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Discover the vibrant and exciting city of Berlin, the capital of Germany!

HIS2721: Cities at War

 

Program at a Glance

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活动日期:2023年5月14日至6月4日

 

This program is a 地标大学留学PLUS program and is designed with the needs of autistic students in mind.

Program Leaders

Academic Director: Brian Cohen
Program Director: Christie Herbert
社会语用学主任: Andy Donahue

Considerations

Consider the following to determine if this course is right for you. Details below.

自由时间/独立性:可变
Physical Demands: Low
Transitions: Low
Stimuli: Low

跟随我们的柏林计划的冒险! 查看2023夏季项目博客.

Cities at War is a course that explores the experience of Berlin during World War II. 通过参观博物馆, monuments, and historic sites, students will gain an understanding of the city’s history through multiple perspectives.

Extra support on the program makes it an ideal program for first-time travelers or students who thrive in an environment with consistency and structure.

Dates

May 14 – June 4, 2023

Program Overview

Please note that the application period for the Summer 2023 Berlin Study Abroad Program has ended.

This is a 地标大学留学PLUS Program and is designed with the needs of autistic students in mind—but the program is open to everyone. For more information on Study Abroad PLUS, please see the “Program Details” section below.

Primary goal: to explore the experiences and memories of the people of Berlin during World War II.

  • Study social, cultural, 还有军事历史, via digital resources, 还有重要的历史遗迹.
  • 关注德国和盟国的观点, with an emphasis on “everyday” experience of Berlin citizens during wartime.
  • Explore “historical memory” and the different ways that Berlin has memorialized the war.

住房、交通和项目活动

  • 住在超现代的地方 CIEE Global Institute 位于克罗伊茨贝格中心社区.
  • 交通包括当地交通:地铁、公共汽车或有轨电车.
  • 该项目包括参观柏林周围的当地景点.

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Berlin Program Details

  • Considerations

    Consider the following to determine if this course is right for your learning style.

    自由时间/独立性:可变
    这个课程是高度结构化的，每天都有规律的时间表. 在空闲时间，项目负责人将提供可选活动. However, students who want to explore independently will have plenty of opportunities to do so.

    Physical Demands: Low
    该计划包括在博物馆和纪念碑遗址散步. 这群人将使用公共交通出行.

    Transitions: Low
    整个三周，这个项目都是在同一栋房子里进行的. The schedule of daily activities is regular and does not change throughout the program.

    Stimuli: Low
    While students will see a variety of sights and experience public transportation in a very large city, it is included in the context of a program with extra supports and guidance to help students navigate successfully.

  • Study Abroad PLUS

    All students are invited to apply for any program that interests them. The Cities at War program in Berlin is a Landmark Study Abroad PLUS program, 专为自闭症学生的需要而设计:

    • Consistent housing: the program stays in one location for the full three weeks.
    • Local travel: the itinerary includes local excursions in and around Berlin, 但没有长时间的城市以外的全天旅行.
    • Extended orientation: faculty spend extra time helping students get to know Berlin, including public transportation and neighborhoods near accommodations.
    • Dietary flexibility: Berlin offers opportunities to find many kinds of foods, 适合冒险和谨慎的食客, 还有食物过敏和敏感.
    • Student support: three program leaders ensure that there is plenty of support for logistical, cultural, academic, and social needs.

  • Prerequisites

    This is a 3-credit, 2000-level course and requires the following prerequisites:

    • 良好的学术成绩(平均成绩2分).0 or above)
    • WRT1011 and
    • EDU1011 and
    • 1门1000级历史/宗教/哲学/艺术史课程

    OR 系主任的许可

  • 历史助理教授布莱恩·科恩的照片Academic Director: Brian Cohen, 历史学助理教授

    Brian Cohen is an Associate Professor of History at Landmark College. Brian has led the Study Abroad PLUS trip to Berlin for several years.

    Brian’s academic interests include military, American colonial, and 20th century history. He recently wrote and presented a paper discussing British martial law in New York during the American War for Independence

     

    艺术教授克里斯蒂·赫伯特的照片Program Director: Christie Herbert, Professor of Arts

    Christie Herbert is a Professor of Art and has taught at Landmark College since 1986. Christie is a practicing ceramic artist and creates both sculptural and functional work.

    Christie earned a B.A. 里德学院英语专业毕业, a Masters in Teaching from the School for International Training, and an M.F.A. 佛蒙特美术学院视觉艺术专业毕业. She currently serves as the president of the board at the Brattleboro Museum and Art Center.

     

    Photo of Andy Donahue社会语用学主任: Andy Donahue, 社会实用主义项目和服务主任

    Andy Donahue, M.A., LCMHC, is the Director of Social Pragmatic Programs at Landmark College. Andy has served as the Social Pragmatics Director for the Berlin Study Abroad PLUS trip for several years.

    专门治疗自闭症学生, 安迪有丰富的治疗师经验, teacher, administrator and vocational counselor with students and adults in a variety of educational and community settings. He received his B.A in Psychology and Linguistics from The University of Southern Maine and a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study in Autism Spectrum Disorders from Antioch University New England.

  • Program Cost: $6,500

    该计划的费用包括:

    • 3-credit course
    • Group flights
    • 国内运输
    • Field trips and housing
    • 项目期间的健康保险
    • Some group meals

    学生的花费因人而异. 额外费用包括:

    • Most meals
    • Free time activities
    • Cell phone costs, if students plan to activate a roaming plan or purchase a local SIM card
    • Laundry
    • Souvenirs, gifts, etc.
    • 第一件托运行李以外的额外行李费

  • Landmark College’s “Global Engagement” Scholarship offers a scholarship of up to 50% of the program fee. Scholarships are need-based and in general there are 1 – 2 available per program. 点击这里查看奖学金申请.

  • The application period for the Summer 2023 Study Abroad program in Berlin has closed.

    Program and Scholarship Application Deadline: Friday, February 24, 2023

    Notification of acceptance and scholarship decisions: Monday, March 6

    Program deposit ($1,500 to confirm seat, nonrefundable) due: Monday, March 13

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