London & Dublin

This course delves into the ancient societies of Britain and Ireland, from the megalithic past through the Celts, and explores how their traditions survived invasions to form the foundation for 19th and early 20th century folk life. By visiting ancient sites, such as England’s Stonehenge, Avebury, and West Kennet Long Barrow, and Ireland’s Bru Na Boinne, as well as London's British Museum and Dublin's National Museum, students will gain firsthand experience of the ancient places and things that many know only from books and whose traditions were the foundations of life and culture in the British Isles.

“As someone who has traveled and lived in another country, reading descriptions or looking at photographs in a book cannot give the student any sort of understanding of what it really is like to learn about the lives of those whom we study with any sort of comprehension approaching that of firsthand experience. “ — Michael Simonton

This course explores all business aspects of the brewing, distilling, and wine-making markets in the United Kingdom. Beginning in London (home to English Dry Gin) and ending in Dublin (home to many major Irish Whisky brands), the class examines the many factors that affect the supply chain and business decision-making in the alcoholic beverage industry, including the environmental, political, regulatory, and economic aspects impacting this industry now. Visits are planned to distilleries and breweries, as well as suppliers and distributors, from which students will gain a comparative perspective on how the American and British adult beverage industries manage similar issues and challenges.

Many locations included in the course offer tastings that are voluntary.

"This class will utilize my International Business course experience, pair it with my background in Finance/Accounting/Teaching, and add in an industry that I am always looking to find out more about! London being the hub for international finance and being one of the most diverse cultures in the world, and being home to some of the world's most famous dry gins. Dublin is the 'official' headquarters for many US-based companies and providing a second opinion on European behaviors and business practices, and is home to much of Ireland's biggest names in beer and Irish Whisky." – Aaron Judd

Science and medicine are driving forces advancing society in hopeful ways. But they also raise fears that good discoveries can sometimes be abused. In this class we will explore the darker side of science and consider the ethical dilemmas that confront scientists, physicians, and society as science and medicine have evolved. Sites where we will explore these issues include Fleming's Lab at St. Mary's Hospital London (drug discovery and testing), the Freud Museum in London (interpretive vs. empirical science), St. James's Gate Brewery in Dublin (use of statistics), and Trinity College in Dublin (current ethical standards and practices).

With this course being a chemistry elective that many universities and colleges will count towards a minor, it is very appealing to those pursuing a Chemistry minor.

“The UK & Ireland with its rich history and dubious science makes the perfect location to discuss and debate ethics in science.” Dr. Robert Shelton

In this intensive, multi-genre, creative writing workshop-based course, with Dublin and London as classrooms and the landscapes of Ireland and England as inspiration, you will be immersed in Irish and British literature, drama, visual arts, music, and culture. Explore the great cities of Dublin and London, from the chambers of St. Patrick's Cathedral to the Long Room of Trinity College, from the sound of the bells of Big Ben to the echoing tombs of Westminster Abbey, experiencing all that these historically and culturally rich places have to offer, all while broadening your imagination and fueling your creative writing.

Students will develop a command of the risk management process, including risk identification, assessment, analysis and control. Expected learning experiences in London include Parliament, Churchill War Rooms and Imperial War and Transport museums and in Dublin include Jameson Distillery, Kilmainham Gaol, Christ Church Cathedral, Trinity College, Croke Park Stadium and the Guinness Storehouse. These sites provide a great lens for viewing how risk has been faced, understood and acted upon, each providing vivid and real insights to risk management practices both past and present. Comparisons of United States, British and Irish practices are emphasized throughout./p>

In this course designed for future healthcare professionals and communication studies majors, you will enhance your understanding of features of the British and Irish healthcare systems and be able to compare and contrast them with the American model. By exploring such sites in London as the Florence Nightingale Museum, St. Thomas Hospital, and the Royal London Hospital Museum and sites in Dublin such as the Trinity College Book of Kells and Children’s Health Ireland at Krumlin, students will gain a multicultural perspective as well as a greater familiarity with healthcare system issues, enabling them to become more effective communicators. Students in Nursing programs will also be able to use the lessons learned in improve your employment opportunities.

“ This course will appeal to a variety of majors, including nursing, public health, healthcare administration, nonprofit leadership, occupational therapy, pre-med, communication, speech pathology/communication disorders, and more.” Dr. Jennifer Fairchild