Study Abroad
Exploring Asian Wisdom: Philosophy, Religion, and Culture in China (GenEd II.D)
January 3 - 19, 2010
Discover the Chinese contribution to philosophy and religion in the East Asian tradition with Prof. Suck Choi in January 2010. You will examine Chinese traditional and modern philosophy and religion, focusing on Buddhism, Confucianism, Neo-Confucianism, art history and contemporary industry. This course will offer diverse experiences and resources to expose participants to the Chinese culture. Students will spend time in Beijing, Xi'an, Shanghai, and Xitang.
Participants will explore Chinese traditional spirituality through visits to Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City, the Great Wall of China, the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, the Great Mosque, the Big and Small Wild Goose Pagodas, the Shanghai Museum, and the Jade Buddha Temple, to name a few. You will also tour and meet students at Renmin University in Beijing and Donghua University in Shangai.
Faculty Director: Dr. Suck Choi , Towson University Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies.
Course: PHIL 219 Introduction to Asian Philosophy (3 credits). GenEd II.D. Students may choose to take RLST 357 or ASST 470 in place of PHIL 219 and will complete additional assignments as instructed by the faculty director. TU students may receive Honors credit for their study abroad experience - click here for more information.
Cost:* $4,790 includes academic credit, health insurance, housing, most meals, roundtrip international airfare and internal flights in China, visa fees, and excursions. Additional costs include $150 study abroad fee, any meals not included, and personal expenses.
*The Towson University Study Abroad Office reserves the right to make any necessary changes including adjustments in cost in the event that unforeseen circumstances arise.
Application Deadline: OCTOBER 15, 2009. Admission is on a rolling basis. Early application is advised as space is
limited.
Application Process: Students must hold a cumulative GPA of 2.5 and have a high school diploma or equivalent experience. Fill out an application (PDF) and submit it to the TU Study Abroad Office. $250 deposit required at time of application. Non-TU students must also submit a completed Non-Degree Enrollment Application (PDF) .
For Further Information: Contact Dr. Suck Choi, Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies, 410-704-2752 or the TU Study Abroad Office.
Study Abroad Office
Administration Building, 2nd Floor
Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Phone: 410-704-2451
Fax: 410-704-4703
Email: studyabroad@towson.edu
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