Each year the International Education Center hosts a series of faculty led short-term programs during the summer and winter terms, lasting between 7 - 21days. Programs, led by Brookdale faculty, take students outside the traditional classroom and allow them a firsthand look at the history and culture which often times is only portrayed through lectures and textbooks. Students generally earn 3 hours of course credit for successful completion of the program and its related components.
These programs are open to both students and community members aged 18 and older. Acceptance to the program is determined by the order in which applications are received. Past programs include Ghana, Ireland, Greece, Ecuador, France, Rwanda, Italy, Mexico, Japan and Peru. The Elaine Baran Scholarship is available to those Brookdale students who qualify. For additional information, please contact us at international@brookdalecc.edu.
The EU Program has been postponed until the Summer 2011 term. More information regarding this program will be available at a later date. We encourage you to browse other programs or the CCIS Semester and Summer programs in Germany which offer a variety of courses including German language immersion.
Unforunately, the program in Canada is no longer being offered. We encourage you to browse other programs, or the CCIS Semester and Summer Programs in Canada which provide French language immersion.
Interior Design from the Renaissance to 19th Century
May 19 – 28, 2010
The focus of this course is to explore various historical styles of architecture, furniture and interiors from the Baroque, Rococo and Neo Classical styles in and around Paris, the Loire Valley, and Barcelona. Program highlights include architectural tours of Paris and Barcelona, visits to the Louvre, Versailles, Château d'Amboise, La Sagrada Familia, and the Barcelona Cathedral. Students will earn 3 credits for ARTS 295 (Special Project in Interior Design).
Tracing a History, Touching a Culture, Transforming a Future
January 2011
Combining exploration with volunteerism, this study-abroad experience takes you on a journey to West Africa. From its indelible link to the African Diaspora, to its ties to European colonialism, to the visionaries who made it the first independent African state, Ghana is rich with history. You’ll have an opportunity for service learning in a village participating in community development activities. Students will earn 3 credits for HIST 145 (African American History), ENGL 122 (Writing and Research), ENGL 150 (African American Literature), or ANTH 106 (Cultures of the World).
Experience the richness of Italian Culture and History as you travel to Rome, Naples, Amalfi Coast, Pompeii, and Sicily. Criminal Justice students will also have an introduction to the Italian justice system. Students will earn credit for HIST 105 (World Civilization I), HIST 106 (World Civilization II), or CRJU 295 (A Comparison of the Italian and U.S. Justice System).
Due to a cancellation there is now one opening on the Italy trip! The student must already be in possession of a valid passport and be able to immediately pay in full. For more information call 732-224-2173 and speak with Anna Flood.
Aztec to Zapotec: Mexican Culture from Tenochtitlan to Oaxaca
July 1 – 10, 2010
Imagine traveling through the Avenue of the Dead or climbing the Pyramids of the Sun and Moon or spending time with vibrant traditional ethnic groups in the heart of old Mexico, Oaxaca. Through tours of Mexico City and Oaxaca, both ancient and modern Mexican civilization will come alive. Students will earn 3 credits for ANTH 105 (Cultural Anthropology) or ANTH 115 (Archeology) as they explore our southern neighbor, Mexico, a country rich in tradition, history, art, and vitality. The application/deposit deadline has been EXTENDED to March 15, 2010.
INFORMATION SESSION ADDED: March 8, 2010 from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. in MAC 110 on the Lincroft Campus.
Join us for a 10-day excursion to the City of Light while earning Brookdale credits. Visit Paris's best sites: the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre Museum, the Palace of Kings at Versailles, and Notre Dame. Students will earn 3 credits for ENGL 221 (Creative Writing) and use the city to inspire their poetry and fiction, or ENGL 235 (World Literature) and see where the many famous writers who have lived in Paris worked and played.
Rwanda: Roads to Recovery - Lending a Helping Hand
Summer 2011
This short term study abroad trip to Rwanda, Africa will be a profound cultural exchange experience for participants from a wide variety of academic interests. Participants will interact and work directly with community members, students and faculty from the Kigali Health Institute in Kigali and Kibuye, Rwanda. The program is designed as a service learning program where participants will take part in community service and educational projects as part of their experiences.
NOTE: Students participating in the Rwanda program ARE eligible and invited to apply for the Elaine Baran Scholarship.
Faculty Leader: Terry Konn - tkonn@brookdalecc.edu
Itinerary, Costs, and Deadlines - Coming soon!
Application, Confirmation Form, Statement of Refund, Risk & Liability Form - Coming soon!
BCC Short-Term Study Abroad Programs are open to students and community members at least 18 years of age. Individuals interested in applying should complete the Applicationand additional required forms (see individual program information) & deposit by the due date as cited. Because the programs are open admission, acceptance is given on a first-come basis. A reservation is secured once forms are completed and the non-refundable deposit is provided.
Submitting Materials:
Materials can be submitted in one of the following ways:
1.) In-person at our office located on the Lincroft Campus, MAC 114. Our business hours are Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00pm EST
2.) By mail to the following address:
International Education Center
Brookdale Community College
765 Newman Springs Road
Lincroft, NJ 07738
