Study Abroad
Emory College offers two opportunities to students to study abroad in India: the Emory Tibetan Studies Program (Spring semester) and the Emory- approved program Semester in South India Program (Fall semester). The Mysore program is initiated out of University of Iowa, in which Syracuse University also participates.
Emory Tibetan Studies Program, Dharamsala
The study abroad program in Dharamsala, India focuses on the study of Tibetan language, philosophy, culture, and civilization. In addition, individual research projects are an important component of the program.
Situated in the foothills of the Himalayas and home to His Holiness the Dalai Lama, Dharamsala is the cultural and intellectual capital of the Tibetan exile community. The program integrates academic study, traditional Buddhist pedagogy, field research in the Tibetan community, and guided explorations of contemplative practice. This unique combination of theory, practice, and immersion provides an excellent opportunity to explore numerous cultural, political, historical, and religious dimensions of the Tibetan world.
His Holiness the XIV Dalai Lama has been named Presidential Distinguished Professor at Emory University, the first university appointment accepted by the 1989 Nobel Peace Laureate and leader of the Tibetan exile community. In this capacity, the Dalai Lama will offer a private teaching session with students during Emory's study abroad program in Dharamsala.
For information about this appontment, please visit:http://www.dalailama.emory.edu/
For complete information, please see: http://www.cipa.emory.edu/programs/tibetan_studies/schedule.cfm
Semester in South India Program, Mysore
The study abroad program in Mysore, South India requires students to study language (Hindi, Sanskrit, or a pre-approved South Indian language), Civilization and Culture of India (with a focus on South India), Globalization of Traditional Arts in Rural India (a 2-week traveling seminar to Rajasthan), and conduct an independent research project or internship. Internship opportunities are available with NGOs, public health organizations, and companies such as Infosys in and around Mysore and Bangalore.
Students also select one elective course in areas such as Women and Gender in Indian Society; Science, Technology, and Development; and Indian Cinema. Students may also elect to take one-credit courses in yoga and/or Indian music.
Tradition and cutting-edge technology co-exist as equally powerful forces in Mysore and Bangalore. The former capital of the princely state of Mysore, the city of Mysore has beautiful palaces, gardens, and premier educational institutions. Bangalore, the IT capital of the country, is known for its vibrant city life as well as beautiful temples and cultural opportunities. Please see http://www.cipa.emory.edu/ for full details.