Maryville College goes to Switzerland! Spring Break 2015

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Switzerland is distinct for its cultural diversity, contrasting traditional and highly modern lifestyles, stunning scenery, and diverse high-quality educational system. Students will experience centuries old traditions contrasted with cutting-edge technology and innovation. This is a spring 2015 3-credit class with a spring-break travel component.  Students must enroll in PSY 349 for spring 2015. This course fulfills the experiential general education requirement.  

Course Goals 
  • To apply disciplinary expertise and communicate effectively about the needs of children around the world
  • To learn about the intercultural leadership, interdependence, cooperation, and action required to universally protect and promote our most vulnerable citizens
  • To refine ethical judgements directed towards the greater good 
Estimated Itinerary
(dates & activities subject to change)


 Highlights & Course Information
  • 3 credits
  • Fulfills experiential requirement
  • Open to sophomores, juniors, and seniors
  • Includes pre-departure orientation and ongoing lessons
Topics Include: specialized multicultural curricula, special needs, learning disabilities, and giftedness

Estimated Program Fee: $4,000 (subject to change)

Program Fee Includes:
  • Round-trip airfare
  • Transportation
  • Program fee
  • Housing
  • All breakfasts, special dinners
  • International travel insurance
Does Not Include: 
  • Lunches and most dinners
  • Passport
  • Personal expenses 
Faculty Leaders 





Dr. Ariane Schratter
MC Professor of Psychology
Expertise in child welfare
Extensive in-country experience
Basic to intermediate level German ability 







Dr. Lori Schmied 

MC Professor of Psychology
Expertise in multicultural/global health issues
Basic to intermediate level German ability 



Apply by March 1, 2014

Selection decisions are made by faculty members and are based upon the entire application packet: application, essay, references, GPA, student conduct, matching student and course goals, etc. 

Apply by March 1 with $100 deposit. Only students who are not selected for any listed sites will receive a refund of this application fee. Selected students will need to make a $200 deposit by April 15. 


Scholarships available
http://www.maryvillecollege.edu/international/studyabroad/scholarships/