Global Seminars | University Honors Program | SIU

Honors students move easily between the local and the global and embody global citizenship, wherever they are.

Summer 2024

LITERATURE, HISTORY, AND MUSIC OF A CHANGING IRELAND
with Dr. Jane E. Dougherty (Professor, English) and Elizabeth Donoghue (Assistant Director, University Honors)

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Summer 2023

Ag and Art in Ireland:  Sustainability and the Unique Ecology of the Burren

June 21-July 8 2023. 

A unique experience, integrating art and ecology, cao-taught by Dr. Charles Ruffner (Professor of Forestry) and artist, Jodi Ruffner (MFA, SIUC).

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Summer 2022

LITERATURE, HISTORY, AND MUSIC OF A CHANGING IRELAND
May 16—June 10, 2022, with  Jane E. Dougherty and Elizabeth Donoghue

A 4-week course that studies the literature, history, and music of an Ireland that is becoming more multicultural and progressive. The course includes a 2-week trip to Doolin, Belfast, and Dublin with planned visits to museums, theatres and performance spaces, environmental centers, historical sites, and tourist experiences. All disciplines with a 3.0 GPA are eligible to apply. For further information contact dohugany@siu.edu or elizabeth.donoghue@siu.edu. 

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Spring 2022

Global Seminar: The Earth Around You 
March 5—13, 2022, with Dr. James Condor

Nine days of Spring Break traveling to Costa Rica while fulfilling a science elective with this seminar class.  In the breathtaking setting of Costa Rica, you will observe geologic features that shape the landscape and the processes through which they are formed.  Hike on an active volcano, and see and smell the steam and gasses as they emanate from the earth.  Relax in soothing thermal springs while studying the volcano producing them.  Study river features while white water rafting on mountain streams and boating through coastal wetlands.  Learn about resources and sustainability on an organic farm.  Study coastal features while snorkeling in the Pacific Ocean. Contact: conder@geo.siu.edu.

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Summer 2019

UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD:  SUMMER RESIDENCY & TUTORIAL
July 2—August 1, 2019 with Dr. Elyse Pineau

A 4-week intensive residency featuring weekly, one-on-one tutorials with an Oxford Professor in the student’s chosen research/ professional focus. Students earn 5 credits, designated as University of Oxford, on their official transcript.  All disciplines encouraged to apply by Feb 15. For further information contact Dr. Elyse Pineau  elyse@siu.edu

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Global Peace Studies in Japan - w/ Dr. Satoshi Toyosaki 

May 13 - May 28, 2019 

This course takes an interdisciplinary and comprehensive approach to peace studies, specifically related to nuclear technologies/politics, WWII histories (the Pacific Theatre), human and environmental health (radiation effects), war literature, intercultural communication, and international relations. Specifically located in Japan, this global peace studies course visits Tokyo, Hiroshima, and Nagasaki and includes various museum/facility visits; various lectures; A-bomb survivors’ storytelling; numerous readings and discussions; and some tourist attractions. Japanese language proficiency is NOT required to enroll in this course.  Contact: tsatoshi@siu.edu

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