The Politics of German-Speaking Europe
Location: Germany and Austria
Program Length: Spring Break: includes travel to Germany and Austria (Dates To be Determined)
Housing: Youth Hostels
Language: English
Coordinating University: UW-River Falls
Contact Person: Wes Chapin, 715-425-3318, wes.chapin@uwrf.edu
Program Website: None at this time
Estimated Cost: $2,950
Financial Aid Available: Yes
Application Deadlines: Applications will be accepted until the slots are filled. Anticipated deadline is To Be Determined.
Description: This course examines political cultures/traditions, institutions, processes and organizations within German-speaking Europe, focusing on Germany and one or more other German-speaking states (e.g. Austria or Switzerland). Course activities include attending orientation seminars, directed readings, and both in-class lectures and discussions and field activities in German-speaking Europe. During 2008 the class shall travel to Berlin, Munich, and Vienna, visiting the German Reichstag and German museums, experiencing traditional ethnic German food, dancing, and music, and exploring German locations through tours, among other things.
