University of Arkansas Study Abroad and International Exchange



Presented by: J. William Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences

Unfamiliar Japan

May 20- June 20, 2008

2008 Flyer                    2008 Program Application

NEW: Asian Studies Study Abroad Scholarship Application

 

Program Description

Course Offerings

Faculty

Financial Aid and Scholarships

Eligibility

Application Deadline

Further Information

How to Apply

 

Program Description

This four-week trip aims to gain a deep insight into modern and traditional Japan, while earning 6 credit hours.  Students will visit Shimane Prefecture (where things remain essentially unchanged for centuries) and Tokyo/Yokohama (where things change constantly).  As a way to understand key elements of the history that shaped the  nation’s current trends, this trip will guide students to a wide range of venues in Japan such as historical landmarks, museums, state-of-the-art corporate facilities, and metropolitan attractions. Students will also have opportunities for firsthand demonstration of traditional craftwork and food production.  Shimane University and Kanto Gakuin University (both UA partner institutions) will coordinate cultural activities to complement the itinerary.

Course Offerings


FLAN 3923H

JAPN 4213

JAPN 3983


Faculty

Tatsuya Fukushima, tatsuya@uark.edu, Associate Professor of Japanese, University of Arkansas

 

Financial Aid/Scholarships

Financial aid and scholarships are available to UA students.  Visiting students must apply for financial aid through their home university.  The NEW Asian Studies Study Abroad Scholarship will be available on a competitive basis to students majoring in Fulbright College and not enrolled in the Honors College who want to study abroad on this program.   Honors College students should apply for study abroad grants through the UA Honors College.  Contact the UA Office of Study Abroad for applications and deadlines or visit the Honors website.



Eligibility

Students must have completed a minimum of 24 hours by the beginning of the program with a cumulative GPA of 2.6 or better. Applicants are asked to complete a brief interview with the program leader. In addition, one academic recommendation from a faculty member or academic advisor is required.

 
Deadline

The application deadline is January 21, 2008.  A deposit is required upon acceptance into the program.


Further Information
For assistance with applications, costs, travel arrangements, etc., contact:

Laura Moix
UA Faculty Led Short Term Programs
Office of Study Abroad and International Exchange
lmoix@uark.edu 
479-575-7582

For additional  information about courses or program content, contact:

Tatsuya Fukushima
Department of Foreign Languages, FLAN 425
tatsuya@uark.edu
479-575-2509


How to Apply

Applications are available at the Office of Study Abroad, 722 W. Maple, Fayetteville, AR 72701 or by clicking on the links at the top of the page.

The University of Arkansas reserves the right to alter program costs or content, or to cancel the program should extraordinary circumstances require it.
Last updated: 10/05/07


Office of Study Abroad, 722 W. Maple St., Fayetteville, AR 72701
Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm Monday - Friday, Phone: (479)-575-7582
studyabroad@uark.edu