1. Northwestern Oklahoma State University 2009 Study Abroad Summer Interim Session-May

2. Are you ready--- for the educational experience of a LIFETIME?

3. What is “study abroad”? Studying Abroad: “the act of a student pursuing educational opportunities in a foreign country.” Source: wikipedia Learning takes place in fun settings!

4. What is the Value of Studying Abroad? Reflective thought (the skill most called upon after college) Global perspective Cross-cultural understanding Self development Application of textbook theory to practice International experience when seeking employment

5. Why Should I Study Abroad? Build your resume Enhance job opportunities Develop a network Augment your academic program Create lifetime memories Fun way to learn!

6. 2004 Ireland & England 2006 Spain Students Enjoy Studying Abroad “Studying abroad in Costa Rica was nineteen of the most amazing memorable days of my life.” Mandy Campbell, Jet, NWOSU graduate student in Management and Marketing 2007 Costa Rica 2008 Costa Rica

7. 2009 Destination- China One of the world’s oldest continuous civilizations, dating back more than 6,000 years Population: 1.3 Billion Emerging world economic power Also known as the Middle Kingdom

8. Beijing Capital of the People’s Republic of China Population: 13 million China’s 2 nd largest city Host city for 2008 Olympic Games

9. Beijing Itinerary: Great Wall

10. Beijing Itinerary: Temple of Heaven

11. Beijing Itinerary: Tiananmen Square and Forbidden City

12. Sias University Visit birth place of first Chinese Emperor Visit Yutong Bus Factory Visit Shaolin Temple Classes in Chinese language, Chinese customs, Chinese history, martial arts

13. Shanghai Itinerary Yu Yuan Garden Nanjing Road Huangpu River cruise

14. Courses Available for Study Abroad  Humanities  Business  Continuing Education – Non Credit

15. China Study Abroad Costs $2850 – A real value for 14 days! Includes: Airfare Accommodations Scheduled Group Activities/Tours/Excursions Most Meals Tuition for Course Credit* Financial aid may apply *Continuing education fee for non-credit Current Passport & Chinese Visa Recommended Immunizations for Hepatitis A&B and Tetanus Personal Expenses for Souvenirs, Etc.

16. Deadline / Schedule Program Fee- $2850 USD Today! Apply for NWOSU study abroad program. January 15 – Apply for US passport (if participant does not currently have one). February 15 – 1 st Installment - $950, includes $100 non-refundable deposit March 1 – Passports mailed to US Embassy by NWOSU officials March 15 – 2 nd Installment - $950 April 30 – 3 rd Installment - $950 for Full Payment Payable to NWOSU Business Office-Study Abroad Financial aid may apply for tuition (Student must be enrolled in credit class(es) prior to departure.)

17. Dr. Patti Wilber Study Abroad Coordinator Shockley Hall 19 580-327-8506 plwilber@nwosu.edu For More Information and Application Contact: Dr. Mike Knedler Dean of School of Arts & Sciences Fine Arts 211 580-327-8590 jmknedler@nwosu.edu

18. Apply Now!!! A lifetime experience awaits YOU!