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Egypt’s Role in Middle Eastern & Global Contexts

Cairo, Egypt | Spring Post-Term

Explore the cultural, social, intellectual, and political role of Egypt while being introduced to the Egyptian dialect of the Arabic language.Adopting an interdisciplinary approach to Middle Eastern humanities and global studies, this study abroad program provides students with opportunities to develop as global citizens with a sophisticated and systemic understanding of the key contemporary issues in the Middle East. With an approach that interconnects Middle East studies, contemporary Islam, and identity formation, the outcomes of the program enhance integrated and critical reasoning, cross-cultural understanding and communication, and linguistic and cultural training.

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Internships in Tokyo

Tokyo, Japan | Summer

Tokyo is a city that is constantly on the move. A perfect blend of ultra-modern skyscrapers and cutting-edge technology mixed with temples that are centuries old. The greater Tokyo metropolitan area is the largest in the world, with the world’s largest metropolitan economy. Tokyo holds the seat of the Japanese government as well as the Emperor of Japan. 51 of the Fortune 500 companies are based in Tokyo, holding the most of any city worldwide.

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Internships in Seoul

Seoul, South Korea | Summer

MSU’s partner, CRCC Asia, will seek out internship opportunities that match the interests and backgrounds of students for a summer internship in Seoul, South Korea. Internship placement is guaranteed on the program, and students will work with CRCC Asia on placement after identifying three professional fields of interest as part of the application. Internship placements are in English, and Korean language proficiency is not required.

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Community Literacies in Canada

Toronto & Montreal, Canada | Spring Post-Term

In Canada, the cities and communities will become the sites for learning, and time spent with partners leading workshops will be considered classroom time as well. We will also participate in multicultural excursions to relevant cultural and historical sites and will interact with guest lecturers on site as well. Students will submit multiple reflections and smaller low-stakes writing projects throughout the course and will collaborate on a final project due several weeks following the trip.

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Aarhus University

Aarhus, Denmark | Fall/Spring

The Aarhus University exchange program was established through the Department of English, but is open to students of all majors. Students will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in Danish culture while also being able to take courses in English.

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Lund University

Lund, Sweden | Fall/Spring

Along with the academic component of the program, students will also have the opportunity to deeply immerse themselves in the Swedish customs and culture, enhancing their overall study abroad experience.

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