Great Cities of Europe (Rome, Verona, Paris, London) 2012
- Introduction
- Summary Facts
- Courses
- Travel Arrangements
- Itinerary
- Student Eligibility
- Program Cost
- Faculty Leadership
Introduction
The 2012 International Studies Program to Italy to be conducted May 29 – June 29, 2012, will provide approximately 30 students (20 undergraduate and 10 graduate) a unique opportunity to study the evolution of international business and trade and the history of freedom and the Roman and Greek influence on the development of our constitution. The program will focus on these issues, as well as others, while traveling through the host countries. The program will primarily be hosted by the University of Verona (UV), Italy. ASU has had an exchange program with UV since 2009 and this program will continue to strengthen the relationship between the two institutions.
Summary Facts
- Summer Session I
- Travel Dates: May 29 – June 29, 2012
- Six hours of undergraduate or graduate credit
- Application deadline: Nov. 11, 2011
Courses
ISTD 3381: Evolution of World Trade. Trade has always been a defining factor in world history. The class will examine the Age of Exploration and examines how the hunt for new resources and markets during that period resulted in the establishment of colonies in Africa, the Americas and Asia. Other discussion will include the Industrial Revolution, the rise of capitalism and the effects of imperialism on the global economy, significant countries, cities, and ports and how commerce altered regional economies and cultures. Instructor: Dr. Sharynn Tomlin.
ISTD 6381: The Globalization of Management. An advanced study of global strategies and management practices as compared with those in other countries. This course will focus on the evolution of global strategies and management from the perspectives of people and culture. Instructor: Dr. Sharynn Tomlin.
ISTD 3381: The History of Freedom. The purpose of this course is to explore the history of freedom. Even though it not a universal value, no idea in world history has been more influential, and a central premise of the course is that ideas do change history. It is a concept embedded in the very fabric of the American Political Culture. At the same time however, the meaning of freedom is often misunderstood, misapplied and oversimplified. Instructor: Dr. Edward Olson.
ISTD 6381: Roman and Greek Constitutionalism. A survey of basic constitutional concepts and provisions in the ancient Roman and Greek world and how they influenced the founders of the U.S. constitution. Instructor: Dr. Edward Olson.
Travel Arrangements
Students will be extensively briefed prior to departure regarding travel arrangements and schedules with addresses and telephone numbers given each participant. All travel arrangements will be made by the program directors and approved by the University. All program participants must have adequate health and accident insurance coverage in case of medical care or emergencies. Students will be required to obtain International Student Identification Cards that will provide medical, death and discount benefits. Participants must provide the directors with a copy of the policy number and company name of their insurance policies.
All students must obtain a health clearance from the ASU Clinic or from their physician. Students must complete the Confidential Health History form and receive a signed health clearance form by February 1st, 2012. An immunization record will be required for clearance. The Health Clearance form should be given to the program director or to the CIS.
Itinerary
The program schedule for the 2012 International Studies Program – Italy will be available as soon as details are formalized. The schedule is subject to revision as additional details of the travel schedules, excursions, and special arrangements for meetings with business and government leaders.
Student Eligibility
Undergraduate Students:
- Must be a full-time ASU student for two consecutive semesters at time of application
- Must have completed 30 hours of course work at time of application
- Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.75 at time of application
Graduate Students:
- Current students must have GPA of 3.0
- Newly accepted student must have undergraduate GPA of 2.75
- Transfer students must have GPA of 3.0
Program Cost
The program cost will be about $5,200 to cover the round-trip airfare, accommodations, program related transportation and admission fees. Students selected for the program will be eligible for the International Studies Scholarship. Tuition and fees, local transportation, additional excursions, and extra meal expenses will be the responsibility of the student.
Faculty Leadership
The program will be co-directed by Dr. Edward Olson, Head of the Department of Criminal Justice and Political Science, and Dr. Sharynn Tomlin, Professor of International Business, Department of Management & Marketing and Director of the Center for International Studies. Both co-directors have been actively involved in international education programs. The International Education Program in Germany, 1993, was directed by Dr. Olson, with Dr. Tomlin acting as instructor and assistant director. Additionally, Dr. Tomlin and Dr. Olson co-directed a program to Sheffield, England in 1996 and in the past 10 programs to Edinburgh, Scotland. Both serve as members of the International Education Committee.
