2007-08 Undergraduate Catalog
Indiana, Pennsylvania 15705
 

Director: Michele L. Petrucci

        Website: www.iup.edu/international

        E-mail: intl-affairs@iup.edu

The Office of International Affairs (OIA) is the primary catalyst for Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s international initiatives. The OIA proactively facilitates, promotes, and organizes the international programs, events, support, and initiatives to more fully diversity IUP and the local Western Pennsylvania communities.

The OIA is a central source of information which provides special services for admitted international students, visiting scholars, and international visitors and faculty. The office is also the main resource and support for study abroad programs and international programming. The office provides the following services to students:
    • an extensive orientation program for new international students
    • advising on immigration matters
    • counseling on cultural and personal matters
    • preparation and processing of immigration documents
    • medical insurance information for international students and exchange/study abroad participants
    • financial assistance to qualified international students through the partial tuition waiver
    • a predeparture orientation program for exchange and study abroad participants
    • a reentry program for participants returning from exchange or study abroad
    • multicultural programming for the campus and Indiana community

In addition, this office supports Culturelinks, a volunteer program which connects students to the larger community. Culturelinks provides an opportunity for international students to share their perspectives and cultural traditions with others in the university and in the community. The office also sponsors Coffee Hours which are open to all members of the community. Trips for international and exchange students to New York City and Pittsburgh are arranged and partially funded through OIA.
   

International Exchange and Study Abroad Programs

Australia and New Zealand (AustraLearn and ISEP). With universities located throughout Australia and New Zealand, AustraLearn and ISEP offer IUP students a wide range of choices in locale, course offerings, and size. Semester and academic-year opportunities are available, with the fall semester (from July to November) and the spring semester (from February to June).

Bangladesh, Dhaka. Students studying business, computer science, economics, environmental studies, sociology, anthropology, and public administration have the opportunity to study for a semester or an academic year at North South University in Dhaka. Language of instruction is English.

Brazil, São Carlos. Students in the Eberly College of Business and Information Technology have the opportunity to study in Brazil for one semester or an academic year. Language of instruction is Portuguese.

Brazil, São Paulo. Students studying in the Eberly College of Business and Information Technology have the opportunity to study in Brazil for one semester or an academic year. Language of instruction is Portuguese.

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China. Three exchanges in Beijing, Suzhou, and Shanghai for students in lanugage and cultural immersion. Interested students can attend Shanghai Teachers University, Beijing Capital Normal University, or Soochow University and experience Chinese culture and language for a semester of an academic year. Language of instruction is Chinese.

China, Chengdu. Students studying in the Eberly College of Business and Information Technology have the opportunity to study for one semester or an academic year at the Southwestern University of Finance and Economics. Language of instruction is Chinese.

China, Macau. This exchange at the University of Macau focuses on business study and offers courses in the following areas: accounting, computer studies, economics, finance, management, and mathematics. Language of instruction is English.
  

Costa Rica, Heredia (summer). A four-week intensive Spanish language program is offered in the summer at the National University of Costa Rica. For details and brochures, contact the Spanish Department.

Croatia, Zagreb. Students in the College of Fine Arts have the opportunity to study for one semester or an academic year at the Academy of Fine Arts and the Academy of Music at the University of Zagreb. Language of instruction is English.

England, Bristol. Students wishing to enroll in courses in the areas of computer science, business, economics, politics, sociology, history, and European social studies may study during the fall semester at the University of the West of England, Bristol.

England, Greenwich. This exchange is for Education majors. Students can attend for fall or spring semester or for a full academic year exchange.
  

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England, Leeds. Students wishing to be in an English city environment will find Leeds a perfect choice. Exchanges are for a fall or spring semester or the full academic year. Courses are offered in all disciplines.

England, Liverpool. Education students can attend a fall or spring semester or the full academic year at the University of Liverpool. Full curriculum is available.

England, Oxford (summer). A three-week educational and cross-cultural experience is offered in the summer at Oxford University. For details, contact the English Department.

England, Sheffield. Students studying business have the opportunity to study for a semester or academic year at Sheffield Hallam University.
 
England, Worcester. Students are offered an opportunity to study at the University of Worcester for one semester or an academic year. Courses are offered in a variety of fields of study.

Europe (ETEN). This exchange is for Education majors. Study at the following schools: in Denmark, at Hogvangseminariet, Ribe Statsseminarium, or Silkeborg Seminarium; in the Netherlands at Haagse Hogeschool University of Professional Education or Hanzehogeschool; in Norway at Adger/Oslo or Stord University College; or in Sweden at Malmo University and Goteborg. Exchange times vary for each exchange. Some exchanges offer courses in a language other than English.
 

Finland, Tampere. Students studying business or occupational safety are eligible to study at Tampere University of Technology for a semester or academic year. Language of instruction is English.

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France, Nancy. The opportunity to study for one semester or academic year at the University of Nancy II (140 miles from Paris) is available to qualified students. The language of instruction is French. For business majors, courses are taught in English. For details, contact the French and German Department or, for Business majors, the Eberly College of Business and Information Technology.

France, Nancy (summer). Two programs, one for English-speaking and one for French-speaking participants, are offered in the summer. For details, contact the French and German Department.
  

Germany, Duisburg. This summer exchange is for Business majors. The BEST program offers students a chance to study in Germany for a short period.

Germany, Nürnberg. Students in the Eberly College of Business and Information Technology have the opportunity to study for one semester or an academic year at the Nürnberg University of Applied Sciences. Sociology and German students are also eligible.

Greece, Thessaloniki. Undergraduate students looking for a great all-around, European study abroad experience can travel to American College of Thessaloniki (ACT) for one semester or one academic year. Classes are available for all majors, and the language of instruction is English.
  

Ireland, Dublin. Students majoring in Communications Media and Journalism can attend Dublin City University for a fall semester, spring semester, or a full academic year exchange.

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Italy (Study Abroad Italy). Not fluent in Italian, but interested in Italian language and culture? You should consider studying at one of the English-medium institutions on offer through IUP’s affiliate agreement with Study Abroad Italy: Mediterranean Center for the Arts in Sicily, John Cabot University in Rome, Florence University of Arts in Florence, Apicius Culinary Institute in Florence, or NABA (Academy of Arts and Design) or Domus Academy for Fashion in Milan. A wide range of courses are offered. Language of instruction is English.

Japan, Nagoya. Study for one semester or an academic year at Nagoya Gakuin University. A variety of courses are offered in the Asian Studies Program. Languages of instruction are English and Japanese.

Japan, Osaka. The opportunity to study for a semester or one academic year at Kansai Gaidai University is available to students interested in Japanese culture. A variety of courses are offered in the Asian Studies Program. Languages of instruction are English and Japanese.

Jordan, Irbid. Study for one semester or an academic year at Yarmouk University. Immerse yourself in Arabic in YU’s Arabic Language Center. Languages of instruction are English and Arabic.

Korea, Daegu. Study for one semester or an academic year at Kyungpook National University. A variety of courses are offered in the Asian Studies Program. Languages of instruction are English and Korean.

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Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur. All students are welcome to attend INTI College, a private university, which offers a full curriculum. Exchanges are available for fall or spring semester or for a full academic year. Language of instruction is English.

Mexico, Students who are studying Spanish and have an interest in experiencing Mexican culture have an opportunity to participate in a summer study program that is offered at the Center for Bilingual and Multicultural Studies, an affiliate of the University of Morelos. For details and brochures, contact the Spanish Department.

Mexico, Puebla. Students wishing to enroll in courses in Spanish, business, international relations/studies, anthropology, and hotel and restaurant management with an interest in Mexican culture have the opportunity to study at the Universidad de las Americas, Puebla, for one semester, academic year, or summer. Languages of instruction are Spanish and English (specific programs such as business and fine arts).

Norway, Kristiansand. Students may take courses offered in art, economics, social sciences, education, fine arts, and more. Language of instruction is English.

Poland, Opole. This exchange is open to psychology and studio art majors. Attend Opole University for a semester or an academic year exchange. Languages of instruction are Polish and English.

Poland, Poznan. Students studying chemistry, criminology, English, industrial and labor relations, journalism, physics, psychology, and teacher education have the opportunity to study for a semester or an academic year at Adam Mickiewicz University. The language of instruction is Polish; however, many courses are offered in English.
 
Russian Federation, Vladikavkaz. IUP students may study at North Ossetia State University for a semester or academic year. Language of instruction is Russian.

Slovak Republic, Bratislava. Courses in Slovak language, Slovak literature, culture, and history, English literature, English culture and history, political science, sociology, physics, and psychology are available to interested students at Comenius University. The program is for one semester or an academic year. Language of instruction is Slovakian.

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Slovenia, Ljubljana. Students studying in the College of Fine Arts have the opportunity to study for one semester or an academic year at the Academy of Fine Arts and the Academy of Music at the University of Ljubljana.

Spain, Valladolid. Students who have completed twelve university credits in Spanish and have an interest in experiencing Spain’s culture have an opportunity to participate in the Pennsylvania Valladolid Study in Spain Program during the spring semester. This experience will enable students to spend a period of twenty weeks immersed in Spanish culture and language at the University of Valladolid. For details and brochures, contact the Department of Spanish.

Sweden, Karlstad. Students wishing to enroll in a range of courses with a desire to experience Swedish culture are invited to study at Karlstad University. Language of instruction is English.

Taiwan, Danshuei. Experience life in Taiwan at Tamkang University. Across-the-board curriculum is offered for semester or academic year exchanges. Languages of instruction are Chinese and English (specific programs).

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American InterContinental University (AIU)

Study Fashion Merchandising at AIU’s dynamic campus in London. For more information, visit the website www.aiustudyabroad.com and the OIA.
 

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International Student Teaching Opportunities

IUP students enrolled as teacher education majors in all certification areas are eligible to participate in this half-semester student teaching program in the following areas: Copenhagen, Denmark; London, England; Worcester, England; Paris, France; Malahide, Ireland; and Gronigen, The Netherlands. See the College of Education and Educational Technology section of this catalog for further information.
   

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IUP students can participate in a range of English-medium programs around the world through CEA. For more information, visit the website www.gowithcea.com and the OIA.
   

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