The 2016 BEA South Africa program runs June 8-21, 2016. This program will include lectures from experienced professors and guest speakers from the best Universities in South Africa. A few of their local professors include:
Professor Dr. Rod Alence (University of the Witwatersrand, Best University in South Africa) - Previous Head of Department
*PHD from Stanford University
*Previous Fulbright researcher at the University of Ghana’s Legon Centre for International Affairs.
*Holds nine distinctions and two winners of the School of Social Sciences postgraduate research prize.
Prof. Dr. Gilbert Khadiagala at the University of the Witwatersrand - Jan Smuts Professor of International Relations and Head of Department
*Published on politics and security in Southern Africa, the Great Lakes Region, Eastern, and the Horn of Africa
*Specializes in African International Relations, Conflict Management and Resolution, African Regional and Sub-Regional Institutions, and Comparative Political Institutions.
Students will enrich their knowledge of South Africa’s history, international politics and economics while also visiting monumental and historically significant places. Students are also encouraged to get to know one another and share cultural values through planned social events and simulations.
Some of the excursions include:
*Nelson Mandela’s Jail Cell at Robben Island
*Big 5 African Safari in the Greater Kruger National Park
*Apartheid Museum
*Visit President Nelson Mandela’s home in Soweto (South West Township)
*NGO Service Learning day with Local South African Leaders
*Discover Songimvelo Game Reserve and the Cradle of Life
*Service Learning Day (Local NGO) – Students paired with local South Africans for a meaningful day of service with a local NGO. Vision: Young people understanding their roles as powerful agents of change – actively, confidently and positively contributing towards a better global community
Please Note: South Africa programs to 24 students per program and 8 students per director/vehicle to enhance the students experience, safety, and learning.
They offer an informative detailed student packet. This in-depth 30+ page packet includes a brief history of South Africa, unique areas we are visiting and why they are special, a day-by-day itinerary, about BEA Institute and our partners, tips on traveling to South Africa, and much more. You can download the packet here: http://www.beainstitute.org/download-south-africa-student-packet/
Student can also register for our informational webinar about the South Africa program. Co-hosted by President and VP of Operations. You can register by visiting: http://www.beainstitute.org/event-registration-3/
For more information about the BEA Institute and program, please visit http://www.beainstitute.org/beai/south-africa/, or Benjamin Doherty, (941) 302-0483, 2750 Stickney Point Road, Sarasota, FL 34231.
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