New Activisms, Human Rights and Social Justice
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About this Program
This program explores the struggles of people in Mesoamerica, a region that stretches from central Mexico to Costa Rica. While learning or polishing your Spanish, you will know more about the human rights crisis the region currently faces from the perspective of historically marginalized communities (such as: Indigenous and Afro-descendant people, peasant communities, women, members of LGTBQ+, and youth). You will explore the historical causes of social, ethnic, racial, and political conflicts that have shaped the region and engage with communities, groups and individuals who are organizing themselves to respond to the challenges they face today: From the use of history and memory in local struggles for reparation and justice; to reflections about how religion has informed feminist, Afro-descedant, queer, and environmental initiatives; to sharing time with people carving out new economic and social alternatives or forced to flee their homes due to political, environmental, or economic causes.
Program Highlights
- When you study at Augsburg University's Center for Global Education and Experience Center in Quetzaltenango, Antigua, Guatemala, you'll take courses and internship in English, all designed specifically for American students. While study center programs typically offer less exposure to local students and follow a more American-style curriculum than local universities, this program is ideal for students seeking academic challenging curriculum and immersion in the local community with a required internship. Augsburg University supports you with pre-departure advising & support, visa-related support, airport reception, onsite orientation, onsite staff support, 24/7 emergency assistance, comprehensive global medical insurance, housing & meals, cultural activities, excursions, and personal and professional development.
Level of Immersion
Language(s) of Instruction:
- English
Features
- Courses with Study Abroad Students
- No Language Pre-Requisites
- Study Center Program
- Community Engagement
- Experiential Immersion
- Visa Free
Housing Abroad
- Students arrange and pay for housing directly through the Global Partner or its housing provider. See the Budget Worksheet for estimated housing costs. Available housing options:
- Shared Residence Halls
- Homestay
Program Dates
- Fall Semester: mid-August to mid-December
- Spring Semester: mid-January to mid-May
Housing at Seattle University
Moving can be both costly and stressful, but careful planning can help minimize both. Start by creating a housing plan for before and after your study abroad experience to avoid the pressure of continuing to pay for rent at home. Program fees typically cover housing abroad, so if you expect to incur additional domestic rent expenses, be sure to include these in your budget. If possible, consider staying with family or friends temporarily before you depart or when you return to save on costs.
Housing Residence Life
Education Abroad typically recommends considering Seattle University on-campus housing for when students return from their programs, as Housing Residence Life staff are able to support students in securing housing, while adhering to student preferenceas best as they can.
Housing Application
Check the Housing Portal for more specific dates
- Winter Quarter Housing applications open in November
- Spring Quarter Housing applications open in February
- Fall Quarter Housing applications open in May