GLBL 298

Fall 2018 Part of Term B

Part of Term B
Oct 22-Dec 12

Global Studies Seminar Abroad

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Credit: 3 OR 6 hours.

Seminars introduce students to aspects of globalization through a case study of a particular location abroad. On campus, students explore historical and contemporary aspects of the location abroad to prepare for their field visit. Abroad, students engage with local resources and people to better understand how the local site contributes to and is impacted by relevant global processes under focus. Course activities will include a field site visit abroad, discussions, lectures, short essays, student presentation, and final projects. Topics vary according to site location and instructor expertise.

May be repeated in separate terms to a maximum of 6 hours.

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GLBL 298 class schedule data for fall 2018
	CRN	Type	Section	Time	Day	Location	Instructor	Section Details
	54873	Lecture-Discussion	VV	5:00PM -6:50PM	W	Lincoln Hall	Silverman, H	Part of Term: B Date Range: 10/22/18-12/12/18 Special Approval: Departmental Approval Required Credit: 3 hours Section Title: Peru - Cultural Tourism... Section Info: Join Professor Helaine Silverman (Anthropology) on this thrilling exploration of the heartland of the ancient Inca Empire. See its heritage expressed by the descendants of that great Andean society. Visit spectacular ruins, including the renowned “lost city” of Machu Picchu. Fly over the snow-capped Andes mountains. Travel on one of the most scenic train rides in the world. See the beautiful colonial churches built by the Spanish conquerors in Cuzco, the former Inca capital and today the epicenter of global tourism. Learn about the politics and policies of tourism and heritage management that promote economic development in this stunning highland region. Sample the delicious cuisine of Peru, which has achieved global acclaim. Stay in unique hotels. Participate in many interactions with local people. Finish the trip with two fascinating days in Peru's capital city, Lima, where we continue our time-travel through the heritage and economic development of the pre-Columbian, colonial and modern city. Enjoy a special tour of the UNESCO-designated historic center and a full day at a restored hacienda. Professor Silverman spent the first half of her adult life in Peru working as an archaeologist and since then has conducted more than ten years of contemporary research there. This study-abroad experience offers an insider's view of the country. DATES OF THE PERU PORTION: JANUARY 1-12 2019 In Class dates will be Wednesdays from 5-7pm. Location: 1062 Lincoln Hall. First class meeting will be October 31, 2018.