*TU Iceland: Land of Fire and Ice (Faculty-Led)

*Towson University
Summer
Vastermannaeyjar, Iceland (Map)
Reykjavik, Iceland (Map)

PROGRAM CANCELLED

Immerse yourself in the unique natural environment and cultural landscape of Iceland in Summer 2024! A modern Scandinavian country steeped in mythical history, Iceland is a land of vivid contrasts of climate, geography, and culture. Experience urban life in the capital city of Reykjavik and explore Iceland's wilder side - glaciers, volcanoes, geysers, and lava fields. Study geothermal energy, climate change, food systems, natural hazards, and settlement patterns and learn firsthand about tectonic activity as you stand at the Mid-Atlantic Ridge.

Program highlights include a food market tour and tasting and visits to the national power company of Iceland, the Arkanes Folk Museum, the Golden Circle, and the Westman Islands (Vastermannaeyjar).
Summer 2024
Yes

May 23, 2024 - June 1, 2024. Class assignments and lectures may also take place online and/or on the Towson University campus prior to and after the experience in Iceland.

PROGRAM CANCELLED. MARCH 15, 2024. Admission is on a rolling basis. Early application is advised as space is limited.

Dr. Michael Allen - Towson University Department of Geography & Environmental Planning

Students will take GEOG 494 Travel and Study Abroad in Geography (3 credits) or GEOG 584 Travel and Study (graduate-level, 3 credits). TU students may receive Honors credit for their study abroad experience.

Shared rooms in hotels and/or hostels.

Program fee includes academic credit, housing, excursions, daily breakfast, health insurance, and a welcome and farewell dinner. Additional costs include international airfare, all other meals, personal expenses, and the Study Abroad/Away Fee.

The Towson University Study Abroad & Away Office reserves the right to make any necessary changes including adjustments in cost in the event that unforeseen circumstances arise.

TU Iceland: Land of Fire and Ice Costs Chart

Note: International airfare is NOT included in the program cost.Students will be responsible for making their own travel arrangements to the program location to arrive by the designated date and time. The Study Abroad & Away Office will identify an optional flight which participants are encouraged to purchase independently.

Withdrawals/Refunds: After admission into the program, the student is responsible for the full program fee. Should the student wish to withdraw from the program for any reason after admission, only recoverable expenses may be refunded. Non-recoverable expenses may include but are not limited to costs paid to a study abroad provider, travel agency, or other third party by TU on the students behalf; housing; transportation; non-refundable deposits; activity fees; honorariums; guest lecture fees. Towson University withdrawal/drop/add deadlines do not apply. The student must submit their intention to withdraw in writing to the TU Study Abroad & Away Office.

Students must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5, a high school diploma or equivalent experience, and be at least 18 years old.

Contact Dr. Michael Allen, 410-704-3462 - TU Department of Geography and Environmental Planning or the TU Study Abroad & Away Office

To learn more, attend a Group Advising session offered Monday through Friday at 2pm in PY 408.

NOTE: Please check the Centers for Disease Control website for information regarding any recommended and/or required vaccinations and medications for your destination.

IMPORTANT: We strongly encourage all study abroad/away participants to get vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19 prior to their experience. Participants will be subject to the entry requirements and COVID related regulations of the host destination and program provider/host institution. We recommend students consider purchasing travel insurance with cancel for any reason (CFAR) coverage. Students will be responsible for any COVID related expenses incurred during their experience abroad/away.
Type:
TU Faculty-Led

 

http://www.towson.edu/studyabroad/