INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS

International Commitment

The Florida State University recognizes that a great university ideally builds and extends its service, its potential for research, and its scholarly standing, and enhances its contribution to the education of students and citizens of the state by providing an international dimension in its educational programs. This is true in the professions, the sciences, the arts, and the humanities.

The University recognizes that in this interdependent world, the welfare of the state and the well-being of its citizens are linked to the welfare of all mankind. Thus, it is urgent that the teaching, research, and service of The Florida State University support the economic and social development of the state, the nation, and other countries; protect the world environment; lead individuals and groups to better understanding of themselves and others; and contribute toward international understanding, world peace, and community self-awareness.

The University, in serving the community, recognizes that its major responsibility is to educate students in a manner that provides them with the understanding, skills, and knowledge that will allow them to be creative and useful citizens not only of the state, but of the world. In this process of education, students from other countries who study at our campus and The Florida State University students who have studied overseas play an important role.

To accomplish these goals, The Florida State University encourages and seeks to have students from abroad in its undergraduate, graduate, and professional colleges and schools in such numbers, and with such geographic origins, as to have an impact on the achievement of the University's educational goals. It also seeks to provide opportunities for study abroad for its students and to afford them guidance and assistance in integrating these experiences with regular University study. Finally, the University encourages the development of an international dimension in the teaching, research, and service of its faculty through the exchange of persons, ideas, and materials with other countries.

The Florida State University seeks to accomplish these objectives through evaluation of existing and proposed international programs and services and by both short- and long-range planning for continued improvement and innovation to further the goals of international education in the University. Consistent with these goals, the University resolves to make available its facilities and resources to offer diversified international educational programs of quality and usefulness for all its students. The financial support needed for the accomplishment of these goals will be provided by University resources and is actively sought from state, federal, and foreign governments, as well as from international organizations, foundations, private organizations, and individual donors.

Beyond Borders: International Service and Cultural Exchanges

Beyond Borders is a university-to-university exchange program that provides opportunities for students to engage in intensive, short-term intercultural experiences while performing community service. Currently, The Florida State University has exchanges with the University of Costa Rica, Atlantic Branch (Turrialba, Costa Rica) and the University of the West Indies, Mona Campus (Kingston, Jamaica). Participants live with local families or in university facilities and serve as volunteers in projects organized by the host institutions, which also arrange for housing and most meals. Air travel, required health insurance, special trips and some administrative costs are paid by participants. All The Florida State University's students are eligible to apply; groups are limited to 10-12 students. 107 South Wildwood, Tallahassee, FL 32306-4240; (850) 644-1702; rchristi@admin.fsu.edu; http://www.fsu.edu./~fsu-isc/.

International Programs

Associate Director: John B. Brennan

The Florida State University offers a wide variety of opportunities for students to study overseas, both during the regular academic year and in special summer programs. Students learn not only from their exposure to the cultural resources of the host countries but also through their firsthand observations and participation in the political, economic, and social changes taking place outside the United States.

Further assistance in applying for any of these programs may be obtained by writing or calling International Programs Office, A5500 University Center, Tallahassee FL 32306-2420. (850) 644-3272. Fax (850) 644-8817. Email: intprog@www.fsu.edu. Website: http://www.international.fsu.edu.

Year-Round Programs:

Florence/London/Valencia/Panama

Director, International Programs: James E. Pitts; Florence, Resident Director: Victor Carrabino; London, Resident Director: Eugene J. Crook; Valencia, Administrative Director: Ignacio Messana; Panama, Director: Jeremy Brown

The University has operated international study centers in Florence, Italy since 1966, in London, England since 1971, and in Valencia, Spain, since 2000. The FSU-Panama campus has operated through The Florida State University since 1957. At each of these locations, The Florida State University faculty and approved adjuncts conduct liberal studies as well as specialized courses during each of the Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters. The centers are open to students from all state universities in Florida as well as other U.S. institutions.

All of the year-round centers offer courses which enable students to make normal progress towards their chosen degrees. In Florence, the courses usually offered are in the areas of art history, classics, English, history, the humanities, Italian, and politics. The London center offers courses in the areas of art history, education, English, history, music, politics, social sciences, theatre, and select areas which fulfill some general studies area requirements. The School of Theatre also offers a Theatre Experience program for majors. The Department of Art History co-sponsors a program in Museum Studies in London. There are numerous internships available. Students may also complete an interdepartmental British Studies London Center Minor. In Valencia, courses are offered in English, the humanities, music, Spanish language, literature and civilization, and select areas, which fulfill some general studies area requirements. Internships are available for a variety of majors. Courses in Valencia are taught by The Florida State University faculty and approved local adjuncts. Courses in Florence and London are taught by regular faculty and instructors from the State University System of Florida, and approved local adjuncts. For further information on the British Studies or Italian Studies Minors, refer to the "Academic Departments and Programs" section of this General Bulletin. Internships and research opportunities are available.

Summer Programs

San Jose, Costa Rica

This program offers one six-week session during the summer in Costa Rica. Classes are taught by The Florida State University faculty supplemented by approved Costa Rican adjunct faculty. Courses generally cover Spanish language, literature and civilization, history of Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean, business, and politics.

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Thirty years ago, The Florida State University established an educational link with the then-Yugoslavia to establish understanding of a rapidly evolving Southeast Europe. This linkage has changed with the dynamics of the democratic region, and is now an ongoing summer offering in the coastal city of Dubrovnik, Croatia. On the program, students will explore the topics of politics, culture, and transition through coursework and excursions in and around the region. Studies will be based at the historic Inter-University Centre.

Prague, Czech Republic

In cooperation with the faculty of Charles University in Prague, The Florida State University offers a summer program that is typically six weeks long. Course offerings cover a broad range of academic areas including comparative criminal justice, comparative politics, history and culture, and elementary language acquisition.

Paris, France

This six-week program offers courses that typically include elementary, intermediate and advanced language, contemporary French culture, and civilization, art history, English writing and literature courses. Courses will be taught by The Florida State University faculty and approved local adjuncts.

Munich, Germany

A recent addition to our summer offerings, this four-week session takes place within the rich artistic culture of Bavaria's historical capital. Students take enhanced courses ranging from the arts to language to mathematics. Faculty includes both The Florida State University professors specializing in German culture and local adjunct professors with experience teaching in the United States.

Accra/Kumasi, Ghana

In cooperation with the Institute of African Studies at the University of Ghana, Legon, The Florida State University offers an intensive six-week program. Students will have the opportunity to sensitively conduct photography projects within the atmosphere of Africa's urban culture. This workshop will include class work examining the various approaches used to photograph people and culture while exercising knowledge and sensitivity. Students also will be offered a course in West African aesthetics among the Ga and Ashante peoples of Ghana.

Chalkidiki, Greece

Led by The Florida State University faculty as well as local adjunct faculty from Aristotle University, the instruction for this summer program generally includes courses in psychology (comparative health psychology), art history, classics, literature, and humanities. This program lasts four weeks and, in the past, has included visits to Thessaloniki, Mount Olympus, Petralona, Mount Athos, and Athens.

Dublin, Ireland

Housed within the prestigious Trinity College, this four-week summer program gives students the opportunity to take courses taught by distinguished The Florida State University and University of Dublin faculty. Program offerings include excursions around Dublin and to Galway, the Aran Islands, and prehistoric New Grange. Courses focus on Irish life and culture, humanities, theater, and history.

Moscow, Russia

This six-week program is based in Moscow with a program enhancement excursion to St. Petersburg. Students are housed and take classes at the Moscow State University campus. Courses are taught by The Florida State University faculty and approved faculty from the Moscow State University. No previous knowledge of Russian is required. Language classes are offered for beginners through advanced. Other courses include Russian literature, history, culture and civilization.

Johannesburg, South Africa

Based in Johannesburg, this four-week summer program offers undergraduate students an intimate understanding of some of South Africa's most important contemporary artists and art professionals. The course work integrates formal presentations, informal seminars, studio visits, and lectures provided by visiting art professors and members of the cultural community. The students' experience will be deepened by cultural excursions around the country, including possible ventures throughout Gauteng and around Cape Town.

Leysin, Switzerland

A summer offering since 1970, this program offers both hospitality administration majors and interested non-majors the opportunity to explore the heartland of Europe's hospitality and tourism industry. The program offers students an ideal educational balance of lectures, seminars, and on-site industry observations. The student's experience will be enhanced by travel to nearby destinations.

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

This six-week summer program gives students the opportunity to take humanities, music, language, and interdisciplinary social science courses in the heart of Southeast Asia's evolving economy. Students will take weekend and day trips around the country, enhancing their studies and gaining a new perspective of one of the world's least known and unspoiled nations.

For further information on any of the above programs, contact the International Programs Office, A5500 University Center, 32306-2420. (850) 644-3272. Fax (850) 644-8817. E-mail: intprog@www.fsu.edu. Website: http://www.international.fsu.edu.

Law Programs

The Florida State University traditionally conducts international law programs in two locations: Oxford, England and Bridgetown, Barbados. Whether it is in the prestigious academic atmosphere of Oxford University or the young democratic island government of Barbados, these programs utilize their unique settings to enhance the study of international and comparative law. The summer programs last from five to six weeks. ABA-approved law courses are taught by a combination of The Florida State University College of Law faculty and approved local adjunct professors. The programs are available to students in good standing at an ABA-approved law school and who have at least one year of study completed.

Summer Program in Law at Prague

Director: Donna R. Christie

In conjunction with the law faculty of Charles University, the College of Law conducts a summer program in Prague, Czech Republic. The five-week program is taught by members of both law faculties and includes courses on comparative and international environmental law. The five-week program in June is scheduled to allow students to also attend The Florida State University's Summer Program in Law at Oxford. The program is open to law students from the United States and Canada, and is also attended by a limited number of Charles University law students. For information, contact: Director, The Florida State University Summer Program in Law at Prague, Tallahassee, FL 32306-1601; (850)644-4249; dchristi@law.fsu.edu.

Specialized Summer Programs

Aside from specific offerings to students of law, The Florida State University International Programs offers a rapidly expanding selection of specialized study programs. These programs are special interest, majors-orientated programs. London, England, hosts the majority of these programs with the following offerings: Graduate Theatre, Museum Studies, British Television Experience, World Museums, Social Work, Art Therapy, and International Film Styles. Valencia, Spain, is another popular site for majors-oriented programs: Drawing in the Environment, World Museums, and Hospitality. In addition, a wide selection of programs use multiple locations around Europe for their studies, such as International Business and Marketing; International Affairs; Global Sports Administration, Textiles, Apparel, and Retail Merchandising; Studies in Design; and International Social Work Practice.

Other Programs

Archaeological Excavations in Chianti, Italy

Director: Nancy T. de Grummond

The Department of Classical Languages, Literature, and Civilization conducts excavations at the Etruscan and Roman site of Cetamura, in the district of Chianti near Florence, Italy. Each summer the department sponsors a field school for six weeks at the site. The field school is open to students from throughout the State University System of Florida and constitutes an important part of the master's degree program with a concentration in classical archaeology. Department of Classical Languages, Literature, and Civilization; 205 Dodd Hall.

Florida-Costa Rica Institute

Codirector: Joan Cassels

The Florida State University and Valencia Community College coadminister the Florida-Costa Rica Linkage Institute on behalf of the state's higher education systems.

The Florida-Costa Rica Linkage Institute is one of the three original linkage institutes established by the Florida Legislature in 1986. The International Linkage Institute Program has expanded since that time to include a total of eleven Institutes throughout the state.

The Florida-Costa Rica Institute's (FLORICA) activities extend well beyond the traditional study-abroad center concept. Opportunities exist in both university and community college fields for staff development, curriculum development, collaborative research, technical assistance, cultural exchange, faculty exchange, student exchange, intensive Spanish instruction, library materials exchange, computer linkage, and joint commercial ventures. The above activities are undertaken in conjunction with Costa Rica's four public universities, its Ministry of Education, and Florida's ten state universities and 28 community colleges. The institute is also designed to facilitate cooperation between governmental, scientific, cultural, and commercial organizations. A5500 University Center, 32306-2420.

Florida-France Institute

Codirector: Joan Cassels

The Florida State University, University of South Florida, and Miami-Dade Community College coadminister the Florida-France Linkage Institute on behalf of the state's higher education systems.

The Florida-France Institute was established in 1989 and is one of 11 Florida bi-national linkage institutes created by the Florida legislature to promote business, educational, cultural, and scientific exchange between Florida and other nations and regions of the world. France is a major trading partner with Florida and has growing business and investment interests in the state. Similarly, Florida seeks new opportunities for business in France, especially with its sister-region of Languedoc-Roussillon and the French Caribbean.

The Florida-France Institute serves a multitude of interest groups in Florida and in France by providing opportunities for education and training as well as for activities related to trade promotion, business promotion, cooperative research, and mutual technical assistance as well as educational and cultural exchange.

The Florida-France Institute links the resources of Florida's ten universities and 28 community colleges with those of state government and business to forge a network of partnerships with French educational, governmental, and private sector institutions. A5500 University Center, 32306-2420.