2008 Program Details

Culture and Community in Northern Ireland: Peace Building and Conflict Transformation

    June 16- July 14, 2008


    Topics Include

    • Religion and Identity
    • Property, employment, and education: Conflict and Social Class
    • GB, NI, IE, EU: Territory, Conflict, and Change
    • Enacting Culture: Murals and Parades in Northern Ireland
    • Literatures of Conflict
    • Security Matters: Police, Army, and Social Change
    • Reconciliation and forms of Justice


    Structure of the Institute

    • 6 credit hours at 300-level
    • 7-day intensive pre-departure orientation
    • 21 days in Northern Ireland

Highlights

Hear from people from all sides of “the Troubles”— experience the Marching Day parades and bonfires — gain historical perspective in Derry and Armagh — and much more!

2008 Program Cost is $5,000.00.

Includes: Roundtrip transatlantic airfare, all required program materials and activities, group meals during orientation program, group transfers and ground transportation, public transportation pass, accommodation and meal allowance in Belfast (Additional fee of $500.00 for tuition).