The Passage to India Study Tour introduces student first-hand to the major religious traditions of the Indian subcontinent, and more broadly to the Indian history, culture, and society. Students will engage in yoga, ancient Sanskrit chant, vedic fire sacrifice, Buddhist meditation, mass devotional celebrations at the base of the Ganges River and clamorous late night processions along the guru’s walkway in the Sikh Golden Temple all to gain a great understanding of India. Learn More

The Thailand Study Tour will explore traditional and contemporary Buddhist views on the relationships between Buddhist wisdom and social justice. An important goal of the tour is to connect the intellectual and scholarly knowledge that students will learn about Buddhism with the concrete experience of being in a Buddhist culture, meeting important Buddhist leaders, and learning first-hand what Engaged Buddhism and Thailand is all about. Students will not only learn about the philosophical and historical roots of Buddhism but will have the opportunity to step outside the classroom and see how Buddhism is lived and incorporated into the everyday lives of people throughout Thailand. Students will learn from people who apply Buddhist teachings in their efforts to solve pressing issues relating to poverty, environmental destruction, prostitution, war, and violence on local and global scales. There will be an opportunity to meet with several leaders of the Engaged Buddhist movement in Thailand and learn first-hand how they apply traditional Buddhist principles to contemporary problems. Learn More

Akita International University is a small liberal arts university located in Northern Japan which offers a wide variety of courses mostly taught in English. Students have the opportunity to take courses in Asian Studies, Political Science, Economics, and more all while being immersed in the Japanese culture and life as they live and study among other Japanese and international students. Learn More

Students who wish to take part in our Lingnan University Exchange Program are able to experience a liberal arts education in the heart of Hong Kong. Lingnan has particular strong curriculum in Asian studies, economics, and sociology and is able to offer a unique perspective of combining the liberal arts traditions of the west with the traditions of the east. Learn More

Students are able to study in the cultural rich and populous city of Bangkok, Thailand in Southeast Asia. Students will enroll at Mahidol University where they will take courses in English with international and local students. Mahidol University offers students a unique course offering in subjects such as Biological Sciences,Business, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Film and Television Production,Food Science & Technology, and more. Learn More

Study abroad in Northern Thailand in vibrant city field with ancient culture. Chiang Mai is ideal for students who are interested in the economics, philosophy, politics, religions, culture, and language of Thailand and other Southeast Asian countries, in a city that is manageable, walkable, exotic, and unforgettable. They also have the opportunity participate in volunteer and/or internship programs. Learn More

Fudan University is one of China’s most prestigious learning institutions. Founded in 1905, Fudan strongly values expanding opportunities for students to learn outside of the classroom. The school promotes building a campus culture with a rich history and distinctive Fudan characteristics that serve to expand students’ minds and ideals, shape integrity, determination and character, and bring about academic advancement. Learn More