Other Opportunities
Outside of our usual programming, there are numerous opportunities that become available throughout the year to our students, faculty and/or constituents.
JMU Families Abroad
A Taste of Study Abroad in Spain
Are you a family member of a current JMU Duke? You’re invited to join us on this Family Engagement study abroad program to Spain! This opportunity is designed to give our families a taste of the study abroad experience.
Location: Salamanca and Madrid, Spain
Dates: June 1-8, 2025
Eligibility: Family members aged 18+ of a current JMU Duke are invited to attend. Maximum three participants per family.
Cost: Approximately $2,800 per person, excluding airfare. Price includes accommodations, meals, on-site transportation, guided tours, and cultural activities.
Program director: Tracey Kite, Director of Family Engagement | kitetl@jmu.edu
More information can be found on the program webpage.
College of Education | High Leverage Activities
Dominican Republic: Cross-Cultural Competencies in a Global Classroom
Location: Santo Domingo & Las Canas, Dominican Republic
Participants in this program have an opportunity to learn about Dominican history, people, and culture. Students will engage in cross-cultural learning through service learning projects and teaching in local schools. As a result, students will be able to compare and contrast education systems between the Dominican Republic and the United States. During the trip, students will visit different cultural sites and engage with students and faculty at a local university.
Students will stay in a combination of places including hotels, hostels, and a lodge. Meals are provided.
Dates: March 15-22, 2025 (Spring Break)
Turkey: Teaching History, Science, Math or Literacy in Instanbul
Location: Istanbul, Turkey
Travel to Istanbul, Turkey, the most visited city in the world! Have the opportunity to work closely with K-12 teachers and students at FMV Isik school in Nisantasi, a neighborhood in the heart of Istanbul. During this trip you will gain a deeper understanding of education, explore a modern, fascinating city full of history, and explore the amazingly delicious cuisine of Turkey! The experience will help you reflect on this unique adventure in a new setting as you prepare to be teachers of diverse and global students!
Students will stay in a hotel with shared rooms. Meals are provided. Visas may be necessary.
Dates: May 16-25, 2025 (Summer Break)
Kosovo: International Summer School at the University of Pristina
Location: Pristina, Kosovo
Participants in this program will attend a two-week seminar as part of the Pristina International Summer University in Kosovo. Students will also have an opportunity to visit local exhibits, non-profit organizations, and schools to learn more about the roles of cultural heritage, place-based learning, and culturally responsive teaching in meeting the needs of student populations. After returning, the participant cohort will continue to meet monthly to support one another in developing new teaching practices that are informed by their global learning.
Students will stay in dorms. Meals are provided.
Dates: July 4-19, 2025 (Summer Break)
Northern Ireland: International Summer School at St. Mary's University College
Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland
Teacher education candidates are eligible to participate in this program, which involves participation in St. Mary's University College (Belfast) International Summer School program, a conference aimed at university students and the greater Belfast Community that focuses on social justice and how Northern Ireland has negotiated peace in the last 25 years.
Students will stay in a dorms at the university. Meals are provided.
Dates: August 3-10, 2025 (Summer Break)
Adult Degree Dukes in Germany
The Adult Degree Dukes: Exploration of Migration and Culture in Germany program is open to Online Virginia Network (OVN) or online Adult Degree Program (ADP) students only. This is a wonderful opportunity for virtual students to study abroad.
More information can be found on the program webpage.
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