Study of and in other cultures can be a significant part of a liberal education. Greensboro College therefore encourages its students to participate in its programs of study abroad. Details about the individual programs, along with information on how to apply for them, are available from the Study Abroad Advisor. Students also should consult with a Greensboro College faculty member in the intended discipline of study.
The London Program
The Connexion is Greensboro College's exchange program with Southlands College of Roehampton University in London. Participation in The Connexion is open to students of all majors who have earned at least 28 semester hours while enrolled at Greensboro College prior to the start of their participation in the exchange program. Preference will be given to those students who have earned a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.75, and students who participate in The Connexion are expected to be in good academic, financial, and disciplinary standing.
Students may participate in The Connexion during the fall semester, the spring semester, or for an academic year. Total cost of the program is the same as the cost of the same term at Greensboro College for a traditional, residential student.
Application deadlines for The Connexion:
For fall semester: Application materials submitted by March 15
For spring semester: Application materials submitted by October 1
For further information about The Connexion, contact the Study Abroad Advisor.
The Germany Program
Greensboro College has an exchange agreement with Ludwigsburg University of Education (LUE) in Ludwigsburg, which is centrally located in southwest Germany, north of Stuttgart. LUE offers a range of subjects for study. Students need not know German since many classes are taught in English. For those who wish to learn and improve their German, language and culture courses are offered at varying levels. The academic year in Ludwigsburg is divided into a winter semester and a summer semester. However, arrangements can be made to accommodate students to coordinate with the Greensboro College academic calendar. Students who participate in the Ludwigsburg Exchange Program are expected to be in good academic, financial, and disciplinary standing. The total cost of the program is the same as the cost of the same term at Greensboro College for a traditional, residential student
Application deadlines for Ludwigsburg University of Education:
For fall semester: Application materials submitted by April 15
For spring semester: Application materials submitted by November 15
For further information about the Ludwigsburg University of Education program, please contact the Study Abroad Advisor.
The Paris Program
Greensboro College is a member of the North Carolina Semester in Paris Consortium. Other member institutions include the University of North Carolina at Wilmington, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Guilford College, High Point University, East Carolina University, and Elon University; the Consortium is administered by the Office of International Programs at UNC-W and is directed by the program director, who resides in Paris. Many of the professors teaching in this program have worked together with the NC Consortium for more than 20 years.
The North Carolina Consortium program is open to all sophomores, juniors, and seniors in good academic standing with a 2.75 grade point average and above. Second-year college level French or above is required, but the program is designed for non-majors as well as majors. The French language component is strongly emphasized, with intensive courses at the Sorbonne and a home stay. Students who complete the program may receive 15-18 semester hours credit. The NC Consortium is offered both fall and spring semesters. Total cost for the program includes tuition, housing and some meals, and selected excursions in and around Paris.
For further information about the North Carolina Semester in Paris, contact the Study Abroad Advisor or the faculty in French.
The Council on International Educational Exchange
The CIEE is a non-profit, nongovernmental organization committed to helping people gain understanding, acquire knowledge and develop skills for living in a globally interdependent world. CIEE provides study abroad programs for university students: 104 programs in 35 countries. Greensboro College is a member of the Academic Consortium, a membership organization comprising all colleges and universities that sponsor CIEE Study Center study abroad programs managed by CIEE. Students who are interested in learning more about the CIEE study abroad opportunities should contact the Director of International Studies or the Study Abroad Advisor.
Other Study Abroad Programs
Students may undertake study abroad in any other program sponsored by an accredited college or university. Information about such programs is available from Study Abroad Advisor. Credits and grades earned in such programs will be considered according to Greensboro College's regular transfer policy. Before enrolling in any study abroad program, therefore, students should consult with the Greensboro College faculty in the intended discipline of study.
Students may also participate in faculty-led study tours offered at various times during the year.
Contact:
Dr. Joti Sekhon
Professor of Sociology
Director, International Studies Program
Tel: 336-272-7102, ext., 234
sekhonj@gborocollege.edu
Dr. Jillian Haeseler
Assistant Professor of English
Study Abroad Advisor
Cowan 306
Tel: 336-272-7102 ext., 285
jhaeseler@gborocollege.edu
International Studies/Study Abroad Office, 211 Main
336-272-7102 x585
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