Study in Finland
whatever
it takes • anti-violence
initiative • study in finland • geriatric
enrichment project • aging • return to projects
 - Students
and Faculty in Utsjoki
May 19-June 4, 2003
The
Department of Social Work at the University of Vermont,
in collaboration
with the University of Lapland,
is pleased to offer "Social Work in an Global Context." This
3-credit course offers a unique opportunity to study social
work with international students and faculty in the beautiful
environment of Finnish Lapland during the magical time
of the midnight sun. In addition to students and faculty
from Finland and the U.S., past courses have included participants
from Canada, Estonia, Germany, Hong Kong, Latvia, Lithuania,
Nigeria, Poland, Romania, Russia, Spain, Scotland, and
Wales. The course includes lectures, small group discussions
and exercises, visits to social service agencies, and travel
throughout Northern Finland. Since Lapland is the home
of most of the indigenous Sámi people, we also learn
about Sámi culture and social work services to this
population, including a trip to Utsjoki, the northernmost
municipality in Finland.
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Cost
of the seminar is approximately $1500 which includes
airfare from New York City, lodging, travel within Finland,
two trips to Utsjoki and Oulu (2-3 nights), and admission
to museums. Tuition is $2130 for a 3 credit course for
out-of-state students. Credits earned in the program
are transferable to most programs; however, prospective
students should check with their respective educational
institutions. The course is open to current social work
majors, MSW students, professional social workers (educational
travel may be tax deductible), and others who have the
appropriate background. Permission of instructor is required. Space
is limited to 13 students. Instructor:
Stanley L Witkin, Ph.D. is a professor in the Department
of Social Work at the University of Vermont. This is
the fifth consecutive year that Dr. Witkin will be bringing
a group to Finland. For further information about the
course please contact: Professor Witkin at switkin@zoo.uvm.edu or
(802) 656-8800.
Click
here to view pictures and comments from previous trips.
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