Summer Programs 2009

AHA International
Fes, Morocco
Summer Program
20 June-10 August 2009
Students will study Modern Standard Arabic at the beginning, intermediate, or advanced level 4 hours per day, 5 days per week at the renowned Arabic Language Institute of Fes (ALIF). All levels are welcome, including those students with no prior knowledge of the language. Students will also enroll in a course taught in English by Nabil Boudraa, visiting faculty member from Oregon State University, "American Representations of Morocco". This course will explore American representations of Morocco through literature, cinema, and music over the last two centuries and what those perceptions mean for Morocco and America today. Students will live with host families; excursions and cultural activities are also included. For more information, visit www.ahastudyabroad.org or email ahamail@uoregon.edu. March 27, 2009 priority deadline; late applications accepted on a space-available basis.

Al Akhawayn University
Ifrane, Morocco
Session I 2009: 01-26 June
Session II 2009: 29 June-24 July
One year of Arabic in 8 weeks; and one semester of Arabic in 4 weeks. The Arabic courses are beginning, intermediate, and advanced. Also offering journalistic and literary Arabic, and Moroccan colloquial Arabic. The Arabic language courses carry 6 to 8 semester credit hours. AUI is offering North African Studies courses which carry 3 semester credit hours: History of the Arab World; Introduction to Islamic Art & Architecture; and Issues in Contemporary North Africa. For information, contact: Al Akhawayn University in Ifrane, Hassan II Ave., Ifrane 53000, Morocco (212 35 86 2010; fax: 212 35 56 2977; arabic@aui.ma; www.aui.ma/arabic). Application deadline: April 22, 2009.

Beloit College
Beloit, Wisconsin
Summer Intensive Arabic Language Studies
13 June-07 August 2009
Offering a  4- and 8-week program in Arabic language study. For curriculum, dates and fees,  application and further information, visit: www.summerlanguages.com.

Central College Abroad
Granada, Spain
Religion, Art, and Culture of Southern Spain
30 May – 01 July 2009
The society of Al-Andalus in the Middle Ages was made up of three main groups: Christians, Muslims and Jews. Granada is still a microcosm of these three cultures in one city.This program is designed for students at the intermediate and above level of Spanish, who are interested in improving their language skills and learning about the religious, artistic, and cultural background of Al-Andalus and the Iberian Peninsula. Students take a grammar class (3 credits) as well as a civilization, art and culture class (3 credits). Activities include Arabic calligraphy, Andalusi ceramics, and sampling Andalusi and Sefardi cuisine.

Students live with host families. Each week, students travel to nearby sites, including a Jewish temple, a mosque and a Moorish city. Trips to Cordoba and Nerja are also included. For more information, visit www.central.edu/abroad, or email to studyabroad@central.edu.

Central European University
Budapest, Hungary
Summer School
08 June-31 July 2009
Central European University is a US-style, internationally recognized institution of post-graduate education in the social sciences and humanities. Its summer school offers an international program in English for graduate students, junior or post-doctoral researchers, faculty and professionals in the social sciences and humanities, drawing its student body of around 500 participants annually from more than 60 countries and its faculty from over 30 countries.

In 2009 the summer school offers 21 high-level, research-oriented, interdisciplinary academic courses as well as workshops on policy issues for professional development, taught by internationally renowned scholars and policy experts (including CEU faculty). Application from all over the world is encouraged. Financial aid is available.More information about the courses and the application process are available at www.sun.ceu.hu/courses. Application deadline: February 16, 2009.

Columbia University
New York, New York
Summer 2009 Arabic Program
01 June-03 July Session I
06 July-07 August Session II
Columbia’s Arabic Summer Program provides intensive instruction in the Arabic language through multimedia materials and activities designed to situate the language in the context of cultures in which it is spoken. The languages of instruction is Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) but students also have opportunities to hear and speak various colloquial Arabic dialects.
Experienced  instructors us a communicative approach that emphasizes listening and reading along with speaking and writing. Activities designed o teach listening and speaking spring from real situations and current events.

Program features: Readings of Arabic short stories, poetry, and current newspaper articles; live television and radio broadcasts from the Middle East, movies, tape recordings, the Internet, video clips, and access to interactive instructional facilities; trips to acquaint students with the magnificent Middle Eastern heritage on display in museums and libraries of New York City. Visits to Middle Eastern neighborhoods and restaurants, and lessons in Middle Eastern cookery. Students in Elementary and Intermediate Arabic are encouraged to take both sessions, but with permission from the director may take one session. Program Director: Dr. Taoufik Ben-Amor. Visit: www.ce.colmbia.edu/arabic.

Drew University
Rabat, Morocco
Summer 2009 Arabic Program (8 credits)
25 May - 19 June 2009
Students will study Arabic at the DMG Language Center in Rabat, Morocco with the center’s faculty for four hours a day – from 9:00 am to11:00 am and from 11:30am to 1:30pm - for four weeks. While the program is located in Morocco, students will not be learning Moroccan Arabic, they will be learning Modern Standard Arabic. Students will receive 4 credits from Drew for this component of the program. All levels are welcome, including those students with no prior knowledge of the language.

The other 4 credits will come from a simultaneous course taught by Drew Arabic professor Gretchen Head in English on Culture and Society in Morocco which will meet on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:00pm to 6:00pm and will include three weekend excursions to different Moroccan cities. Students will need to purchase the books for this part of the program before their departure and will need to bring their laptops with them as there is no computer access at DMG.
Housing and Meals
Students will be housed in homestays primarily with DMG instructors. Approximately three students will be placed in each homestay. Students will receive breakfast and dinner from their host families and will be responsible for their own lunches.

Weekend Excursions
Students will go on three overnight weekend excursions, traveling by train. The first will be to Fez (3 hours from Rabat), the historical cultural capital of Morocco with the most extant intact old city in the Arab world. They will take a guided tour of the old city, see the oldest university in the country, dating back to the mid ninth century, and learn about the lasting effect of Andalusian culture on the city. The second will be to Marrakesh (5 hours from Rabat), in the South of the country, which is home to Jama’ al-Fna, a UNESCO heritage site. Here they will learn about the history of Jama’ al-Fna, and study the effects of tourism on what is now the most popular city in Morocco. The third will be to Tangier (5 hours from Rabat), in the North of the country, where they will learn about the literary culture of the city’s international zone period, a time in which Tangier hosted some of the U.S.’s most famous authors, including Tennessee Williams, Jack Kerouac, William Burroughs, Paul Bowles, Allen Ginsberg, and Truman Capote. 

Cost
$4,200, which will cover airfare, tuition, housing, and two meals a day.

For more information or to apply, please contact intlprog@drew.edu (973) 408-3438.

Eastern Consortium in Persian and Turkish
Chicago, Illinois
Intensive Summer Program at the University of Chicago
22 June-21 August 2009
Intensive instruction in both elementary and intermediate Persian and Turkish, also advanced Turkish. The emphasis in all courses will be on listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Each course will provide up to 200 contact hours with nine quarter credit hours. For additional details, see the
program information section at the link above, or for the application, go directly to the following:
http://home.uchicago.edu/~rrook/2009%20EASTERN%20CONSORTIUM%20IN%20PERSIAN%20AND%20TURKISH%20APPLICATION

Some financial aid may be available from the Consortium to qualified applicants (apply by 1 April). In addition, Title VI Foreign Language and Area Studies (FLAS) Fellowships and other sources of financial support may also be applied. NOTE: the Consortium will accept the Summer FLAS tuition award as payment in full for Summer Program tuition and fees. On-campus housing will be available at nominal rates.
 
For further information, contact: Rusty Rook, Associate Director, Center for Middle Eastern Studies (773-702-8296; fax: 773-702-2587; rrook@uchicago.edu). Application deadline: April 6, 2009. https://summer.uchicago.edu/intensive-language-study.cfm

George Mason University
Center for Global Education
Internships in Israel & Palestine
31 May-29 July 2009
This unique Internship Program begins with a week-long seminar in Jerusalem where leading Israeli and Palestinian experts, representatives of Non Governmental Organizations (NGOs), peace activists, and private sector and government officials will address the group and share their perspectives on the dynamics of Israeli-Palestinian relations. Site visits will be made to settlements in the territories, refugee camps, government offices, and cultural institutions. For the remaining eight weeks, students work for four/five days per week—eight hours a day in either the Palestinian territories—Ramallah, Bethlehem—or Israel—Jerusalem, Jaffa, Tel Aviv, Haifa, Nazareth, and other locations. Internships are related to conflict resolution, politics, international relations or business and finance in Israel and Palestine. Students will receive 6-9 undergraduate or graduate credits. For information, contact: Sarah Mournighan, Center for Global Education, George Mason University, 235 Johnson Center, MSN 2B8, 4400 University Drive Fairfax VA 22030-4444
(fax: 703 993-2106; smournig@gmu.edu).

University of Hawaii
Seville, Spain
Arabic and Islamic Art, Architecture and Culture in Seville
29 May-30 June 2009
Introducing a new summer program of the University of Hawaii: Arabic and Islamic Art, Architecture and Culture in Seville, Spain. Take 2 classes; earn 6 UHM credits; 2 hours of class per day (Monday-Friday). Cost includes: airfare, tuition, housing with Spanish-speaking family with laundry and 3 meals per day; health insurance; excursions; and program fees. For information, visit: http://www.studyabroad.org/programs/europe/seville-summer/index.php. Application deadline: February 17, 2009.

Hedayet Institute for Arabic Studies (HIAS)
Cairo, Egypt
Summer Total Immersion Programs
Summer I: 17 June-31 July 2009
Summer II: 02 August-17 September
The  two seven week programs are total immersion programs that combine MSA and Egyptian Colloquial Arabic in an interesting natural and logical mixture. All language proficiency levels are taught in addition to cultural non traditional activities to serve the total immersion target of the programs. Please apply online at www.hedayetinstitute.com or contact the program director at nhedayet@hedayetinstitute.com.

Lebanese American University (LAU)
Beirut, Lebanon
Summer Institute for Intensive Arabic Language and Culture
22 June-31 July 2009
LAU proudly presentsthe 13th Annual SINARC program. The SINARC program at the LAU Beirut campus offers four levels of intensive courses in Arabic language and culture: Elementary, Upper Elementrary, Intermediate and Advanced.

An intensive eight-credit course in Lebanese dialect is also offered (with sufficient enrollment). Formal instruction in language is enriched by immersion in authentic cultural context. Cultural activities include weekly lectures on topics related to Arab and Lebanese politics, history, society and culture, as well as excursions to historic, tourist and cultural sites in Beirut and throughtout Lebanon.

The program is held entirely at the Beirut campus where students are housed in air-conditioned double-occupancy rooms. All students are given full access to all campus facilities–library, computer labs, language lab and recreational facilities (indoor Olympic-size pool, gymnasium, basketball and tennis courts).

In addition, students receive free email accounts and have free access to the internet throughout the program. Wireless internet connection is available free of charge for all students within the campus range. $3,100 includes tuition, board & excursions. For information, contact: Dr. Mimi Milki Jeha, Director (011 961 547254 - ext: 2132; mimi.jeha@lau.edu.lb; www.lau.edu.lb/centers-institutes/sinarc).

Lebanon School of Arabic
Hammana, Mount Lebanon
Summer Session I  2009: 01 June – 03 July
Summer Session II 2009: 06 July – 08 August
Summer immersion Arabic program in the resort mountain town of Hammana, Lebanon. LSA runs two five week sessions and offers four levels of Arabic; beginning, intermediate, advanced, and proficiency. Students learn both modern standard Arabic as well as Levantine Arabic. The program also offers private tutoring services on school premises for high school students as well as non-traditional students. For information, contact: Lebanon School of Arabic, Hammana, Mount Lebanon, Lebanon (lebanonschool@gmail.com); or visit: www.lebanonschool.org. Financial Aid awards are available for early registration. Go to: www.lebanonschool.org. Click cost on the left navigation bar. Application deadline: open.

Petra Crown Academics + Yarmouk University
Arabic Immersion & Study Abroad in Jordan
17 May – 28 June 2009
1. Intensive Arabic Immersion (8 credits). Taught by Yarmouk University, AFL-trained professors. Incorporates an innovative strategy of "local-guest" student partnerships that are valuable for cementing in class instruction through practice and homework assistance, not to mention cultural immersion and lasting friendships.
 2. Middle East Studies (8 credits). In this program, a number of courses are offered on a variety of topics-refugees, Arab-Israeli conflict/peace, archaeology of Jordan, Arab culture, Jordan's economy/development, legal environment for business, and even soccer.

Our primary relationship is with Yarmouk University but, as in our Intensive Arabic Immersion program, we employ the most qualified professors from across the country. Most of our faculty members hold PhDs and terminal degrees from European or American universities.

 3. Independent Study & Research. Especially for students writing on topics that benefit from the context in Jordan. We welcome not only MA and PhD students working on their theses or dissertations but also undergraduate students doing independent studies, senior theses, capstone projects, honors theses, or research papers. These students will have a common cultural immersion dimension but we will tailor our assistance to suit the particular needs of the participant. During the program the student will have the benefit of an in-country faculty advisor as well. Interested students can look up details at our website www.arabicABCabroad.com or contact Prof. Battah (651 278-2841; abattah@mnsu.edu).

Notre Dame University of Louaize (NDU)
Zouk Mosbeh, Lebanon
Summer Arabic Program
01 July-06 August 2009
NDU is happy to announce its Summer Arabic Program which is held on its main campus located 15 km North of Beirut, 5 minutes away from the coastal city of Jounieh. This year the program has been expanded to five weeks, and offers 4 levels of study: Elementary, Preparatory, Intermediate and Advanced. Intensive courses are given from Monday to Thursday to allow students to take advantage of the area during the long weekends. Students earn 6 transferable credits upon successfully passing the courses.

The program includes cultural activities on campus as well as in the vicinity, and organized tours to some of Lebanon’s most well-known tourist sites such as Byblos, The Cedars, and Jeita Grotto. Students are also treated to social events which introduce them to Lebanese traditions; they share traditional breakfasts before their classes and chat over lunch with professors and other students. 

Summer Arabic Program students are invited to take part in all NDU’s regular summer activities and are given access to the library and sports facilities on campus. Students also enjoy free wireless connection from the dorms and a free e-mail account upon receipt of their student I.D. Accommodation is in the new NDU dorms which are air conditioned and have 24 hour security service. 

For information, contact Ms. Christine Noufaily, Summer Arabic Coordinator, at cnoufaily@ndu.edu.lb or summerarabic@ndu.edu.lb. For more information, visit: http://www.ndu.edu.lb/academics/fhum/dsbs/sap_index.htm.

Qalam wa Lawh Center for Arabic Studies
Rabat, Morocco
2009 Summer start dates: Jun 01, 15, & 29; Jul 06 & 20; Aug 03, 17, & 31
Course durations: 2 weeks-36 weeks Choose between 20 or 30 class hours per week; Each course includes an additional 5 hours of content based instruction (i.e. calligraphy, excursions, or academic clubs). Levels offered from complete beginners to advanced. Housing options: Homestays or school residence.  For information, contact: Qalam wa Lawh Center, 31 Rue Qadi Ben Hamadi, Essenhaji, Souissi, Rabat 10000, Morocco (212 37 75 57 90; arabic@qalamcenter.com; www.qalamcenter.com). Application deadlines: rolling.

Scholars at Risk Network
Summer 2009 Internships
 The Scholars at Risk Network (SAR) is an international network of universities dedicated to promoting academic freedom and defending the human rights of scholars worldwide. Through offering direct assistance to scholars, research, advocacy and capacity-building, SAR members contribute to creating a global community respectful of academic freedom, freedom of inquiry, freedom of expression and related values.

SAR is seeking summer interns to contribute to a variety of aspects of our work, including: advocacy, fundraising/development, core casework (direct and indirect assistance to scholars), international event-planning and outreach.

Graduate students and final year undergraduate students in law, human rights, international affairs and related fields are encouraged to apply. Language skills desirable. 35 hour/week commitment preferred for 10 weeks over the summer. Students at SAR member universities will be given priority.

Please apply by emailing a resume and cover letter, indicating which aspect of SAR's work is of most interest to you, on or before April 15, 2009 to scholarsatrisk@nyu.edu. For more information about Scholars at Risk, visit http://scholarsatrisk.nyu.edu.

University of Utah
Salt Lake City, Utah
Summer Language Institute
28 May-16 June 2009
The University of Utah announces its second Summer Language Institute. We will offer intensive first year courses in the following critical languages: Arabic, Chinese, Hindi-Urdu, Korean, Pashto, Persian and Russian. ROTC students are eligible for free tuition and books. For further information, please contact the Department of Languages and Literature: languages@hum.utah.edu.

University of Wisconsin-Madison
Madison, Wisconsin
Arabic & Persian Immersion Program (APIP 2009)
13 June -08 August 2009
Spend the summer at UW-Madison learning Arabic or Persian and studying the history and cultures of these beautiful languages. This unique program offers eight weeks of language instruction with top professors and native speakers. Choose one of six course sequences (8 credits per sequence): Basic Arabic, Intermediate Arabic, Advanced Arabic, Basic Persian, Intermediate Persian, Advanced Persian.

APIP 2009 is an initiative of Global Studies, the Division of International Studies, the Departments of African Languages and Literature and Languages and Cultures of Asia, the Middle East Studies Program, and the African Studies Program. We are grateful for support provided by the Center for International Business Education and Research (CIBER).

Cost: $6,500 (includes tuition, room, board, and fees). For details and to apply, visit http://apip.global.wisc.edu. Questions? Contact Quinn Fullenkamp, APIP Coordinator, at 608.262.5666 or apip@global.wisc.edu. Application deadline: May 31, 2009. Apply before February 9, 2009 to avoid application fees. Space is limited!

World Learning
Salalah, Oman
SIT Study Abroad
Summer Arabic Language and Media (SALAM) Program
20 June-04 August 2009
An intensive six week course (with one additional week of orientation and evaluation) for Advanced Arabic language students who have completed at least two years of formal Arabic training at colleges and universities.Teaching Modern Standard Arabic to advanced students with the goal of enhancing functional usage of the language through the study and analysis of the media: print, broadcast, internet, film and literature. Six weeks in Salalah, one week in Muscat. Classhours: 4 hours a day, 5 days a week, for 6 weeks = 120 classroom hours, not including Arabic films, topical lectures in Arabic and language teacher-accompanied excursions.

Program Cost: $6,900 [Tuition = $3800; Room and partial board (breakfasts) = $3100]. Additional meals, personal spending money, insurance and international airfare are not included. The program is limited to 25 students. All undergraduates or graduate students who have completed two years of college-level Arabic are eligible to apply. Successful candidates will have a strong interest in current events and have demonstrated by their essay that they are serious students of the language.

To obtain an application form and/or additional information, please email David Fenner at david.fenner@worldllearning.org. All materials must be submitted to cec@du.edu.om by the deadline. Partial applications will not be considered. Application deadline: April 4, 2009. 

Zaytuna Institute
Berkeley, California
Summer Arabic Intensive
22 June-14 August 2009

Program at a Glance

• 8-week program in Berkeley, California
• 5 hours of instruction a day, 5 days a week
• Equivalent to 1 year of university-level Arabic
• Introductory (no prerequisite), intermediate, and advanced courses
• World-class faculty
• Competitive tuition
• Guest lectures by renowned scholars
• Deluxe accommodations

For information, contact: 510 549-3389; www.ArabicIntensive.org.