Semester in Namibia/South Africa

Location
Based in Windhoek, Namibia, a modern city of 200,000 located in the geographical center of the country. The city reflects the German colonial influence as well as the impact of Apartheid and South African occupation. It is surrounded by hills, trees, gardens and greens that provide a contrast to the aridity of much of Namibia. Its climate is dry but pleasant, with an average high temperature ranging from 68 to 86 degrees. English is the official language of Namibia; Afrikaans, German, Oshiwambo, Itjiherero, Nama/Damara, and numerous other indigenous African languages are also spoken.

Travel Experiences
The programs each include a two-week group travel seminar to South Africa; short trips to other parts of Namibia, including the Western coast, are also planned. The program also includes a one-week family stay in Windhoek and a two-week home stay with a rural Namibian family, followed by a debriefing at Etosha Game Reserve.

Internships
Both programs have a limited number of internships available for students who meet internship requirements. To learn more about internships offered through Center for Global Education semester programs click on the following link: Internship Info.

Requirements
Open to sophomores, juniors and seniors at any college or university. Enrollment is limited. No foreign language requirement.

Cost
The cost of the program covers tuition, room and board, group travel in Namibia and South Africa, and all other program costs in Southern Africa. Students are responsible for their round-trip airfare to Namibia from the U.S. Contact the Center for Global Education for specific information:globaled@augsburg.edu or 1-800-299-8889).

Fall Program
Multicultural Societies in Transition: Southern African Perspectives
Designed to introduce undergraduate students to the central issues facing Southern Africa. Examine the reconciliation process to end an era of apartheid in Namibia and South Africa, explore the rich mosaic of cultures, which make up Namibia's population, and discuss the challenges of establishing a multicultural society and overcoming institutionalized racism. Earn credit in Political Science, History, Religion and Interdisciplinary Studies.

Spring Program
Nation Building, Globalization and Decolonizing the Mind
Learn about Namibia and South Africa as they struggle to build nationhood, deal with the legacies of apartheid and colonialism, and the challenges posed by the rapid process of globalization in today's world; the challenges posted by under- and unequal development; and the long-term project of decolonizing the mind. Gain hands-on work experience in a development agency. Earn credit in Political Science, Religion, Interdisciplinary Studies, or History. See Course Descriptions.    
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