Creole Cultures of Belize
Belize
- Other Cities in Belize:
San Ignacio
Term: Summer
Dates: June 4 - July 3, 2010
Description:
This course explores, examines and evaluate the challenges and experiences of the peoples and cultures that have come together to form the modern nation of Belize. What has helped unite this diverse group of peoples who comprise Belize is the process of "Creolization" that has taken a unique form in this country which challenges the established notions of creolization, cultural pluralism and multiethnic studies. The various thematic areas to be discussed will include: culture, ethnicity, race, nationalism, identity politics, class, globalization and creolization. These themes and factors as well as others will be analyzed to enable a better understanding and appreciation of the common thread of "creolization" that unites all Belizeans in spite of geographical location; and at times, biological and cultural differences. Students are introduced to the subjects of creolization, language formation, identity politics in a plural society, the processes of globalization, ethnographic research and hence the complexities of Belizean society as it evolved through time to the 21st century embracing a new national identity.
Highlights:
* Study in Central America in an English speaking country
* Belize is rich in multicultural and multilingual communities
* 2 hours away for the world's second largest barrier reef
* Maya ruins throughout Belize
* Terrific bio-diversity
* University committed to sustainable development
* International faculty and student body
* Low faculty to student ratio
* Housing in a resort with a pool
Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)
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Travel Types :
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- Heritage Tourism
- Native Culture Studies
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Subject Areas :
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- African Studies
- African-American Studies
- Anthropology
- Area/Ethnic Studies
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- Culture
- Interreligious / Interethnic Relations
- Languages / Linguistics
- Latin American Studies
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- Social Sciences
- Sustainable Development
- Women's Studies
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Cost in US$: USD 3,750
Cost Include Description:
6 hours university credit
Housing at a local family run resort
transportation to and from the airport
transportation to and from the University
weekday breakfasts
Orientation
Experience Required: no
This Program is open to
Worldwide
Participants.
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Typical Living Arrangements :
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Participants Travel to Belize
Independently
Typically Participants Work
in Groups of 5 to 15 students
Application Process Involves:
- Disciplinary Clearance Form
- Other
- Transcript
- Written Application
Galen University's Mission Statement: The mission of Galen University is to provide excellence in undergraduate, graduate, and professional education to prepare students to achieve their dreams and goals. Galen University is committed to providing an exciting and stimulating learning environment, innovative and supportive teaching, scholarship, and active service to the community with a unique focus on 'sustainable development' throughout our courses, programs, and service.
Year Founded: 2002
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