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Scholars in Global Citizenship Program (SGCP)

SUMMARY

Globalization, which some sources continue to define largely in terms of economic integration and the free flow of capital, also involves the transfer of ideas, knowledge, and values. Students in the Scholars for Global Citizenship Program (SGCP) have a unique opportunity to test how far and in how many areas of public life the forces of globalization extend. The course focuses on the changes fashioned by globalization in societies that are rapidly changing. Societies in the midst of rapid change include those that have developed a large middle class in a single generation, have high rates of high-speed Internet access in the home, and have moved toward greater pluralism and political openness – among other measures. The SGCP includes a course which meets during the second eight weeks of spring 2009 on the IUB campus, then there is a ten-day field module in Seoul, South Korea from May 11-23, 2009.

Partner Institution:

Prestigious Yonsei University serves as the institutional base for the SGCP in Korea. The Division of International Education and Exchange, which handles Yonsei University’s partnership agreements worldwide, will be the primary point of contact for SPEA. Seoul-based Yonsei, which is among the very top universities in Asia, boasts 502 partner universities in 56 countries around the world. Its international student body and global worldview, coupled with its longstanding partnerships with SPEA, make it an ideal base for the SGC program. Moreover, SPEA is proud that its alumni occupy high professorial and administrative posts at Yonsei.

Travel and housing arrangements will be arranged by the School of Public and Environmental Affairs in coordination with Yonsei University. The course instructor and the SGCP Coordinator and SPEA Advisor, Stephanie Lewis, will travel and be housed with the SGCP participants.

INTERNATIONAL MODULE: SOUTH KOREA

The experiential component in South Korea encourages students to consider how globalization affects governments, businesses, community organizations, and ordinary people in South Korea. Korea is an excellent “field site” for studying impacts of globalization on state and society, with its open economy, and with new and evolving challenges posed by this openness. These challenges include managing ever-growing influxes of migrant workers, and balancing economic growth with environmental protection. Students are encouraged to consider how Korea is developing governance institutions – both in the public and nonprofit areas – to manage globalization. Korea’s goal is to ensure that these institutions catch up with the nation’s already strong and vibrant economy. While in Korea, students will focus on key public affairs and nonprofit sector issues relevant to Korea and to the Korea-US relationship.

Areas of investigative focus may include, and are not limited to:

Development of the South Korea-US Free Trade Agreement (hosted by Yonsei faculty; Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade; Ministry of Agriculture);
Six party talks governing nuclear proliferation in the Democratic Peoples’ Republic of Korea (hosted by Yonsei faculty and Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade);
Reinventing government in Korea, including development and deployment of the Government Innovation Index which surveys the level of innovation in public institutions (hosted by Yonsei faculty and Ministry of Government Administration and Home Affairs);
Managing public sector spending pressures and fiscal stability (hosted by Yonsei faculty and Ministry of Finance and Economy);
Regulating corporate ethics in Korea (hosted by Yonsei faculty and Ministry of Justice);
How public, private, and non-profit sector organizations in Korea are collaborating to manage chronic pollution problems in Seoul and in other major industrial centers (hosted by Ministry of Environment);
Role of nonprofit corporate foundations in Korea (hosted by various Korean foundations);
Faith-based organizations in Korea and their public role (hosted by Yonsei faculty and Christian-based and other faith-based organizations);
How global trade agreements have opened up world markets for agribusiness and brought a flood of migrant workers to Korea.
How e-Government in Seoul city enhances urban policy formulation and ensures transparency in government.

While in South Korea

SGCP students will enjoy cultural and historical site visits. Previous sites and activities have included Changdeokgung; Itaewon; Namsangol Hanok Village and the Seoul City Bus Tour, as well as museums, and theatrical performances.

As student researchers; interviews, access to original sources and outings are arranged and tailored for your area of focus. This makes it possible for any Undergraduate Major to benefit from this unique experience.

(Cost of Travel Component) $2800.00 - This will be billed to your Bursar account upon your written acceptance/commitment to the program. This fee covers round trip airfare from Indianapolis, housing, some meals, and admission to activities, ground transportation associated with the course, international course materials and international lecture components.

Scholarship Opportunities:

Students enrolling in the SGCP class should strongly consider applying for a Hutton International Experiences Program grant. Any IU-Bloomington undergraduate with a cumulative overall GPA of at least 3.3 or a cumulative major GPA of at least 3.7 is encouraged to apply. SGCP students must complete the application for the spring semester (deadline October 31). For more information about this grant opportunity and to apply online, visit: http://www.indiana.edu/~iubhonor/hds/overseas.php.

The IU Office of Overseas Study has scholarship opportunities as well. http://www.indiana.edu/~overseas/applications/scholarship.shtml

Eligibility, Application and Deadlines:

Eligibility Criteria for Applicants: Students must be of sophomore standing or above, must be an IU undergraduate student and have a cumulative GPA of 3.00 or above. No prior knowledge of the Korean language is required, (but language skills might enhance the overall cultural experience).

Application: The application consists primarily of an essay. A selection committee consisting of SPEA faculty and professional staff will choose up to 20 finalists to participate in the program. Selection criteria will focus on quality of applications, academic achievement, professional character and maturity of applicants.

Deadlines:

Electronic application due October 15, 2008.
Selection of candidates and electronic notification to applicant by October 30, 2008.
Register for SPEA V450 Scholars in Global Citizenship – 3 credit hours Spring 2008 (Authorization required) by November 7, 2008.
Original, signed consent form allowing SPEA to bill your Bursar account the SGCP program fee of $2800.00 by November 7, 2008.

Contact Us

Helpful / interesting links:

The Republic of Korea Official Website http://www.korea.net/
The Korea Herald http://www.koreaherald.co.kr/
Passport Information http://www.indiana.edu/~overseas/basics/passport.shtml
Yonsei University http://www.yonsei.ac.kr/eng/index.asp
The Official Korea Tourism guide http://english.tour2korea.com/index.asp

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