deborah Jacobson, Assistant Professor, Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences, Case Western Reserve University |
| SIUC Sponsor: |
School of Social Work, College od Education and Human Resources |
| Number of Participants: |
Maximum of 30 |
| Program Fee: |
Estimated at $3,900. The program fee includes transportation from Chicago to India, local transportation related to the course, instructional materials, most meals and accommodation. |
| Other Costs: |
SIUC or Case tuition is not included. Other personal expenses include passport, visa, International Student ID Card, |
| Financial Aid: |
Financial aid will apply with the exact procedures depending on your home university. SIUC undergradautes are eligible to apply for two $500 scholarships. |
| Housing: |
Participants will be housed in local hotels. |
| Transportation: |
Flight from Chicago to India and local program-related transportation in India. |
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| Additional Information: |
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| Application Deadline: |
Interested students should apply immediately. Apply for your passport as soon as you apply for the program! |
| Application: |
Please visit program website! |
| Contact: |
SIUC: Dr. Dhrubodhi Mukherjee: phone – (618) 453-5356, e-mail: dhrubodh@siu.edu SIUC:Mr.Paul D’Angelo: phone – (618) 453 – 1204, email: henry5@siu.edu Case: Dr. Deborah Jacobson: phone: (216) 368-6014, e-mail: dxj@case.edu (Case students only) |
The information contained here - including costs, program dates and program arrangements - is subject to change by the program sponsors and host institutions. There may also be changes once a program or exchange has started due to factors beyond our control. Please check with our office for the latest information.