Study Abroad

Interpretive Problems in History: The Vietnam War

May 23 - June 10, 2009

Discover Vietnam with Towson University in Summer 2009. Explore the multiple facets of Vietnam's history of war throughout the 20th century. Students will spend time in Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An, Da Nang, Hanoi, Hue and more. The program features a variety of academic and cultural visits including the Presidential Palace and War Museum, the Museum of Military history, the DMZ, the Mekong Delta, and Long Xuyen floating market.

Students will trace not only the U.S. involvement in Vietnam but also the French, Russian, Chinese, and Vietnamese perspectives during the period. Vietnam's war history has been shaped both by accounts written shortly after its conclusion, as well as by more recent historical scholarship offering global perspectives on conflict in Southeast Asia. In short, there were many Vietnam Wars. Given this reality the program will emphasize understanding military experiences within the broader contexts of both cultural and international history.

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The course is open to all interested parties but must be taken for credit. Attendance at all lectures and site visits is mandatory.

Instructor: Robert Rook, Towson University History Department

Course: HIST 482 Interpretive Problems in History: The Vietnam War (3 credits). This course can be applied to the Asian Studies track.

TU students may receive Honors credit for their study abroad experience - click here for more information.

Costs:* $5,700 includes tuition (3 credits), health insurance, housing, breakfast daily, roundtrip airfare, transportation between program sites, and museum entrance fees. Some group meals will be included. Additional costs include $150 study abroad fee, meals and personal spending money.

*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.

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Application Deadline: MARCH 15, 2009. Admission is on a rolling basis. Early application is advised as space is limited.

Application Process: Fill ou the application (PDF) and submit it to the TU Study Abroad Office. $250 deposit (TU students) required at time of application. Non-TU students must also submit a completed Non-Degree Enrollment Application (PDF) .

For Additional Information: For further information contact Robert Rook , Dept. of History 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