2020 Mexico Study Abroad
Study Global Deaf Awareness in Mexico
Aligns with Deaf Education and ASLEI majors, but all with an interest are welcome to apply!
Location: Mexico
Time: Summer May 18 - 31, 2020
Course Information
- Course: SPED 4 / 50093
- Eligibility: prereq SPED 4/53309 Introduction to Deaf Studies
- No. of Credits: 3 credits
- Instructor: Dr. Karen Kritzer (kkritzer@kent.edu)
Program Overview
- This course provides participants with an opportunity to be immersed in Mexican culture for 10 days
- Participants will interact with the students and teachers at a school for the deaf, take a class in Mexican Sign Language, and have the opportunity to engage in tutoring/teaching with students of all ages
- There will also be ample time to explore beautiful scenery, visit historical sites, and shop like a local
Tentative Activities
- Interact with the students, teachers, and staff at a school for the deaf in San Miguel de Allende
- Explore beautiful San Miguel
- Visit ancient Mexican pyramids and absorb local culture
- Shop at a glass factory run by individuals with special needs
To Apply
Deadline: December 1, 2019
Fee: $60.00 to fill out the online application
Informational Meeting Times
September 19 3:00 pm 217 White Hall
October 1 1:00 pm 200 White Hall
October 18 10:00 am 200 White Hall
For more information contact Rose Onders at ronders@kent.edu (ph: 330-672-0564) or visit the Center for International & Intercultural Education 215 White Hall
