*TU Bahamian Breeze: Cross-Cultural Psychology (Faculty-Led)

*Towson University
Summer
Nassau, Bahamas (Map)

APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED TO APRIL 4, 2024

Explore cross-cultural psychology in the Caribbean in Summer 2024! Learn about human behavior and cognitive processes through the exploration of psychological theories, their application in the real-world, and how they are shaped by cultural variation. Examine the values, ideas, and practical applications of psychology in the United States and the Bahamas and observe psychological concepts first-hand through interactions with local residents, scholars, and students and guest lectures related to the local culture.

Program highlights include guest lectures by local experts, a walking tour of Nassau, visits to the National Art Gallery of The Bahamas, The Bahamas Historical Society Museum, the Pompey Museum of Slavery and Emancipation, Fort Fincastle, and the Blue Holes National Park, and community engagement work with a local NGO.
Summer 2024
Yes

July 7 - 16, 2024. Class assignments and meetings may also take place online and/or on the Towson University campus prior to and after the experience in The Bahamas.

APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED TO APRIL 4, 2024. Admission is on a rolling basis. Early application is advised as space is limited.

Dr. Faizan Imtiaz - Towson University Department of Psychology

Students will choose one of the following courses for a total of 3 credits:

  • PSYC 494 Travel and Study Abroad in Psychology
  • PSYC 594 Travel and Study Abroad in Psychology (graduate students only)

TU students may also receive Honors College credit for their study abroad experience.

Shared rooms in hotels, hostels, or university housing.

Program fee includes academic credit, housing, some group meals, excursions, and health insurance. 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 Bahamian Breeze: Cross-Cultural Psychology 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. Students must have completed an undegraduate degree to earn PSYC 594.

Contact Dr. Faizan Imtiaz, 410-704-2263 - TU Department of Psychology 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/