2014 Ag Study Abroad Opportunities - Purdue Agriculture

201 4STUDY ABROAD OPPORTUNITIESFOR AGRICULTURE MAJORSCOLLEGE OF AGRICULTUREINTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS IN AGRICULTURE

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND APPLICATIONS CONTACT:International Programs in AgricultureRoom 26, Ag Administration Building (AGAD)765-494-8458AgAbroad@purdue.eduwww.ag.purdue.edu/ipia/studyabroad"Studying abroad is one of the bestdecisions I have ever made, and Iwould encourage anyone thinkingabout it to JUST DO IT! You learn somuch about different cultures but alsomore importantly about yourself andbegin to appreciate the little thingsthat make home special."-Gayle Peters-APPLICATION DEADLINES FOR 2014*:October 31: Spring Break 2014Fall Semester 2014Summer 2014November 30: Maymester 2014April 15: Spring Semester 2015“I learned aboutculture, about thesubjects and I made alot of friends! It's oneof the best experiencesin my life!”-Xinyue Zhao-*We will accept applications as long as space is still available. Priority will be given to those whose applications were received by the deadlines. Prioritydeadline for short term summer programs is November 30 th with applications accepted on a space available basis until February 1 st .Partial funding for this brochure provided by International ProgramsEA/EOU

MEET THE INT’L AG AMBASSADORS:"Participating in a servicelearning-based study abroad gaveme the opportunity to not onlyfurther my knowledge ofagriculture, but to interact withlocals and become involved in acommunity in Costa Rica. It wassuch an enriching experience andhas impacted me in so many ways."-Kimberly Lutz-“Study abroad will show you firsthandhow small the world is. It will give youthe confidence to believe in yourself,to believe in others and to believe thatthe world is truly at your fingertips."-Annie Li-“Studying abroad provided me with thechance to make memories, become friendswith other students, and see things Ithought I would only read in textbookscome to life. Everything about myprogram was absolutely incredible.”-Kelly Beeker-“Reading extensively andtraveling widely makes atruly cultivated man.”-Anna Zhou-“Studying abroadgives you the chanceto have adventuresthat very few peopleget to experience intheir lifetime. It givesyou the opportunity tomeet new people allaround the globe andto make friendshipsthat can last forever.”-Alexis Zobel-"Studying abroad is an extraordinaryopportunity that gives you the chance tonot only learn in a new academicavenue, but also to learn about yourself."-Colleen Hartel-“Studying abroad opened my eyesto how much there is to see andlearn around the world and to howlittle it turns out that I've seen.”-Andrew Sokolchik-“Study abroad is an unforgettableand inspiring experience. Thesights and sounds alone make studyabroad a remarkable event;however, the people you will meetmake it truly unforgettable."-Rachael James-"Study Abroad is the chanceeveryone should get to discovertheir sense of adventure and tojustify traveling as many havewanted to do. But it alsoprovides a unique environmentfor a student to academically,socially and culturally growinto a more confident andskilled citizen."-Brittany Sievers-“Studying abroad gives you theopportunity to discover a newplace, a new culture, and it helpsyou to discover what you arecapable of. It helps you tobecome a more understandingand accepting person.”-Melissa Galizio-2

HOW TO USE THIS BOOKThere really is something for everyone! Study abroad programs areavailable to all majors within the College of Agriculture. Programs areavailable for a week (spring break or winter break), Maymester/shortterm, summer term, semester, and year-long.For each university, we have identified those majors in which courses areoffered. You will find the URL for the university and where you can findtheir courses and descriptions in most cases. If you have problemslocating this information, please contact us.All of the programs in this publication have been academically approvedby the College of Agriculture. Students who study at one of the approveduniversities will receive credit and grades for the agricultural coursestaken. Students still need to make sure the courses they take will fit intotheir plan of study.Some of the semester exchanges/programs are coordinated throughInternational Programs in Agriculture (IPIA) and some are through thecampus-wide Office of Study Abroad (OSA). IPIA can assist indetermining which program will suit your needs.All of the summer and short-term (Maymester, spring break, and winterbreak) programs in this book are coordinated through IPIA.ELIGIBILITYPrograms are available to all agriculture students who are in goodacademic standing. Some semester programs have a GPA requirement,but most do not. Winter break, spring break, and Maymester courses areavailable to all Purdue students, but agriculture majors will receivepriority consideration.“Studying abroad in Ukraine allowed me to notonly expand my view on veterinary medicine,but I was able to explore amazing parts of thecountry, connect with new people and gainexperiences that will last a lifetime!”-Kristi Crow-While it is unlikely, information in this brochure, including publishedcosts, is subject to revision.LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTFor most agriculture study abroad programs, there is no foreign languagerequirement. Unless otherwise indicated, instruction is in English.FINANCIAL AID, GRANTS &SCHOLARSHIPSMost forms of Purdue University Financial Aid may be applied to fulltimestudy abroad program fees. Students must have the FAFSAcompleted by the appropriate deadline to be eligible.All agriculture students are eligible to apply for five additionalgrants/scholarships. They are the College of Agriculture Study AbroadScholarship, Horizon Agriculture Study Abroad Scholarship, Robert andKarin Thompson Study Abroad Scholarship, John & Emily HuieEndowment for IPIA, and the Christina York Stanley Award. Theamount for each of these awards will depend on the availability of funds.In addition, most agriculture departments offer grants to their studentsstudying abroad.Campus-wide travel grants are also available.FRESHMEN:Thanks to funding received through the Agriculture Office of AcademicPrograms all freshmen are eligible for the “OAP Freshman Study AbroadScholarship.” Up to 25 $200 travel grants will be awarded to eligiblestudents who participate in a winter or spring break study abroad courseduring their freshman year, or students who participate in a Maymester orshort-term study abroad course (2-4 weeks in length) the summerfollowing their freshman year. To be eligible:• Students must be Freshman standing and full-time studentsenrolled in any agriculture major (must be in their first or secondsemester of college-level study).• Students must have a cumulative GPA of 2.25 or higher.• Students must participate in a College of Agriculture studyabroad course or Ag Education Block I Jamaica summer course.3

PROGRAM/COURSE ELEMENTSSEMESTER:Students who participate in semester and year-long programs will selectfrom courses available at the host institutions. Students will earn aminimum of 12 credits while abroad (most will earn between 16-18credits). All credits earned overseas will transfer back to Purdue, in mostcases for credits and grades. Students should plan ahead to make sure thatthe courses they would like to take while overseas will fit into theirPurdue plan of study.SUMMER:Summer programs vary in length, credits earned, and activities. Programsmay include classroom study, work/internship, or research experience.See IPIA for details.MAYMESTER/SHORT TERM:Maymester courses are faculty-led and sponsored through individualdepartments within the College of Agriculture. They are designed so thatstudents still have time to enroll in another summer session course,participate in an internship, or have a summer job upon returning home.Students will earn three credits for each course. Most Maymester coursesare not offered every year.SPRING & WINTER BREAK:One-credit courses are offered for one week to ten days during springbreak and winter break.“Studying abroad gives you theopportunity to participate in activitiesyou have never done before while alsomeeting lifelong friends. In Romania Ienjoyed the viewing of the castle andalso volunteering in Vata de Jos.”-Jazmyne Spear-INTERNATIONALUNDERSTANDING CREDITSAll credit earned while studying abroad can be applied toward requiredinternational understanding credit. See your academic advisor or IPIA formore information.OFFICE OF STUDY ABROADIn addition to programs and courses offered through the College ofAgriculture, agriculture students are eligible to participate in campuswideprograms offered through the Office of Programs for Study Abroad.You are not limited to those listed in this brochure. The campus-wideOffice of Study Abroad (OSA) handles all the study abroad programsexcept those administered through International Programs in Agriculture(IPIA). OSA is in room 105 of Young Hall. To apply for one of theirprograms, visit the website: www.studyabroad.purdue.edu.“Exploring China opened my eyesto a whole new world of agricultureand economic development.”-Benjamin Gonzales-IPIA =Programs administered throughInternational Programs in AgricultureOSA =Programs administered through thecampus-wide Office of Study Abroad4

Technological Education Institute of Crete - GreeceXUniversity College Dublin - Ireland X X X X X X X X X X X X XComparative Community Wildlife Management - Kenya & Tanzania X XMonash University - Malaysia X X X X X X X X X XTec de Monterrey - Mexico X X XColonization to Conservation in the Caribbean - Multiple Countries X X XMarine Biodiversity & Conservation - Multiple Countries X XOcean Exploration - Multiple Countries X X X X XOceans and Climate - Multiple Countries X X XSustainability in Polynesian Island Cultures & Ecosystems - Multiple Countries X XInHolland University of Applied Sciences - NetherlandsXLicoln University - New Zealand (fee paying) X X X X X X X X X X XUniveristy of Auckland - New Zealand X X X X X X XUniversity of Canterbury - New Zealand X X X X X X X X X XVictoria University of Wellington - New Zealand X X X X X X X XNorwegian University of Life Sciences - Norway X X X X X X X X X X X XMonash University - Johannesburg X X X X XSwedish University of Agricultural Sciences - Sweden X X X X X X X X X XUppsala University - Sweden X X X X X X X XSwiss Federal Institue of Technology - Switzerland X X X X X X X X XNational Taiwan University - Taiwan X X X X X X X X X X X XBilkent University - Turkey X X XMarine Resource Management - Turks & Caicos Islands X X XAberystwyth University - Wales X X X X X X X XLeeds Metropolitan University - United Kingdom X XLancaster University - United Kingdom X X X X X XUniversity of Bath - United Kingdom X X X XUniversity of Kent - United Kingdom X X X X X XUniversity of St. Andrews - United Kingdom X X X X X XUniversity of Sussex - United Kingdom X X X X XAgricultural & BiologicalEngineeringAgriculturalCommunicationsAgricultural EconomicsAgronomyAnimal SciencesBiochemistryBotany & Plant PathologyEntomologyEnvironmental ScienceFood ScienceForestry & NaturalResourcesHorticultureLandscape ArchitectureHumanities/Liberal artsSciencesSEMESTER 6

AUSTRALIAThrough IPIA:University of New England – Armidale,New South Walesanimal science, biochemistry, environmental science,economics/management, agronomy, plant protection,entomology, plant science, sciences, humanities, botanyHomepage: www.une.edu.au/Courses: www.une.edu.au/courses/2013/units/atoz/Through OSA:Curtin University of Technology – Perth, Western Australiaagribusiness, economics, engineering, environmental sciences, sustainabledevelopment, sciencesHomepage: www.curtin.edu.au/Courses: www.courses.curtin.edu.au/course-type.cfmGriffith University – Brisbane and Gold Coast, Queenslandengineering, ecology, environmental science,water resources, biochemistry, forestry,horticulture, wildlife, humanities, sciencesHomepage: www.griffith.edu.au/Courses: www.griffith.edu.au/programs-courses"Studying abroad is by far thebest decision I've made whileat Purdue as it allowed me tofind what I want out of life andto have the time of my life!"-Morgan Dawson-James Cook University – Townsville, Queenslandforestry, aquaculture, animal science, economics, entomology,biochemistry, plant science, tropical agriculture, ecology, environmentalscience, wildlife, sciences, humanitiesHomepage: www.jcu.edu.au/Courses: www-public.jcu.edu.au/courses/undergraduate/index.htmMonash University – Melbourne, Victoriabiochemistry, economics, engineering, animal science,plant science, environmental science, humanities, sciencesHomepage: www.monash.edu.au/Courses: www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/units/index-bycode.htmlRoyal Melbourne Institute of Technology –Melbourne, Victoriaeconomics, engineering, biotechnology, humanities,environmental science, food science, sciencesHomepage: www.rmit.edu.au/Courses: www.shortcourses.rmit.edu.au/index.php?cbs=ed9ca95992cdbeeab855637f98b89c92University of Adelaide – Adelaide, South Australiaagribusiness, animal science, biochemistry, economics, agronomy,botany, entomology, landscape architecture, engineering, food science,horticulture, plant science, soils & water, viticulture, humanities, sciencesHomepage: www.adelaide.edu.au/Courses: access.adelaide.edu.au/courses/search.aspUniversity of New South Wales – Sydney, New South Walesbiochemistry, environmental science, food science, sciences, media &communications, engineering, landscape architecture, humanitiesHomepage: www.unsw.edu.au/Courses: www.handbook.unsw.edu.au/vbook2013/brCoursesByAtoZ.jsp?StudyLevel=Undergraduate&descr=AUniversity of Notre Dame – Perth, Western Australia,Fremantle Campus & Sydney, New South Walescommunication, environmental science,economics, sciences, humanitiesHomepage: www.nd.edu.au/Courses: www.nd.edu.au/nav-futurestudents/courses"You can stay in your safezone, stay at home, and stick towhat you know; or you can goout on your own, put yourselfat risk, have an adventure, andfind out who you really are."-Roxanne Pourshoushtari-University of Queensland –Brisbane and Gatton, Queenslandanimal science, economics, agronomy/soil science, botany,entomology,wildlife, food science, environmental and wildlife management,horticulture, plant science, sciences, biochemistry, communication,engineering, humanitiesHomepage: www.uq.edu.au/studyabroadCourses: www.uq.edu.au/study/SEMESTER 7

AUSTRALIA CONTINUEDUniversity of South Australia – Adelaide, South Australiacommunication, environmental science, water resources, engineering,humanities, sciencesHomepage: www.unisa.edu.au/Courses: programs.unisa.edu.au/public/pcms/Home.aspx?tid=480University of Sydney – Sydney, New South Waleseconomics, animal science, plant breeding, entomology, horticulture, land& water science, resource economics, engineering, humanities, sciencesHomepage: www.sydney.edu.au/Courses: sydney.edu.au/future_students/study_abroad/study/choice/University of Western Australia – Perth, Western Australiaagriculture science, animal science, economics, biochemistry, botany,climate studies, environmental science, engineering, horticulture,landscape architecture, land & water management, marine biology,natural resource management, soil science, wildlife, humanities, sciencesHomepage: www.uwa.edu.au/Courses: units.handbooks.uwa.edu.au/units"My experience abroad was eyeopening.I found myself in a newplace with new customs and way ofliving. There's a whole other worldout there to explore and enjoy, youonly need the initiative andmotivation to begin your adventure."-Christian Webb-AUSTRIAThrough IPIA:University of Natural Resources & Applied LifeSciences (BOKU) – Viennabotany, forestry, food science, economics, wildlife,environmental science, horticulture, viticulture,agronomy, animal scienceHomepage: www.boku.ac.atCourses: www.boku.ac.at/jointstudyincoming.htmlThrough OSA:IES – Viennaeconomics, humanitiesHomepage: www.iesabroad.org/BRAZILThrough IPIA:University of Sao Paulo – Pirassununga(Instruction in Portuguese)engineering, animal husbandry, oceanography, marketing,economics, food science, scienceHomepage: www5.usp.br/en/Courses: www5.usp.br/en/ensino/graduacao/cursos-oferecidos/Federal University of Vicosa(Instruction in Portuguese)engineering, agronomy, animal science, forestry, agribusinessmanagement, biochemistry, biology, ecology, economicsHomepage: www.ufv.br/CHINA"Studying abroad in Brazil gave methe opportunity to really go out ofmy comfort zone and have anincredible experience that I neverwould have had at home. I met somany amazing people, learned anew language, improved mycommunication skills, and had theability to travel all over Brazil. Iwould not trade the chance to studyabroad for the world, and I wouldrecommend Brazil to everyone!"-Ashley Potts-Through OSA:Hong Kong University of Science &Technology – Hong Kongeconomics, environmental science, engineering, biochemistryHomepage: join.ust.hkCourses: www.ust.hk/provost/ug/curriculum_hb/1314hb/index.htmlSEMESTER 8

COSTA RICAThrough IPIA:Tropical Agriculture Research & EducationCenter (CATIE) - Turrialba(for upper level and graduate students)forestry, natural resources, botany, plant sciences, livestock &environment, biodiversity, eco-enterprises, agro-ecologyFor more information, please visit IPIA.Through OSA:Sustainable Development Studies – Atenas(Offered through School for Field Studies)Homepage: http://www.fieldstudies.org/costarica/semesterTropical Ecology and Conservation – Monteverde(Offered through CIEE)tropical biology, ecology, diversity, language studiesHomepage: www.ciee.org/study/programOverview.aspx?pID=184DENMARKThrough IPIA:University of Copenhagen – CopenhagenOpen to both undergraduate and graduate studentsagriculture development, animal science, food science, botany,agronomy, entomology, viticulture, aquaculture, forestry,economics, landscape architecture, horticulture,environmental science, plant sciencesHomepage: www.life.ku.dk/English.aspxCourses: www.courseinfo.life.ku.dk/Through OSA:DIS Architecture & Design - CopenhagenDIS Health & Science Programs – CopenhagenDIS International Business & Economics – CopenhagenDIS Social Science Programs – CopenhagenHomepage: www.disabroad.orgGERMANYThrough IPIA:University of Hohenheim – Stuttgartengineering, animal science, soil sciences, crop science, tropicalagriculture, environmental food production, economicsHomepage: www.uni-hohenheim.de/startseite.html?&L=1Courses: www.uni-hohenheim.de/69461.html?&L=1University of Hannover – Hannover(Some instruction in German)horticulture, landscape architecture, engineering, humanitiesHomepage: www.uni-hannover.de/en/index.phpThrough OSA:Technical University of Dresden – Dresden(Instruction in German)engineering, food science, economicsHomepage: www.tu-dresden.de/University of Stuttgart – Stuttgart(Instruction in German)engineering, food science, economicsHomepage: www.uni-stuttgart.de/index.en.htmlGREECE“Studying abroad inHannover, Germany served asan ultimate capstone to myeducation. I will foreverremember my friends,experience and utilize theskills acquired during my timein Germany.”-Dustin Potts-Through IPIA:Technological Educational Institute of Crete –HeraklionhorticultureHomepage: http://www.teicrete.gr/tei/en/index.phpSEMESTER 9

IRELANDThrough IPIA:University College Dublin – Dublinanimal science, environmental science, agronomy, food science,economics, forestry, crop production, agribusiness, humanities,horticulture, engineering, plant science, communications,biochemistry, rural development, sciencesHomepage: www.ucd.ie/Courses: https://sisweb.ucd.ie/usis/w_sm_web_inf_viewer_banner.show_search?“It is never boring when you studyabroad, everyday there is alwayssomething new and exciting to do.”-Dustin O’Bannon-KENYA & TANZANIAThrough OSA:Comparative Community Wildlife Management –Nairobi, Kenya, Mt. Kilimanjaro, Tanzania(Offered through School for Field Studies)wildlife, environmental scienceHomepage: www.fieldstudies.org/eastafrica/semesterMALAYSIA"Studying abroad is a once in a lifetime opportunity. I met so manygreat people, not just from Ireland,but from around the world. Thememories that I made whileabroad will last a lifetime. I highlyrecommend it to everyone."-Kevin Jones-Through OSA:Monash University Malaysia- Kuala Lumpurbiochemistry, economics, engineering, animal science,plant science, environmental science, humanities, sciencesHomepage: www.monash.edu.my/study/study-abroad-exchangeCourses: www.monash.edu.my/study/undergraduateMEXICOThrough OSA:Tec de Monterrey – Monterrey (other campuses: Cuernavaca,Guadalajara, Mexico City, Querétaro)(Not all subjects are available at all campuses)Courses taught in English and Spanishcommunication, economics, marketing, management, animal scienceHomepage: studyinmexico.mty.itesm.mx/index.phpCourses: studyinmexico.mty.itesm.mx/academic.phpMULTIPLE COUNTRIESThrough OSA:Colonization to Conservation in the CaribbeanMarine Biodiversity & ConservationOcean ExplorationOceans and ClimateSustainability in Polynesian Island Cultures & Ecosystems(Offered through SEA Semester)oceanography, maritime studies, nautical scienceHomepage: www.sea.edu/NETHERLANDSThrough IPIA:INHolland University of Applied Sciences – DelfthorticultureHomepage: www.inholland.nl/inhollandcom/Horticulture students should contact Dr. Michael Dana.SEMESTER 10

NEW ZEALANDThrough IPIA:Lincoln University –Christchurch(Fee paying)animal science, forestry, economics, landscape architecture,entomology, plant science, soil science, horticulture, environmentalscience, plant protection, communication, biochemistryHomepage: www.lincoln.ac.nz/Courses: www.lincoln.ac.nz/Degrees-Diplomas-and-Certificates/Courses-A---Z/Through OSA:University of Auckland – Auckland(Offered through IES)marine science, food science, economics, biotechnology, engineering,environmental science, humanities, sciencesHomepage: www.iesabroad.org/study-abroad/aucklandCourses: www.auckland.ac.nz/uoa/home/about/programme-coursesUniversity of Canterbury – Christchurchforestry, economics, engineering, biochemistry, natural resource,environmental science, botany, ecology, plant science, zoology,humanities, sciencesHomepage: www.canterbury.ac.nz/Courses: www.canterbury.ac.nz/subjects/Victoria University of Wellington – Wellingtoncommunication, ecology, biodiversity, environmentalscience, landscape architecture, plant science, animalscience, humanities, sciencesHomepage: www.victoria.ac.nz/home/default.aspxCourses: www.victoria.ac.nz/home/study/subjects/coursecatalogue.aspx"Studying abroad is the ultimateadventure, and is sure to leaveyou with lasting memories,knowledge, and friendships."-John Braden-NORWAYThrough IPIA:Norwegian University of Life Science - AasComing Soon- (for second semester juniors and seniors)animal science, biotechnology, food science, science, naturalresources, ecology, landscape architecture, plant science, forestry,economics, entomology, horticulture, environmental scienceHomepage: www.umb.no/english/Courses: www.umb.no/search/emner/?string=&kurs_spraak=bSOUTH AFRICAThrough OSA:Monash University - Johannesburgeconomics, humanities, sciences, environmental science, communicationHomepage: www.monash.ac.za/Courses: www.monash.ac.za/study/SWEDENThrough IPIA:Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences –Uppsala (other campuses: Alnarp, Umeå)botany, soil science, viticulture, rural development, natural resourceand environmental science, forestry, horticulture, landscapearchitecture, economics, food science, water management, animalscience, plant breeding, ecology, entomology, plant protectionHomepage: www.slu.se/en/Courses: www.slu.se/en/education/courses/Through OSA:Uppsala University – Uppsalaanimal science, ecology, marine biology, plant science, biochemistry,natural resource, environmental science, economics, humanities, sciencesHomepage: www.uu.se/en/Courses: www.uu.se/en/education/exchange/incoming/courses/SEMESTER 11

SWITZERLANDThrough OSA:Swiss Federal Institute of Technology – Zurichfood science, ecology, economics, biochemistry, environmental science,entomology, plant science, animal science agronomy, engineering, ruraldevelopmentHomepage: www.mobilitaet.ethz.ch/index_ENCourses:www.vvz.ethz.ch/Vorlesungsverzeichnis/sucheLehrangebotPre.do?lang=enTAIWANThrough IPIA:National Taiwan University – Taipeiecology, horticulture, biotechnology, biology, forestry, economics,animal nutrition, agronomy, engineering, entomology, animalscience, food science, biochemistry, environmentalHomepage: www.ntu.edu.tw/englishCourses: https://nol.ntu.edu.tw/nol/coursesearch/index.php?lang=ENTURKEYThrough OSA:Bilkent University – Ankaralandscape architecture, engineering, biochemistryHomepage: www.bilkent.edu.tr/index.htmlCourses: stars.bilkent.edu.tr/homepage/academic_units.phpTURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDSThrough OSA:Marine Resource Managment(Offered through School for Field Studies)Homepage: www.fieldstudies.org/tci/semesterUNITED KINGDOMThrough IPIA:Aberystwyth University – Aberystwyth, Walesengineering, environmental science, soil science, crop management,animal science, biochemistry, ecology, plant science, crop science,entomology, aquaculture, wildlife, forestry, economicsHomepage: www.aber.ac.uk/en/international/Courses: www.aber.ac.uk/en/modules/"I was unaware ofthe experiences andpersonal growththat I would gainfrom my trip andnow I can't imaginewhat my life wouldbe without havingstudied abroad.”-Emily Mahon-Leeds Metropolitan University – Leeds, Englandlandscape architecture, humanitiesHomepage: www.leedsmet.ac.uk/international/Landscape architecture students should meet with Professor KentSchuette, or Bernie Dahl.Through OSA:Lancaster University – Lancaster, Englandenvironmental science, communication, economics, engineering,biochemistry, humanitiesHomepage: www.lancs.ac.uk/users/international/overseas/index.htmCourses:www.lancs.ac.uk/users/international/overseas/handbook/index.htmUniversity of Bath – Bath, Englandeconomics, engineering, biochemistry, humanitiesHomepage: www.bath.ac.uk/international/Courses: www.bath.ac.uk/study/exchange-visiting/units/SEMESTER 12

UNITED KINGDOM CONTINUEDUniversity of Kent – Canterbury, Englandwildlife conservation, animal science, biochemistry, economics,humanities, sciencesHomepage: www.kent.ac.uk/Courses: www.kent.ac.uk/courses/University of St. Andrews – St. Andrews, Scotlandenvironmental science, ecology, biochemistry, zoology, sustainabledevelopment, humanities, sciencesHomepage: www.st-andrews.ac.uk/Courses: portal.st-andrews.ac.uk/admission_subjects/subject_index.pyUniversity of Sussex – Brighton, Englandbiochemistry, ecology, economics, environmental molecular genetics,humanities, sciencesHomepage: www.sussex.ac.uk/Courses: www.sussex.ac.uk/study/ug/2014/“I come home with a greaterunderstanding, albeit still far fromcomplete, of how the worldoperates and a better vision forwhere I would like to head in thefuture. I’ve also made friendshipsthat I know will last a lifetime. Ifyour friend, child, grandchild, etc.is thinking about study abroad..please encourage them!”-Molly McKneight-BRAZIL“Brazil has the friendliest people youwill ever meet! Rio de Janeiro isabsolutely gorgeous and has such anamazing culture. The food here is todie for. I loved spending my summerhere in such a beautiful place!”-Sarah Stanford-“Studying abroad in Brazilhas been the most amazingexperience of my life! Ihave learned so much andmet so many life-longfriends, I feel truly lucky tohave had this opportunity.”-Kayla Wirthwein-University of Sao Paulo – PirassunungaFederal University of VicosaStudents will participate in language introductioncourses as well as an overview of the Brazileducation system and Brazilian agriculture uponarrival. The majority of each students’ studies will be an internship/research lab experience based on the students’ major and area of interest.Students will earn 6 credits with this course.The internship research lab focus areasinclude agricultural engineering,agronomy, animal sciences, biosystemsand food processing engineering, foodscience, and veterinary medicine.This program is conducted primarily inEnglish but Portuguese is the languageof Brazil and familiarity with it is beneficial. Portuguese is not required ofthis course.Brazil estimated expenses:Purdue Summer Tuition and FeesMedical Insurance $64Airfare $800-1500Passport $135Visa Fee $180Miscellaneous $300-800SEMESTER SUMMER 13

FRANCEEcole d’Ingénieurs de PURPAN – ToulouseEcole d’Ingénieurs de PURPAN is located in thesouthwestern part of France on the Garonne River inToulouse. Students participating in this program will spend eight weeks inFrance, including one month at PURPAN and one month living/working on afarm involved in agriculture, natural resources, agribusiness, or food science.The first four weeks is spent on the campus of PURPAN. While on campus youwill study intensive French in addition to completing course modules on plantand animal agriculture, agricultural economics, and food science. An optionaltract in viticulture is available replacing the agricultural courses. You do notneed any previous French language experience. Students will also participate infield trips and cultural excursions.The next four weeks students live with a host family while participating in awork experience. In the past, students have worked in wineries, vineyards, smallcheese processing/ agribusinesses, farms, as well as participating in researchprograms on the campus of PURPAN. Students will earn six credits on thisprogram; three general agriculture, and three humanities.Students from the University of Illinois atUrbana-Campaign, Kansas State University,Colorado State University, Washington StateUniversity, Michigan State University, ITESO,University of Missouri, Monterrey Tech, andUniversity of Florida also participate.Homepage: www.purpan.fr/node/323French estimated expenses:Study Abroad Fee $609.40Airfare $900-1100Program Fee (medical insurance, room & board, cultural & program fees) $2,990 est.Passport $135Miscellaneous $800-200"I know that I will never be thesame (in the best way possible)after my study abroad in France.When I said "yes" to new andunfamiliar experiences, I hadincredible adventures and learnedthat I am capable of more than Iever thought."-Amber Furrer-TAIWANNational Taiwan University – TaipeiThis course is timed to take place summermodules II & III. The National TaiwanUniversity (NTU) was founded in 1928.Taiwan is an island situated in subtropicaland tropical Asia. This is an eight weekprogram. Students will earn six credits.The first four weeks will be experiential, which could include aninternship or research depending on the lab type you choose.The next four weeks will be classroom and field excursionstudy. Students will visit a conservation research institute, NTU'sexperimental farm, museum of archaeology, Taoyuan district agriculturalresearch and extension station, orchid field, marine research station,forestry research institute, Chingshui Cliff , tea plantation and ferngarden, while studying the ecosystem, vegetation, wildlife, culture andhistory of Taiwan. While on campus you will study Chinese language for3 nights, their culture, various aspects of tropical agriculture, Taiwancuisine, in addition to completing course modules on plant and animalagriculture, agricultural economics, and food science. All of the courseswill be taught in English.Homepage: www.ntu.edu.tw/englishTaiwan estimated expenses:Purdue Summer Tuition and FeesProgram Fee (medical insurance, room & board, cultural & program fees) $2,600 est.Airfare $800-1200Passport $135Miscellaneous $300-800"Taiwan was such an unforgettable adventure! Exploring Taiwan'sscenic mountains and forests, while at the same time earning credits,is something I got to check off my bucket list. It broadened and set mysights higher in how I want to apply my Purdue experience. I'mproudly walking away with a new world appreciation, some valuableknowledge, and of course, some cherished friendships! I can't see whyanyone wouldn't want to study abroad... it's the time of your life!"-Andria Schmitz-SUMMER 14

INDEPENDENT RESEARCHFor Animal Science/Pre-vet/Biochemistry majors.AREX Life Science: 11 week internship; 2-3 weeks in Boston MA withthe balance taking place in either Germany or Ireland. AREX LifeSciences develops and manufactures patented process-controldiagnostics. Students will participate in EnGender TM research. Studentswith lab experience and coursework including molecular biology will begiven preference. This is a non-paid internship. Lodging will beprovided. Grants are available to those who participate.For more information, please visit IPIA.There are other opportunities for research or work abroad, please contactIPIA for more information.OSA SUMMER PROGRAMSFor more information: www.studyabroad.purdue.edu- Sydney Internship Program- Beijing Internship Program-London Internship Program-IFSA Australia Summer Public Health-CIEE Monteverde Tropical Ecology – Costa Rica-DIS Copenhagen: Architecture & Design-DIS Copenhagen: Health & Science Programs-DIS Copenhagen: International Business & Economics-DIS Copenhagen: Social Science Programs-Tec de Monterrey – Mexico-University of Stuttgart – Germany-University of Adelaide – Australia-University of New South Wales – AustraliaSCHOOL FOR FIELD STUDIES“Since 1980, The School for Field Studies (SFS), the nation’s oldest andlargest environmental study abroad program, has combined hands-onenvironmental studies with scientific research to develop sustainablesolutions to critical environmental problems. SFS students work withcommunities in developing nations to discover practical ways to managetheir natural resources. In the process, SFS students undergo atransformational experience that assists them in advancing their careers asskilled professionals and globally aware citizens.” – www.fieldstudies.orgPublic Health & Environment – KenyaRainforest Management – Australia & New ZealandRainforest Research – AustraliaHimalayan Forests & Rural Livelihoods – BhutanSustainable Development Studies – Costa RicaMarine Resource Management – Turks & Caicos IslandsWildlife Management – Tanzania"Go with an open mind, and be prepared to say yes tomost of the opportunities presented to you. This may beyour one chance to visit Europe and you want to makeit the best it can possibly be. I had the experience of alifetime and I would encourage everyone to participatein this eye-opening experience."-Danielle Bauer-SUMMER 15

MAYMESTERMaymester/short term courses are designed so that students are able toenroll in another summer session course, participate in an internship, orhave time for a summer job upon returning from their Maymester course.-Earn three Purdue credits -Programs are 2-4 weeks in length-Led by Purdue faculty members -No foreign language requirements-Additional program fees apply -Limited enrollment-Grants available for some programs-Pay $304.70 instead of regular Purdue tuition/fees for 3 credit hoursCost: Program fees range from $2,300-$4,300 which in most casesincludes airfare, lodging, most meals, overseas medical insurance, somecultural activities, most in-country transportation, and orientationmaterials. The $304.70 Purdue Study Abroad Fee is additional.COLOMBIAFood Security and Sustainable DevelopmentThis course provides an international and multidisciplinary perspective onfood security and resources. Focus will be case studies that representdifferent regions of the world with special emphasis on the changingconditions for tropical agriculture. The case studies, discussed in thecontext of the Millennium Development Goals, will help students gainknowledge and understanding of regional variations of food security andresources, sustainable development and economic growth throughout theworld. This is a four-week course, which offers units on social anddemographic changes, on the physical environment, global climatechange, economic systems, and global trade. Purdue will partner with theUniversity of Caldas and the Technological University of Pereira.For more information contact:Dr. Adriela Fernandez, AGEC, afernan@purdue.edu"You haven'ttruly lived untilyou explore newdestinations."-Chris Tito-CANADAInternational Natural ResourcesThis is a joint course for students from North Carolina State University,Swedish University for Life Sciences (SLU), and Purdue. Students willstudy in the Maritime Provinces in Canada. Topics that will be studied areforestry, fishing, and wildlife concerns (Canada lynx, Atlantic puffin,marine mammals). Students will take a whale watching trip off the coast.Students will gain a holistic and thematic view on sustainable use andmanagement of natural resources for different geographic, ecological, andsocial conditions.For more information contact:Dr. John Dunning, FNR, jdunning@purdue.edu“I learned so much that I didn't expect tobe learning: for example, I am a wildlifemajor and never thought I would belearning about urban planning and how tomore environmentally sensitive decisionswhen considering the future of cities. Thiscourse was an awesome experience for meto interact with people of different culturesand languages. It made me more aware ofthe way I act and how that differs fromothers of different backgrounds.”-Joni Willits-DENMARK & SWEDENAn Overview of the Horse Industry and Extension in EuropeThis course will focus on the horse industry. Students will visit equineveterinary hospitals, see equine research, and listen to lectures on geneticsand animal breeding. Students will visit breeding farms and equineoperations.For more information contact:Dr. Colleen Brady, YDAE, bradyc@purdue.eduMAYMESTER 16

ECUADORSustainable Environmental Systems in EcuadorEcuador is one of the most biologically and agriculturally diversecountries in the world with plants and animals adapted to systems thatrange from tropical rainforests in the Amazon basin to alpine tundra in theAndes. Ecuador’s people are equally diverse with a mixture ofindigenous and European ancestries and cultures. Students will beintroduced to this diversity and to key challenges facing the sustainabledevelopment of agriculture and natural resources in in the high Andes andAmazon basin of Ecuador. This course is offered in partnership withEscuela Politécnica de Chimborazo (ESPOCH), an Ecuadorian Universityin Riobamba, and ESPOCH whose students will accompany us duringpart of the course.For more information contact:Dr. Kevin Gibson, BTNY, kgibson@purdue.eduDr. Tamara Benjamin, BTNY, tamara17@purdue.eduENGLANDIn the English LandscapeThis course is in Corsham, England integrating history, horticulture, andlandscape architecture. Students will understand how English history &culture have influenced the shaping of English gardens, parks, andlandscapes; gain an appreciation for a society that places a very highvalue on the cultivation of ornamental plants and the design of beautifullandscapes; see how landscapes and gardens address the human concernsof individuals and whole communities; experience life in England.For more information contact:Dr. Michael Dana, HORT, dana@purdue.eduDr. John Larson, HIST, larsonjl@purdue.eduIRELANDSmall Farm Production and Marketing in IrelandStudents will visit small farms in Ireland to see how they producetraditional Irish products. Examples of these include butters, cheeses,meats, cereal grains, potatoes, wool, whiskey and ales. Students willtravel to Dublin and spend time at small inns through the Irishcountryside. The program will begin with discussions of Irish history andculture relating to agriculture and food. Students will learn how modernissues of economics and geopolitics shape even small producers inEurope, who retain close connections with local communities, historicsites, and traditional practices. The small size of this program allows forintimate interaction with growers, visits to small venues, and personalunderstanding of economic and trade issues that affect agritourism,production, and marketing of boutique agriculture and food products inrural and urban Ireland.For more information contact:Dr. W. Scott Downey, AGEC, downeyws@purdue.eduITALYExperiencing the Food, Wine and Culture of ItalyStudents will visit Italy, arriving in Venice traveling south towardsSardinia, then head for the Gulf of Naples. Students will learn aboutItaly’s culture while visiting historic sites in Tuscany, Venice, andPompeii. Students will tour vineyards and artisan wineries in the world’slargest wine producing country, and explore the production of gourmetagricultural products, such as prosciutto and salami, balsamic vinegar,olive oil, pasta and parmesan cheese.For more information contact:Dr. Christian Butzke, FS, butzke@purdue.eduDr. Mario Ferruzzi, FS, mferruzz@purdue.edu"Italy has taught me that there is far moreto life than whats around you. I foundfriends, culture, history, and experiencedlife outside myself; it was definitely thebest way to finish my career at Purdue."-Victoria Frey-MAYMESTER 17

ITALYSmall Holder Food Production and Marketing in Rural ItalyStudents will travel to Reggio Emilia and the Tuscany regions ofItaly. Students will have an opportunity to gain a better understanding ofmarketing by experiencing agrotourism among smallholding andmicrofood producers in Italy. The program will provide students withserved by the producers (consumer, trade, and distribution) or localprocessors, to product development, pricing, distribution in variouschannels and promotion activities at these small facilities. the programwill begin with research on the marketing of local production from smallholding producers in the US, which will serve as a comparison to thosewhich will be observed abroad. It will continue with research on theavailability of Italian food products in the US, understanding of economicand trade issues affecting production from small holders in Italy withinthe EU and to the US, and distribution of Italian consumers around theworld. The course will include trips to farms and production facilities, aswell as personal interaction with the products produced by these entities.For more information contact:Dr. Elizabeth Yeager, AGEC, eayeager@purdue.eduJAMAICA“It only took 10 days for me to fall inlove with a different culture. Italy wasso beautiful and the Italian are sofocused on family tradition andvalues. They don’t care about themoney they make, they live such acarefree and traditional lifestyle. Ihope to incorporate this into my ownlife, and of course return to Italy soon!”-Katie Barnett-The Dawn of a New Day in Agricultural EducationWhile in Jamaica students will explore teaching as a career, experiencemulticultural education, and encounter international agriculture. Studentswill earn six credits (EDCI) for participation in this course. This course iscoordinated through the College of Education.For more information contact:Dr. Allen Talbert, YDAE, btalbert@purdue.eduROMANIAAnimals and Food Security Service Learning ExperienceThis course is in cooperation with Heifer International and theAgricultural Sciences & Veterinary Medicine University of Banat,Timisoara, Romania. Students will work in bi-national teams acrossagricultural and community disciplines working to contribute tosustainable community projects through application of agriculturalecology, animal well-being focused management, and economicagribusiness projects. Weekends will be spent visiting historic andcultural sites.For more information contact:Dr. Mark Russell, ANSC, mrussell@purdue.eduDr. Paul Ebner, ANSC, pebner@purdue.eduROMANIA"This trip was one of the best experiences of mylife. I also went on the Haiti trip a few monthsearlier. Both trips were eye-opening and lifechanging experiences that I would not trade forthe world. I learned so much about myself andabout other people and cultures, and I madesome amazing new friends. I'm so grateful forthese experiences and the memories that willlast forever. I can't wait to go back!"-Nicole Sykora-A Culture-Centered Service-Learning Program inAgricultural CommunicationThis course is in cooperation with Heifer International and the Universityof Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca, Romania.Geared toward agricultural communication majors, students will betasked to:· Develop informational and promotional materials for two HeiferRomania projects.· Conduct basic social science research in cultural understanding andengagement.· Help host families with on-farm chores.· Sightseeing and downtime throughout the Transylvanian region willbe integrated into the two-week trip.For more information contact:Dr. Abigail Borron, YDAE, aborron@purdue.eduMAYMESTER 18

COSTA RICATropical Biology PracticumCost estimate: $2,200“I loved being able to learn moreabout the taxa of Costa Rica. Itwas also fun creating memoriesand friendships with people thatcontinue after the trip!”-Brittany Blackford-This course offers students the opportunity to conduct field studiesin tropical rainforest and coral reef ecosystems of CostaRica. Students will stay at La Selva Biological Station and LaTirimbina Bioreserve, both located in the central lowlandprovince. Students will be expected to participate in all aspects ofthe field sampling, including sampling rainforest and human-alteredstreams for fish and other aquatic organisms, measuring habitatcharacteristics. This course will emphasize the proper care and useof field sampling gears; identification of fish and invertebratescollected and observed in rainforest stream, human-altered stream,and Caribbean coral reef habitat; and handling and reporting ondata collected from field surveys. Students will work in teams andeach team will be required to give a written report and oralpresentation of their work. Instructor approval is required for thecourse.For more information contact:Dr. Reuben Goforth, FNR, rgoforth@purdue.eduCOSTA RICAGlobal Sustainability IssuesCost estimate: $2,677(Partial travel scholarships available)This course explores global sustainability issues in naturalresources with emphasis on forestry, wood products manufacturing,conservation, water management and their impact on Costa Ricaand the world.Discussions on natural resource issuesand field trips will provide studentswith critical insights to connect thecurrent situation in natural resourcesin Costa Rica with similar issues inIndiana, the United States, and the restof the world.Students will travel throughout the Costa Rica with a native guide.They will visit national parks, research stations, local universities,cultural sites and industry sites, and rest at the ocean resort.Lectures by local researches will provide the fundamentals of theglobal sustainability issues. Student written reports and oralpresentations will conclude this course.For more information contact:Eva Haviarova, FNR, ehaviar@purdue.eduSPRING BREAK 19

COSTA RICAAgricultural, Environmental & Community SustainabilityCost estimate: $2,800Students will spend eight days, seven nightsin Costa Rica and will earn one Purdue credit.This course will focus on agricultural,community and environmental sustainabilityand will be co-led by our colleagues at EARTH University. Students willlearn about efforts on renewable energies and waste management.Students will visit the NationalBiodiversity Institute, EARTH’sBanana Plantation & PackingPlant, Natural Reserve, andworkshop on Peri-UrbanAgriculture & RecyclingProgram. They will tourEARTH’s EthnobotanicalGardens, and the IntegratedDairy Farm.IRELANDAgriculture in IrelandCost estimate: $2,700This course is offered in cooperation with University CollegeDublin, Ireland. Students will arrive in Shannon and depart fromDublin. While in Ireland, students will tour Irish farms, woolenmills, and research stations. Visits to the Cliffs of Moher, the Ringof Kerry, and the castles of Ireland are also planned. You will alsoget to spend St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland.Learn about Irish culture and history, food processing, food policyin the European Union, and Irish agribusiness, while visiting thesights of Ireland. Students will earn one credit hour for this course.Led by Purdue faculty, the course has limited enrollment.For more information contact:Dr. Marcos Fernandez, OAP, mfernandez@purdue.edu“I enjoyed the excitement of visiting anew country where everything iscompletely new and how it is anexperience that you cannot find outsideyour backdoor. On the trip I saw manynew things and it interested me to learnand see first-hand how the native peoplelived completely different then how Iwould on a daily basis back at home.”-Dillon Zumwalt-SPRING BREAK 20

HAITIAnimals and Food Security Service LearningDecember 29-January 7, 2015 (subject to change)This course will explore existing malnutrition, health, andeconomic issues and develop potential strategies to improvednutrition with sustainable agricultural and animal sources ofnutrients and improved access to clean water. Work and learn inCap-Haitian. Learn to contribute to sustainable community projectsthrough application of animal and agricultural sciences.This course is for upper-classification (semester 5-8) students.Students will also be required to register for ANSC 49500 –Preparation Seminar Fall 2014, and an 8 week course spring 2015.For more information contact:Dr. Mark Russell, ANSC, mrussell@purdue.eduDr. Tamilee Nennich, ANSC, tnennich@purdue.edu“My experience through the ServiceLearning Study Abroad trip to Haitiwas truly life changing thanks to myinteraction with the Haitianagricultural students and myopportunity to see new sights. Igained a better appreciation andunderstanding of life in a culturedifferent than my own whilebecoming closer to my team ofPurdue students interested inchanging the world for the better!”-Bailey Farrer-"My biggest wakeup call on what life isfor some people. I became soappreciative for all we have in theUnited States and I couldn't believehow a place filled with so muchpoverty can be so full of beauty.”-Logan Ricke-2015 UPCOMING PROGRAMSWINTER BREAK:HaitiSPRING BREAK:ItalyCosta RicaMAYMESTER:ChinaRomaniaItalyIrelandIrelandColombia"This was a once in a lifetimeexperience. I got to meet lots ofgreat people and do things thatI would have otherwise notgotten to do. With thisMaymester, I got to travel andsee new things while helpingothers at the same time. There'sno greater feeling than that."-Angie Moss-WINTER BREAKUPCOMING PROGRAMS

ISSUES TO CONSIDER WHENSELECTING A STUDY ABROADPROGRAMAnswering the following questions can help you define what type ofstudy abroad experience would be best for you.OBJECTIVES:What aspects of study abroad are most important to you – curriculum,locale, cultural experiences, language study, travel?INITIAL CONSIDERATIONS:Where would you like to study?What is your foreign language ability?How long do you want to stay – a semester, year, spring break, winterbreak, or summer?How much does the program cost?Will you need financial assistance to carry out your plans?STUDY ABROAD DEVELOPSJOB SKILLS'Global competence is increasingly valued in the workplace'-According to a study done by NAFSA: Association of InternationalEducatorsCandidates with international study experience are likely to possesskey skills such as:• Cross-cultural communication skills (98%)• Independence (97%)• Cultural Awareness (96%)• Maturity (94%)• Flexibility (90%)-According to a 2003 RAND study that surveyed 135 human resourcemanagers from 75 companiesCross-cultural competence ranked 5th out of 19 attributes that 'makea successful career professional'-According to the 2003 RAND studyACADEMIC CONSIDERATIONS:What courses or subjects would you like to study?Do you want to take classes in English or the local language?Do you have specific degree requirements to fulfill?PERSONAL CONSIDERATIONS:Would you prefer to study with other Americans, with students of the hostcountry or with a combination of both?Would you prefer to live with a family, with students from the hostcountry or with other Americans?Did studying abroadhelp you build jobskills?No16%Yes84%Nearly 85% felt thatstudying abroad helpedthem build job skills, ofwhich 88% felt theexperience was ‘effective’or ‘very effective’ inhelping them do so.-According to the 2012 IESAbroad Recent GraduateSurvey

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