03-25-2004, 09:02 PM
Could you kindly post the following announcement to your discussion group?
I am also enclosing it as a file attachment. Thanks.
S.N. Sridhar
Professor of Linguistics and India Studies
Chair, Department of Asian and Asian American Studies
Stony Brook University
N 507 SBS Building, Stony Brook, NY 11794-4243
Telephone: (631) 632-4041 Fax: (631) 632-4098
Email: s.sridhar@s....
Study Abroad Program in Bangalore
SUNY ANNOUNCES FIRST EVER
Study Abroad Program in Bangalore, India
May 24 ââ¬â July 2, 2004
ââ¬ÅUnbeatable opportunity to experience the best of traditional and
contemporary India under expert guidance and at a most reasonable cost
ââ¬âWilliam Arens, Dean, Office of International Programs,
Stony Brook Universityââ¬Â
HIGHLIGHTS
The Center for India Studies, in collaboration with the Office of
International Academic Programs, Stony Brook University, announces a unique
summer Study Abroad program based in Bangalore, India. Earn an entire
semesterââ¬â¢s worth of credits at a cost lower than being on campus, while
taking part in a life-changing experience. Feel the excitement of Indiaââ¬â¢s
traditional cultures at the cross-roads of globalization. Interesting
courses, outstanding faculty from Stony Brook and Bangalore Universities.
Field trips to historic monuments, 1000 year-old temples, wildlife,
villages and graceful cities. Interact with Indian students, creative
artists, intellectuals, social activists, business leaders. Enjoy rich
cultural and social activities, comfortable living and learning
arrangements.
COURSES
Take 4 or 5 courses from the following list (3 credits each):
ä Popular Culture and Social Change in Modern India
ä Indian Art & Architecture
ä Democracy and Pluralism in India
ä Language and Society in Multilingual India
ä Post-colonial Indian Literature (in English & in translation)
ä Independent Study or Internship
EXCURSIONS
Weekend trips to the royal city of Mysore, Ooty (hill station),
Srirangapattana (Tippu Sultanââ¬â¢s capital), Hampi ( site of the 13th to 16th
c. Vijayanagar empire), Belur & Halebid (1000 year old temples), and others
LOCATION
Classes first week will be held at Stony Brook. Next 5 weeks, classes will
be held on the attractive, well-equipped campus of New Horizon College,
affiliated with Bangalore University. Participants will stay in NHCââ¬â¢s
modern residence halls. See for details, www.newhorizonindia.edu
ELIGIBILITY
The program is open to undergraduate students from all over the word. The
credits earned can normally be applied toward graduation. (Check with your
college office.) There is no language requirement. Graduate students and
selected high school seniors may join under a separate arrangement.
COST
The total program cost is $6,100 for New York state residents (and $9,075
for out of state students). The Tuition (up to 15 credits) is $2175 for New
York state residents and $5150 for out of state students. Program fee
(includes room, board, excursions, fees, insurance) is $2725 and round trip
airfare, based on group rate, is $1,210. Payment of the airfare is due upon
acceptance, and balance of the cost is due by April 15.
FINANCIAL AID
Four scholarships of $1,000 each have been donated by the Center for India
Studies at Stony Brook specifically for students going to India on this
program.
DUE DATE
Applications are due April 2, 2004. Early application is encouraged.
Applicants received after the due date will be considered if space is
available.
ACADEMIC DIRECTORS
The program will be directed by Professors S.N. Sridhar and Meena Sridhar
former and current Directors, respectively, of the Center for India
Studies, Stony Brook University, who will also be traveling to and teaching
courses with the students. They may be reached at (631) 632-9742 or via
e-mail at s.sridhar@s.... Details of the program may be found at
the Centerââ¬â¢s website, www.sunysb.edu/india
INFORMATION: For a colorful brochure with all the details, contact Ms.
Deborah DiFranco, Program Administrator, India Program, Center for India
Studies, Stony Brook University, East 5350, Melville Library, Stony Brook,
NY 11794-3386 ddifranco@n...
HOW TO APPLY: Contact
Ms. Lucinda Acquaye, International Academic Programs, E 5340, Melville
Library
Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY 11794-3397 Tel: (631) 632-7030
E-mail: studyabroad@s...
Website: www.sunysb.edu/studyabroad
I am also enclosing it as a file attachment. Thanks.
S.N. Sridhar
Professor of Linguistics and India Studies
Chair, Department of Asian and Asian American Studies
Stony Brook University
N 507 SBS Building, Stony Brook, NY 11794-4243
Telephone: (631) 632-4041 Fax: (631) 632-4098
Email: s.sridhar@s....
Study Abroad Program in Bangalore
SUNY ANNOUNCES FIRST EVER
Study Abroad Program in Bangalore, India
May 24 ââ¬â July 2, 2004
ââ¬ÅUnbeatable opportunity to experience the best of traditional and
contemporary India under expert guidance and at a most reasonable cost
ââ¬âWilliam Arens, Dean, Office of International Programs,
Stony Brook Universityââ¬Â
HIGHLIGHTS
The Center for India Studies, in collaboration with the Office of
International Academic Programs, Stony Brook University, announces a unique
summer Study Abroad program based in Bangalore, India. Earn an entire
semesterââ¬â¢s worth of credits at a cost lower than being on campus, while
taking part in a life-changing experience. Feel the excitement of Indiaââ¬â¢s
traditional cultures at the cross-roads of globalization. Interesting
courses, outstanding faculty from Stony Brook and Bangalore Universities.
Field trips to historic monuments, 1000 year-old temples, wildlife,
villages and graceful cities. Interact with Indian students, creative
artists, intellectuals, social activists, business leaders. Enjoy rich
cultural and social activities, comfortable living and learning
arrangements.
COURSES
Take 4 or 5 courses from the following list (3 credits each):
ä Popular Culture and Social Change in Modern India
ä Indian Art & Architecture
ä Democracy and Pluralism in India
ä Language and Society in Multilingual India
ä Post-colonial Indian Literature (in English & in translation)
ä Independent Study or Internship
EXCURSIONS
Weekend trips to the royal city of Mysore, Ooty (hill station),
Srirangapattana (Tippu Sultanââ¬â¢s capital), Hampi ( site of the 13th to 16th
c. Vijayanagar empire), Belur & Halebid (1000 year old temples), and others
LOCATION
Classes first week will be held at Stony Brook. Next 5 weeks, classes will
be held on the attractive, well-equipped campus of New Horizon College,
affiliated with Bangalore University. Participants will stay in NHCââ¬â¢s
modern residence halls. See for details, www.newhorizonindia.edu
ELIGIBILITY
The program is open to undergraduate students from all over the word. The
credits earned can normally be applied toward graduation. (Check with your
college office.) There is no language requirement. Graduate students and
selected high school seniors may join under a separate arrangement.
COST
The total program cost is $6,100 for New York state residents (and $9,075
for out of state students). The Tuition (up to 15 credits) is $2175 for New
York state residents and $5150 for out of state students. Program fee
(includes room, board, excursions, fees, insurance) is $2725 and round trip
airfare, based on group rate, is $1,210. Payment of the airfare is due upon
acceptance, and balance of the cost is due by April 15.
FINANCIAL AID
Four scholarships of $1,000 each have been donated by the Center for India
Studies at Stony Brook specifically for students going to India on this
program.
DUE DATE
Applications are due April 2, 2004. Early application is encouraged.
Applicants received after the due date will be considered if space is
available.
ACADEMIC DIRECTORS
The program will be directed by Professors S.N. Sridhar and Meena Sridhar
former and current Directors, respectively, of the Center for India
Studies, Stony Brook University, who will also be traveling to and teaching
courses with the students. They may be reached at (631) 632-9742 or via
e-mail at s.sridhar@s.... Details of the program may be found at
the Centerââ¬â¢s website, www.sunysb.edu/india
INFORMATION: For a colorful brochure with all the details, contact Ms.
Deborah DiFranco, Program Administrator, India Program, Center for India
Studies, Stony Brook University, East 5350, Melville Library, Stony Brook,
NY 11794-3386 ddifranco@n...
HOW TO APPLY: Contact
Ms. Lucinda Acquaye, International Academic Programs, E 5340, Melville
Library
Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY 11794-3397 Tel: (631) 632-7030
E-mail: studyabroad@s...
Website: www.sunysb.edu/studyabroad