COLL 350 Study Abroad Prepration
This course should be taken in the semester immediately before the student intends to study abroad (Fall for Spring study abroad; Spring for Summer or Fall study abroad). Students will be introduced to the foundational theoretical concepts of the academic discipline most often referred to as culture learning. Through guided research and readings, they will also develop knowledge of the culture(s) in their destination(s) abroad. On a practical level, students will identify their personal and academic goals for study abroad and will work through the logistical issues of program selection, application, housing arrangements, finances, and course selection and pre-approval.