Information Sessions for Global Studies Abroad

If you would like to get more information or ask questions about study abroad opportunities available through the UAH Global Studies Program, you can come to one (or both ) of two information sessions:

Tuesday, November 9, 12:00pm to 1:00pm, Morton 343

Thursday, November 11, 12:00pm to 1:00pm, Morton 343

This Spring! GS 400: Europe - Culture, Society, Politics

The name “European Union” suggests a union of European states, cultures, and identities. In many ways, this has occurred. The EU now has 27 members, 16 of which have introduced the common currency, the Euro. EU enthusiasts speak of a “Europeanization” and the development of a postnational “European identity” that will bring Europeans of different languages, faiths, and habits together under a common idea of “Europe.” Yet, if we go beyond the political and economic structures that have produced common policies in multiple areas of politics, economics, and daily life, we can identify tensions and fissures in this idea of “Europe.” Conflicts between old and new members of the EU, between East and West, between North and South, between pro- and anti-immigration voices, and between advocates and opponents of EU membership for Turkey all complicate the vision of an ever-unifying Europe. In this seminar, we will read, discuss, and view various articulations of “Europe.” We will explore the complexities of cultures and identities in Europe. We will also critically approach various recent appraisals of Europe and the European Union project. Students at junior level or above from ANY major are eligible to take this course. Questions? Email Dr. David Johnson or call 256-824-6288.

Study Abroad Opportunities for 2011

The Global Studies Program is offering a number of exciting study abroad opportunities for 2011, including offerings in Greece, Italy, England, and Spain. Please click here to see a list of these opportunities.

Questions? Email globalstudies@uah.edu.

UAHuntsville Students in Spain

UAHuntsville students have been learning Spanish in Pamplona, Spain and have created a YouTube channel. Please click here to see the incredible sights and experiences. In 2011, students will again have the opportunity to study in Spanish in Spain. Stay tuned for more details.

Congratulations to Mary Crouch and Nathan List

Mary Crouch, a December 2010 graduate of UAHuntsville (major in Spanish and minor in Global Studies), has received a Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship for Colombia. As a Fulbright fellow, Mary will spend the 2010-2011 academic year in Colombia helping to teach English to Colombian high school students.

Nathan List has been chosen as the 2009-2010 Outstanding Student in Global Studies. Nathan is majoring in political science and has completed the requirements for the Global Studies cognate.

Congratulations to Mary and Nathan!

Informational Meeting for Fulbright Program

On Wednesday, April 7 from 3:30 to 4:30 pm in Morton Hall 312, Dr. Johnson will host an informational session for the United States Fulbright Program.

The Fulbright is a competitive program that offers academic-year length fellowships for research, creative work, and teaching English in 140 countries around the world.

If you have questions, please contact Dr. Johnson at david.johnson@uah.edu or 256-824-6288.

You can also find more information about the Fulbright program by clicking here.

Study in Romania this Summer!

You can study in Romania this summer (June 13-26, 2010) and earn 6 UAH credits (MGT 470/490 for undergraduates and MGT 570/650 for graduates). This course, led by Dr. Jim McCollum and co-sponsored by the Romanian-American University and the University of Alabama in Huntsville, explores international trade and policies, the global economy, European monetary policy, globalization, international business management, project management and organizational behavior in the setting of Romania. Romania joined the European Union on January 1, 2007, and offers numerous opportunities to explore the ramifications of EU expansion in eastern Europe.

UAHuntsville students will join Romanian managers and undergraduate and graduate students in the class. Assignments will include negotiations in teams, proposal writing in teams, executing project management in teams, project opportunities and foreign trade opportunities between the U.S., Romania, and others.

For more information on deadlines and estimated travel expenses, please contact Dr. James McCollum at mccollj@uah.edu.