Summer Abroad
Summer Abroad 2008

Central European Transition


Prague, CZECH REPUBLIC & Bratislava, SLOVAKIA
Course Dates: April -June 6 (two on-campus sessions in April; dates TBA)
Overseas: May 28-June 4
IAFF 316.60 (3 credits)
Professor Sharon Wolchik


PROGRAM
This course examines selected political, social, economic, and foreign policy issues since the end of communism in the Czech Republic and Slovakia. It also focuses on the new issues that have arisen in these areas now that these countries are part of NATO and the EU. Students meet several times in DC prior to departure. In Prague and Bratislava, we meet with academic experts, analysts in think tanks, political leaders, non-governmental organization activists, and government officials. Requirements include: active participation in class sessions and a research paper due in early September on a topic to be agreed upon by the student and instructor.

COSTS
The cost of the program is estimated at $3,563 for three credits tuition, study abroad insurance, lodging, transportation, group meals, and cultural events. International airfare and personal expenses are not included.

MORE INFORMATION
Inquiries may be addressed to Professor Wolchik by e-mail at wolchik@gwu.edu or the Office for Study Abroad (OSA) at 202-994-1649, e-mail studyabr@gwu.edu.

TO APPLY
Students need to contact the professor of the course directly, and then complete the online application. Applications are due by FEBRUARY 29, 2008. A nonrefundable fee will apply to students who withdraw after the enrollment deadline.

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NOTE: Please be advised that the fees listed are based on estimates and are subject to change. GW reserves the right to cancel this program at any time without notice.

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