Slavic Europe
Dates
May 22 – June 6, 2021
Subjects
Education, English/GWS, History, Holocaust Studies, International Affairs
Deadlines
Dec. 1: Apply Early & Save $100
Feb. 15: Regular Deadline
Program Overview
The KIIS summer Slavic Europe program takes place in two countries. It starts in the thousand-year-old city of L’viv (Ukraine). This urban center is a UNESCO world heritage site and classes make use of local museums, cafes, and national institutions. Students participate in an international student conference, make traditional Ukrainian folk Easter eggs, visit the Carpathian Mountains, palace ruins, and smaller towns & villages. The program concludes in Poland, where students explore the city of Warsaw, and visit the Nazi Death Camps at Auschwitz.
All KIIS course credit is awarded by Western Kentucky University. Prior to your KIIS program, please speak with your home campus academic advisor and/or study abroad office to determine course equivalencies. Grades will be transferred to your home institution in mid-August after the completion of the program. Course offerings are subject to change according to enrollment. For more information, visit Transcripts & Grades.
Program Excursions
Built in the Middle Ages, this fortress dominated a vital mountain pass through the Carpathian mountains. The construction of Tustan was unique, as the wooden beams of the castle were carved into the exposed rock face. Now an archaeological preserve, students who visit the site view the critical role of geography and nature.
Built between 1897 and 1900, the building represents the high art of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Restored in 2000, the Opera’s imposing facade pales with the numerous sculptures and paintings which adore its interior. Students often go to a ballet and upon reflection, get a glimmer of urban elite society on the cusp of WWI.
To many, the Nazi Death Camps at Auschwitz embody the Holocaust. Auschwitz was the largest of the Nazi concentration camps and extermination centers. Over 1.1 million men, women, and children lost their lives in this place. Walking through this site provides a student with a glimpse into one of humanities worse atrocities.
What's Included
Program Cost: $2,325 + airfare
To help you budget, keep in mind that you are responsible for the cost of obtaining a passport ($145), two meals per day + personal expenses (approx. $200-$500 depending on your food tastes/spending habits), any class readings/materials, and any fees from your college/university.
Although KIIS tries to foresee all possible expenses in formulating program fees, please note that dramatic fluctuations in foreign currency valuations and/or airline surcharges may affect the total cost of the program.
Student Voices
“This was a one of a kind opportunity to really experience the culture, create new memories, and make life long friends. Too often we live in a bubble, this program introduced me to a different way of life. After living in a post soviet society during the program, I gained a greater appreciation for what I have and a greater understanding of the world at large.”
– Patrick, Slavic Europe
“The program has changed my life, quite literally. It has been the foundation of my academic career with an MA in History, MA in Heritage Management, and now a PhD in World Heritage. Throughout my career everything has came back to the summer I initially spent in Ukraine and Poland on the KIIS Slavic Europe program. I wouldn’t take it back for anything in this world. Recommend to everyone!”
– Brandi, Slavic Europe
“I had an amazing time traveling through Slavic Europe. It was great to get out of my comfort zone and experience a completely different culture.”
– Julia, Slavic Europe
“Having been a part of this program two times, I can honestly say that my time in Slavic Europe with KIIS was one of the highlights of my college experience. There is nothing quite like learning about WWII and Holocaust history in the very location where it happened. It is experiential learning at its finest and studying in Eastern Europe has, and continues to, open so many doors for me.”
– Courtney, Slavic Europe
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Description
Dates
May 22 – June 6, 2021
Subjects
Education, English/GWS, History, Holocaust Studies, International Affairs
Deadlines
Dec. 1: Apply Early & Save $100
Feb. 15: Regular Deadline
Program Overview
The KIIS summer Slavic Europe program takes place in two countries. It starts in the thousand-year-old city of L’viv (Ukraine). This urban center is a UNESCO world heritage site and classes make use of local museums, cafes, and national institutions. Students participate in an international student conference, make traditional Ukrainian folk Easter eggs, visit the Carpathian Mountains, palace ruins, and smaller towns & villages. The program concludes in Poland, where students explore the city of Warsaw, and visit the Nazi Death Camps at Auschwitz.
All KIIS course credit is awarded by Western Kentucky University. Prior to your KIIS program, please speak with your home campus academic advisor and/or study abroad office to determine course equivalencies. Grades will be transferred to your home institution in mid-August after the completion of the program. Course offerings are subject to change according to enrollment. For more information, visit Transcripts & Grades.
Program Excursions
Built in the Middle Ages, this fortress dominated a vital mountain pass through the Carpathian mountains. The construction of Tustan was unique, as the wooden beams of the castle were carved into the exposed rock face. Now an archaeological preserve, students who visit the site view the critical role of geography and nature.
Built between 1897 and 1900, the building represents the high art of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Restored in 2000, the Opera’s imposing facade pales with the numerous sculptures and paintings which adore its interior. Students often go to a ballet and upon reflection, get a glimmer of urban elite society on the cusp of WWI.
To many, the Nazi Death Camps at Auschwitz embody the Holocaust. Auschwitz was the largest of the Nazi concentration camps and extermination centers. Over 1.1 million men, women, and children lost their lives in this place. Walking through this site provides a student with a glimpse into one of humanities worse atrocities.
What's Included
Program Cost: $2,325 + airfare
To help you budget, keep in mind that you are responsible for the cost of obtaining a passport ($145), two meals per day + personal expenses (approx. $200-$500 depending on your food tastes/spending habits), any class readings/materials, and any fees from your college/university.
Although KIIS tries to foresee all possible expenses in formulating program fees, please note that dramatic fluctuations in foreign currency valuations and/or airline surcharges may affect the total cost of the program.
Student Voices
“This was a one of a kind opportunity to really experience the culture, create new memories, and make life long friends. Too often we live in a bubble, this program introduced me to a different way of life. After living in a post soviet society during the program, I gained a greater appreciation for what I have and a greater understanding of the world at large.”
– Patrick, Slavic Europe
“The program has changed my life, quite literally. It has been the foundation of my academic career with an MA in History, MA in Heritage Management, and now a PhD in World Heritage. Throughout my career everything has came back to the summer I initially spent in Ukraine and Poland on the KIIS Slavic Europe program. I wouldn’t take it back for anything in this world. Recommend to everyone!”
– Brandi, Slavic Europe
“I had an amazing time traveling through Slavic Europe. It was great to get out of my comfort zone and experience a completely different culture.”
– Julia, Slavic Europe
“Having been a part of this program two times, I can honestly say that my time in Slavic Europe with KIIS was one of the highlights of my college experience. There is nothing quite like learning about WWII and Holocaust history in the very location where it happened. It is experiential learning at its finest and studying in Eastern Europe has, and continues to, open so many doors for me.”
– Courtney, Slavic Europe
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