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Nation Building,
Globalization,
and Decolonizing the Mind
 Fall Semester
(late August to mid-December)
or
Spring Semester
(late January
to mid-May)
Learn about
Namibia and South Africa as they struggle to build
nationhood, deal with the legacies of apartheid and colonialism, and
the challenges posed by the rapid process of globalization in
today's world; the challenges posted by under- and unequal
development; and the long-term project of decolonizing the mind.
Gain hands-on work experience in a development agency. Earn credit
in Political Science, Religion, Interdisciplinary Studies, or
History. See
Course Descriptions
 Location
This program
is based in Windhoek, the capital of Namibia a modern city of
200,000 located in the geographical center of the country. The city
reflects the German colonial influence and the impact of apartheid
and South African occupation, as well as the presence of 11
different ethnic groups. It is surrounded by hills, trees, gardens
and greens that provide a contrast to the aridity of much of
Namibia. Its climate is dry but pleasant, with an average high
temperature ranging from 68 to 86 degrees. English is the official
language of Namibia; Afrikaans, German, Oshiwambo, Otjiherero, Nama/Damara,
and numerous other indigenous African languages are also
spoken. More about location and
housing...
 Housing and Homestay
For most of
the program students live dormitory-style in our study center and
during the trips to South Africa modest hotels and guest houses
serve as accommodations. The program also includes a a 10-day home
stay with a household in rural Namibia, an eight-day home stay in
and urban household in Windhoek, and a three-day home stay with an
urban family in Soweto, Johannesburg.
Travel Experiences:
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 A
one-week educational seminar in Johannesburg, South Africa
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A
one-week educational seminar in Cape Town, South Africa
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Short
trips to Etosha Game National Reserve, the Atlantic Coast, and
rural areas of Namibia
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Opportunities for personal travel on weekends and during breaks.
Credit
The equivalent of four courses or 16 semester hours.
Application Deadlines:
Early application is encouraged to ensure a place in this
competitive and selective program. Applications are accepted on a
rolling admissions basis. Deadlines are October 15 (spring term) and
April 1 (fall term).
Application form.
Cost:
The
comprehensive fee for the program is $16,375 per semester (2008-09 academic
year). This includes tuition, room and board, medical/emergency
insurance, and in-country costs. Students are responsible for their
round-trip airfare to South Africa from the U.S. (a group flight is
arranged by the Center for Global Education with a local travel
agency). Contact the Center for Global Education with questions or
for information about our
scholarships for students from historically disadvantaged groups
(e-mail:
globaled@augsburg.edu or 800-299-8889).
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