Spring Break, May, & Summer 2018

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BELIZE- Public Health in BelizeCHINA- Business in ChinaCHINA- Documenting Social ChangeCOSTA RICA- Biodiversity & Conservation CZECHIA- Geographical Field StudiesEUROPE- History in Europe: Storybook Villages INDIA- Business & Social ActionINDIA- Anubhav ImmersionIRELAND- Irish Literature & HistoryITALY- Art HistoryNICARAGUA- Athletic Training & Public Health NICARAGUA- Spanish Language & Public Health NICARAGUA- Social Work in NicaraguaPeru- OLLAS Latin AmericanQUEBEC (CANADA)- French Language & Culture RWANDA- Rural Public HealthTHE UK (ENGLAND)- Brexit and BeyondTHE UK (ENGLAND)- Criminal Justice in London THE UK (ENGLAND)- Global Media Communication THE UK (ENGLAND)- London Theatre Live!

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BELIZEPublic Health in Belize

Belize is the only English-speaking Central-American country, with the lowest density of population in the continent. Some of the critical health issues that the country faces are diabetes and exposure to harmful chemicals through farming.Partnering with local government and clinics, students on this course will get to support public health work in San Ignacio, Belize. Our group will be involved with health education, research and community forums.

Course: HED 3000/HPER 8000Instructors: Dr. Sofia Jawed-WesselDates: May 12 - May 27

For more information: Dr. Sofia Jawed-Wesselsjawedwessel@unomaha.edu | 402.554.2670https://unomaha.via-trm.com/traveler/users/sign_in

APPLY BY DECEMBER 1, 2017

Program Cost: $3,450

What’s Included

Roundtrip airfareHousingExcursionsHealth insuranceSupport staffLocal transportationSome meals

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CHINABusiness in China

The rise of China is a business story of our time. It has major influence on the world economy and geopolitics. In this course, we explore the importance of China as a production base and consequently, also as a market for multinational firms, including those from the US.The course aims at understanding why focusing on China matters and the basic facts about its various environments as they affect business in general: political, legal, cultural, and most importantly, institutional. This discussion is also important for the US-based managers to gauge the bottlenecks and opportunities.The class will visit two of China’s most iconic cities- Beijing and Shanghai, to experience Chinese businessculture firsthand. There will also be opportunity to exploreChinese history and culture at sites like the Great Wall.

Course: BSAD, ECON, MGMT, MKT, UG and GradInstructors: Dr. Birud SindhavDates: Spring 2018 on-campusMarch 16 - March 25 in China

For more information: Dr. Birud Sindhavbsindhav@unomaha.edu | 402.554.3335https://unomaha.via-trm.com/traveler/users/sign_in

APPLY BY OCTOBER 16, 2017

Program Cost: $2,395**UNO tuition and $175 Education

Abroad Cost is payable in addition.

What’s Included

Roundtrip airfareHousingExcursionsHealth insuranceSupport staffLocal transportationSome meals

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CHINADocumenting Social Change

Study social change in China using photography as a tool of social research. China is an ancient civilization that only recently pursued "modernization" and change. China's 4,000-year old dynastic system ended in 1911 and since then has undergone profound transformation. China today is the world's second largest and fastest growing economy - making it a unique setting to study asocial change. In this course, students will learn about social change in China from a comparative, historical, and social work perspective. The goal is to gain social welfare insights using photography as a tool of social research and change.

Course: SOWK 4890-002/SOWK 8900-002Instructors: Dr. Peter SztoDates: Spring 2018 on-campusMay TBD in China

For more information: Dr. Peter Sztopszto@unomaha.edu | 402.554.2330https://unomaha.via-trm.com/traveler/users/sign_in

APPLY BY DECEMBER 1, 2017

Program Cost: $4,300

What’s Included

Roundtrip airfareHousingExcursionsHealth insuranceSupport staffLocal transportationSome meals

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COSTA RICABiodiversity & Conservation

Discover the incredible biodiversity of Costa Rica and the conservation strategies used to protect this diversity! In this course, students will attend lectures at UNO to learn about the natural history of the plants and animalsin Costa Rica, the importance of biodiversity and what threatens it, and the conservation efforts succeeding in Costa Rica. During our trip through Costa Rica, some of the exciting places we will visit include Tirimbina Biological Reserve and Research Station, EARTH University, Los Lagos Hot Springs by Arenal Volcano, Monteverde Cloud Forest Preserve, Children’s Eternal Rainforest, Selvatura Park (zip lining and canopy bridge tours), Local coffee farm (tour) and Esterillos Beach.Participating students will have an incredible experiencein Costa Rica while earning college credit!*This program is open to all majors, and has noprerequisites.

Course: BIOL 4030Instructors: Dr. Katie LangenfeldDates: May - July 2018 on-campusJune 26 - July 6 in Costa Rica

For more information: Dr. Katie Langenfeldklangenfeld@unomaha.edu | 402.554.3670https://unomaha.via-trm.com/traveler/users/sign_in

APPLY BY DECEMBER 1, 2017

Program Cost: $3,550

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Roundtrip airfareHousingExcursionsHealth insuranceSupport staffLocal transportationAll meals

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CZECHIAGeographical Field Studies

Explore a city at the heart of Europe, where history and modernity come together, with Geographical FieldStudies in Prague. The capital city of Czechia, Prague isknown as ‘the City of a Hundred Spires’ and features architechture and city sprawl from the medieval, gothic,and baroque periods. Unique cultural quarters and historic town squares blend with more recent urban planning and development. On this program you’ll take an in depth look into Prague-its past, its present, and its future- through many different lenses. You’ll discover the effects of gentrification, Queer Prague, the Czech auto industry,enjoy a cultural evening, take a day trip to Kutná Hora,and much more.This program is open to both Geography majors and non-majors alike, and is an approved general educationsocial science course.

Course: GEOG 4620/GEOG 8626Instructors: Petr PavlinekDates: Spring 2018 on-campusMarch 16 - March 25 in Czechia

For more information: Petr Pavlinekppavlinek@unomaha.edu | 402.554.2467https://unomaha.via-trm.com/traveler/users/sign_in

APPLY BY NOVEMBER 17, 2017

Program Cost: $2,765

What’s Included

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EUROPE

Course: HIST 2990Instructors: Dan WeisDates: Summer 2018

For more information: Dan Weisdweis@unomaha.edu | 402.554.2593https://unomaha.via-trm.com/traveler/users/sign_in

APPLY BY FEBRUARY 9, 2018

Program Cost: $2,500 (Tentative Price)

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Roundtrip airfareHousingExcursionsHealth insuranceSupport staffLocal transportationSome meals

Backpack through Europe like you've always wanted to do while getting an in-depth study of the History of Europe. This month-long, active program will take students through Belgium, France, Switzerland, and Germany. Walk through storybook villages to understand how the history of Europe has impacted these countries all leading up to now.

History in Europe: Storybook Villages

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INDIABusiness & Social Action

Discover the world’s largest democracy through a variety of perspectives. Learn about India’s businessenvironment, cultural identity, and the role of non-profitsin society. Students will be hosted by UNO’s partneruniversity IMT Ghaziabad on the outskirts of India’s capital city of New Delhi. Local IMT students will joinUNO students as cultural buddies, sharing their viewof modern Indian life. In addition to visiting businessesand NGO’s, the class will make stops at the Taj Mahal,Akshardam Temple, and other cultural highlights. Bollywood dancing, cricket, and classical Indian music are all part of the experience. Come and see why theycall it ‘Incredible India!’*Students are encouraged to apply early, as this programfilled quickly in 2017.

Course: Cross-listed CBA & INSTInstructor: Dr. Patrick McNamaraDates: Spring 2018 on-campusMarch 16 - March 25 in India

For more information: Dr. Patrick McNamarapmcnamara@unomaha.edu | 402.554.2389https://unomaha.via-trm.com/traveler/users/sign_in

APPLY BY NOVEMBER 17, 2017

Program Cost: $2,695

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Roundtrip airfareHousingExcursionsHealth insuranceSupport staffLocal transportationMost mealsRequired visa

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INDIAImmersion Experience

Course: INST 3000-002, 1 Credit HourInstructors: Dr. Deepak Khazanchi Dates: May 5 - May 15

For more information: Dr. Deepak Khazanchikhazanchi@unomaha.edu | 402.554.2029https://unomaha.via-trm.com/traveler/users/sign_in

APPLY BY FEBRUARY 14, 2018

Program Cost Funded by Student:

$500 - $1000

What’s IncludedGroup AirfareHousing ExcursionsHealth insurance Support staff Local transportation Meals

CULTURE | TECHNOLOGY | GLOBALIZATION OUTSOURCING | PEOPLE & SOCIETY

Join the College of IS&T to experience Anubhav 2018- an immersion into North Indian culture in May. The experience will include academic workshops at IS&T partner Bennet University, located an hour outside India’s capital city, New Delhi. Students will be provided several opportunities to explore facets of Indian culture, history, NGOs, and businesses. Participants will receive support valued at $2,000 from a UNO grant that will directly be paid to the partner school to defray actual costs for local transportation, dorms, excursions, and meals during the experience. All committed students will be on a group flight organized by Education Abroad. IS&T students will be given preference - however all UNO students are welcome to apply!

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IRELANDIrish Literature & History

Do you want to explore a stone fort first built in 1100 B.C. with a view of the Atlantic Ocean from the edgeof a 300-foot cliff? Or have lunch in a pub founded in900 A.D.? Do you want to walk in the footsteps ofJames Joyce, Countess Markievicz, William Butler Yeats,Patrick Pearse, or Oscar Wilde? If you do, then join usfor the 2018 Ireland Study Abroad tour.Spend time discovering three of the most beautiful citiesin Ireland, and making many wonderful stops along theway. We visit Galway and Killarney in the spectacularWest and then travel to Dublin. You will take a ferry tothe island of Inis Mór, travel the Ring of Dingle and visitan early medieval church, climb to the top of the Rock ofCashel to see the ruins of a Norman castle, see a playat the world famous Abbey Theatre, and visit the manymuseums, parks, and yes, pubs, that make Dublin one ofthe most exciting cities in the world!

Course: ENGL 4960/8966 or HIST 2990Instructors: Lisabeth Buchelt, Hugh Reilly, Molly LoescheDates: May 14 - June 7 on-campusJune 10 - June 22 in Ireland

For more information: Lisabeth Bucheltlbuchelt@unomaha.edu | 402.554.2458https://unomaha.via-trm.com/traveler/users/sign_in

APPLY BY DECEMBER 1, 2017

Program Cost: $4,335

What’s Included

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ITALYArt History

Visit Italy to experience unparalleled access to art, culture, and irresistible food. UNO is coordinating a faculty-led program beginning in Omaha to explore Italian Art and Art History. The UNO course will begin on the Omaha campus in SP18 and will culminate with an intensive two weeks in the Italian cities of Rome, Orvieto, Florence, and Venice. This program includes an in-depth study of Italian Art from the Ancients through to the Present. Take thisopportunity to not only study great works of art- see firsthand collections that include work byLeonardo, Michelangelo, Donatelllo, Raphael, Titian, Tintoretto, Bernini, Caravaggio, and many more. The class will visit the Pantheon, the Vatican, the National Gallery of Modern Art, and a host of other engagingsites. Come and experience the artistic treasures of Italy!

Course: ART 4930Instructors: Dr. Adrian R. DuranDates: Spring 2018 on-campusMay 28 - June 9 in Italy

For more information: Dr. Adrian R. Duranarduran@unomaha.edu | 402.554.2588https://unomaha.via-trm.com/traveler/users/sign_in

APPLY BY FEBRUARY 9, 2018

Program Cost: $5,160

What’s Included

Rountrip airfareHousingExcursionsHealth insuranceSupport staffLocal transportationSome meals

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NICARAGUAAthletic Training & Public Health

For Spring Break 2018, the School of Health and Kinesiology will offer a study abroad program in Nicaragua, with a multi-disciplinary focus including Athletic Training and Public Health. This program will provide multiple learning opportunities for University of Nebraska students at the Universidad Americana - UAM: Managua. Students will have the opportunity to engage with local sports coaches and their student-athletes throughout this 10-day experiential learning experience. Students will interact closely with students from UAM in an environment designed to promote skill transfer and cross-cultural learning.This project will revolve around the central idea that sports are the common language which brings us together. Students will provide didactic and laboratory instruction to Nicaraguan sports coaches and their student-athletes, learn local culture and customs, and participate in weekend excursions in which they will experience Nicaragua outside of the capital city.

Course: HED 3000/HPER 8000 Instructors: Adam Rosen, Jason ColemanDates: Spring 2018 on-campusMarch 16 - March 25in Nicaragua

For more information: Dr. Adam Rosen arosen@unomaha.edu | 402.554.2670https://unomaha.via-trm.com/traveler/users/sign_in

APPLY BY NOVEMBER 17, 2017

Program Cost: $3,000 (Tentative Price)

What’s Included

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NICARAGUASpanish Language & Public Health

Join students from UNK, UNMC, UNO and UNL on thisUniversity of Nebraska study abroad program in Nicaragua summer 2018! This interdisciplinary course and study abroad experience will allow you to both develop Spanish language skills and explore public health in the Nicaraguan context. This dual-site trip will begin by providing you with two weeks of level-specific language instruction at the Centro de Idiomas at UNAN-León. During your time in this beautiful, colonial city, you will also participate in afternoon cultural activities and public health discussions. Enjoy a weekend excursion to explore the city of Granada, Lake Nicaragua and Masaya Volcano. After two weeks of language preparation, you’ll travel to Estelí, a tranquil city in Nicaragua’s northern highlands. En route, you will swim and relax at the scenic Laguna de Apoyo, a volcanic crater lake. Finally, in Estelí you’ll join Aspire Global Health, a U.S.-based global non-profit organization, to implement a public health project in the rural areas surrounding Estelí.

Course: HED 3000/HPER 8000, SPAN 4970/8976, FLNG 2530 Instructors: Melanie Bloom, Jason ColemanDates: July 2018, TBD

For more information: UNO Education Abroad unostudyabroad@unomaha.edu | 402.554.3168https://unomaha.via-trm.com/traveler/users/sign_in

APPLY BY FEBRUARY 9, 2018

Program Cost: $2,500 (Tentative Price)

What’s Included

Roundtrip airfareHousingExcursionsHealth insuranceSupport staffLocal transportationSome meals

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NICARAGUASocial Work in Nicaragua

While in Nicaragua, students will have the opportunity to visit clinics and orphanages in Managua, before traveling to UNAN-Leon where they will meet with social work students and present information to Nicaraguan social work classes. Students will also visit with Nicaraguan students in English language classes. During the program, there will be visits to many cultural and historical sites, as well as visiting Nicaraguan landscapes.

Course: SOWK 4890-004/SOWK 8900-004 Instructors: Dr. Ann CoyneDates: May 2018, TBD

For more information: Dr. Anne Coyneacoyne@unomaha.edu | 402.554.2798https://unomaha.via-trm.com/traveler/users/sign_in

APPLY BY DECEMBER 1, 2017

Program Cost: $2,500

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Roundtrip airfareHousingExcursionsHealth insuranceSupport staffLocal transportationSome meals

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RWANDA

Course:HED 3000/HPER 8000Instructor: Dr. Marcia AdlerDates: May 9 - June 14 on-campusJune 16 - June 30 in RwandaJuly 2 - 31, final assignments

For more information: Dr. Marcia Adler

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APPLY BY 16, 201

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Roundtrip airfareHousingExcursionsHealth insuranceSupport staffLocal transportationSome Meals

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How much do you know about bilingualism? Would you like to know more? Have you ever considered learning Quechua? Is visiting Ma hu Picchu a dream of yours? Then this six-week undergraduate/graduate summer course is perfect for you! It introduces participants to the study of bilingualism and bilingual education in the US and Peru. The course begins with an online classroom component that provides a background in bilingualism and bilingual education, and continues in Peru. Students will have an opportunity to visit bilingual classrooms in Omaha and Peru, take classes in Quechua, and explore exciting locations such as Ma hu Picchu, and historic Cu co. Though Spanish proficiency is helpful, it is not a requirement for the course.

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QUEBECFrench Language & Culture

Improve your French skills, participate in extra-curricular activities such as sports and music, and earn UNO credits during a five-week immersion program at Laval University in Quebec City. The city itself, founded in 1608 by Champlain, has a great deal to offer both culturally and historically. Enjoy the "festival d'été" in July and the "Fêtes de la Nouvelle France" in August, when hundreds of French musicians give free concerts throughout the city. During this five week intensive language program, students will learn about Quebec civilization, cinema, literature and more. Students have opportunities to speak French on a daily basis in conversation tables, participate in festivals, and many more cultural activities!

Course: FREN 4900, FREN 4960Instructors: Dr. Patrice ProulxDates: July 8 - August 10

For more information: Emily J Krueger or Dr. Proulxekrueger@unomaha.edu | 402.554.3168https://unomaha.via-trm.com/traveler/users/sign_in

APPLY BY FEBRUARY 12, 2018

Program Cost: $1,400

What’s Included

HousingExcursionsHealth insuranceSupport staffLanguage Training

Estimated Additional Expenses: Airfare, meals, spending money, passport, add-on excursions, and other supplies are not billed through UNO. Students can expect to spend $1,400 to $1800+ for these additional expenses, depending on personal eating and spending habits. Students must also enroll in FREN 4960, a 3 credit hour course at UNO, and have the option to enroll in FREN 4900 for an additional 3 hours of French credit. Students pay tuition for their UNO courses per usual.

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RWANDARural Public Health

Join a unique collaborative opportunity for UNO students, UNMC students, and Rwandan medical students to create an e-Learning module and observe clinical and community healthcare delivery in rural Rwanda. This program is offered by UNMC’s International Health and Medical Education, UNO’s School of Health and Kinesiology, and University of Gitwe in Rwanda, May - June 2018. As part of this program, UNO/UNMC students will spend two weeks working with medical students in Gitwe, a rural community located a scenic 3-hour drive from Kigali, capital of Rwanda. While in-country, students will also learn about infectious and non-communicable diseases and cultivate their inter-cultural awareness, cultural humility, and professionalism. *Enrollment is limited to 6 UNO students.

Course: HED 3000/HPER 8000Instructor: Dr. Marcia AdlerDates: May 9 - June 14 on-campusJune 16 - June 30 in RwandaJuly 2 - 31, final assignments

For more information: Dr. Marcia Adlermadler@unomaha.edu| 402.554.3223https://unomaha.via-trm.com/traveler/users/sign_in

APPLY BY FEBRUARY 16, 2018

Program Cost: $3,600-$3,900

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Roundtrip airfareHousingExcursionsHealth insuranceSupport staffLocal transportationSome Meals

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ENGLANDBrexit and Beyond

Head to London for a 360 view of the British political system and gain insight into the UK’s law, media, judiciary, and political parties. Guided tours and presentations may include: Parliament, the political party headquarters, interest group offices, Churchill’s Cabinet War Rooms, Ministry offices, media, law and judicial sites. Cultural highlights may include changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace, tours of Windsor Castle, Westminster Abbey, St. Paul’s Cathedral, and Cambridge. A traditional medieval banquet will be planned toward the end of the tour. You will have ample free time for optional weekend excursions, theatre, and museum visits.

Course: PSCI 4500/8506-001 INST 4140, BSAD 4000Instructors: Dr. Jody Neathery-Castro Dates: Spring 2018 on-campus May 10 - May 27 in the UK

For more information: Dr. Jody Neathery-Castrojneathery@unomaha.edu | 402.554.3611https://unomaha.via-trm.com/traveler/users/sign_in

APPLY BY FEBRUARY 9, 2018

Program Cost: $3,550

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Roundtrip airfareHousingExcursionsHealth insuranceSupport staffLocal transportationSome meals

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ENGLANDCriminal Justice in London

For over thirty five years, the Criminal Justice in Londonprogram has been introducing University of Nebraska at Omaha and University of Nebraska Lincoln students to the criminal justice system in the United Kingdom. Continuing the tradition, Dr Brennan’s spring semester course will be followed by over two weeks in London, where students will have unparalleled access to major criminal justice sites in London, a prime location in London’s sought after West End, and a built-in support system of UNO and UNL students and staff.Thanks to longstanding relationships in London, Criminal Justice students will have the unique opportunities to –among other things –visit high security prisons, receive a private tour of the Old Bailey Crown Court by its head of security, and meet with FBI officials in the US Embassy. Don’t miss out–there is limited space for this exciting opportunity!

Course: CRCJ 4710Instructors: Dr. Pauline BrennanDates: Spring 2018 on-campusMay 10 - May 27 in the UK

For more information: Dr. Pauline Brennanpkbrennan@unomaha.edu | 402.554.2205https://unomaha.via-trm.com/traveler/users/sign_in

APPLY BY FEBRUARY 9, 2018

Program Cost: $3,200

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ENGLANDGlobal Media Communication

Course: JMC 4430-001Instructors: Dr. Chris AllenDates: Spring 2018 on-campusMay 10 - May 27 in the UK

For more information: Dr. Chris Allencallen@unomaha.edu | 402.554.2601https://unomaha.via-trm.com/traveler/users/sign_in

APPLY BY FEBRUARY 9, 2018

Program Cost: $3,550

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Roundtrip airfareHousingExcursionsHealth insuranceSupport staffLocal transportationSome meals

Experience London, a city famous for the global reach of its media. Visit media industries, outlets, and cultural sites in London on this 2 week program.Students from UNO enroll in a spring semester communication course, which culminates in a two-week trip to London, UK in May. Global Communication examines the international issues of media ownership, censorship, cultural influence and global reach of the media, from newspapers to new technology. The class will examine theories of information flow and media colonialism. There will be a concentration on the influence of news and advertising on regional populations, with visits to a number of media industries and outlets in London.

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ENGLANDLondon Theatre Live!

Course: THEA 4020/8026Instructors: D. Scott GlasserDates:Spring 2018 on-campusMay 10 - May 27 in the UK

For more information: D. Scott Glassersglasser@unomaha.edu | 402.554.3619https://unomaha.via-trm.com/traveler/users/sign_in

APPLY BY FEBRUARY 9, 2018

Program Cost: TBD

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Roundtrip airfareHousingExcursionsHealth insuranceSupport staffLocal transportationPerformance ticketsSome meals

Spend this spring semester diving into London’s rich tradition of theatre. At the end of the semester, students will wrap-up the course with a 2 week program to London and the surrounding region. Visit Shakespere’s home town and the Globe Theatre, attend performances at the National Theatre, Regents Park, and the West End, and explore the history and culture of the UK. Walk the halls of castles like Windsor and Warwick, see the making of Harry Potter at Warner Brothers Studio, and visit the towns of Oxford and Cambridge. This opportunity takes you into the heart of a thriving culture of theatre over 400 years old!