List of Upcoming Short-term Travel Seminar Opportunities
The Center for Global Education at Augsburg College is offering the following travel opportunities open to the general public. The seminars are listed by region, then in reverse chronological order. Click to download a brochure or for more information on any trip, call us at 800-299-8889 or send an e-mail to globaled@augsburg.edu and reference the trip code or trip dates.
- Travel Seminars to Latin America
- Travel Seminars to South Africa & Namibia
- Travel Seminars to Other Regions
Nicaragua
Faculty Development: Education for Global Citizenship
June 23- July 1, 2012
This faculty development seminar to Nicaragua is designed for faculty from a variety of disciplines to explore theories and best practices of experiential education in an intercultural context. The seminar will give you the opportunity to hear from a broad cross-section of Nicaraguan society and discuss global citizenship with faculty across disciplines. Finally, you will have the opportunity to network with colleagues from a variety of disciplines and discuss ways to internationalize curriculum and rethink course design in light of global citizenship. Brochure Travel Now
Cuba
The April open seminar in Cuba has been CANCELED. Due to unprecedented demand for other seminars, CGE is not able to go forth with this trip. We regret its recent advertisement in the Global News and Notes.Mexico
2012 Elections: Democracy and the Fight for Social Justice
June 25-July 3, 2012
A firsthand experience of the presidential elections will be a fascinating experience, especially after Mexico celebrated its bicentennial as an independent country and is still looking for social justice. This travel seminar will examine different perspectives on the upcoming elections and its possible outcome as well as the key issues the new government will face within the current context of neoliberalism and globalization. This program will also explore current economic and social conditions, key issues in Mexico, and cultural treasures. Brochure Travel NowGuatemala
Education for DecolonizationJune 22-30, 2013
On this professional Development Seminar, educators will analyze the enduring legacy of colonialism, consider the responsibility to understand the dynamics of colonialism, and study the strategies being employed to decolonize and reconstruct more just communities. The program will also address the roles that international organizations and committed individuals have played in addressing systems of domination and defending the rights of Indigenous peoples in Guatemala. Activities include travel to the highlands to visit with Indigenous communities; dialogues with women about gender roles in a changing society; visits to schools; and participation in a Mayan religious ceremony. Further details and a registration link will be posted soon. If you are interested in this seminar, please contact us. Brochure
