This course provides students with an opportunity to earn academic credit for work experience or volunteer service in an international setting. It provides for both personal and professional growth and is intended for students who desire to expand their educational experiences beyond the traditional classroom setting by working directly within another culture. It engages students in meaningful work experiences, or in responsible and challenging volunteer activity for the common good, while helping them gain understanding, acquire knowledge, and develop the necessary skills for living in a globally interdependent and culturally diverse world.
Supplemental assignments offer opportunities for research and reflection of experiences.
Examine differences and similarities in the workplace environment, and expand knowledge and understanding of traditions and customs of different cultures, by working or volunteering in an international setting. Improve foreign language proficiency by attending language school. Develop critical thinking skills by analyzing and summarizing insights gained from the work experience or service. Improve cross-cultural communication and interpersonal skills through an internship or volunteer activity.