Cape Coast, Ghana

SUMMER 2010

Offered even-numbered summers

PROGRAM DATES:
*  May 18 - July 4, 2010

ELIGIBILITY:
*  Students in good standing

LANGUAGE OF INSTRUCTION:
*  English

LIVING ARRANGEMENTS:
*  Two students to a room in a Guesthouse

The Program
During a period of six-weeks, participants in the Davidson Summer Program at the University of Cape Coast will be immersed in modern and traditional Ghanaian life. The program includes a one-credit course, a non-credit performing arts course, a service project, and excursions into other regions of Ghana. Ghanaian professors and artists will teach all classes.  Prof. Fuji Lozada will be the Resident Director in the summer of 2010.

As one of Africa’s most beautiful and progressive countries, Ghana is a democracy with a multiparty political system. Slightly smaller than the state of Oregon, the average temperature in this West African country ranges between 70 and 90 degrees. While Ghana is a multi-ethnic nation, most of its 18 million people belong to six ethnic groups. The country is divided into ten regions, each of which is governed by a minister and has its own legislative assembly.

The University of Cape Coast is located on the outskirts of Cape Coast, the capital city of the Central Region. This Region is the home of the Fanti people, the site of two important slave castles, and the largest virgin rain forest in the country. With a population several hundred thousand strong, the city of Cape Coast is the major center for commercial, educational, and cultural activities.

Perched on a hill overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, the University of Cape Coast has an enrollment of 7,000 students. American students may be struck by the contrast in architectural styles on the campus. A modern university encircles four traditional villages where adobe houses are fairly common. Since housing is provided for students, faculty, and staff, the University of Cape Coast's campus is quite expansive.

Courses of Study
Ant/Soc 232 - Contemporary Ghanaian Society and Culture
This interdisciplinary course introduces students to the major economic, socio-political and cultural factors that have shaped Ghana's development in the 20th century. In addition, the rich cultural heritage of Ghana's major ethnic groups is studied. Students receive one Davidson course credit.

Performing Arts Class
The School of African Rhythms and Dance, located in downtown Cape Coast, offers our students classes in both traditional dance and music.

Service Project
Students will be involved in service projects based on their personal interests.

Excursions
On weekends, students will have the opportunity to visit major cultural, historical and conservation centers in various parts of Ghana.

Room and Board
Students will live in a guest house near the university, two students per room. Breakfast and dinner are provided. To ensure that our students get a feel for campus life, there is a dorm buddy program. It pairs American students with UCC students living in the dormitories.

Program Costs
For 2010, the estimated cost of $6,000 is based on projected expenses of a program for 16 students. The following items are included in this fee:

• Round-trip airfare from USA city of departure to Accra*
• Tuition fees
• Room and board (breakfast and dinner)
• All excursions 

*  Should travel fees rise considerably, adjustment to program fee may be necessary.

Program fees do not cover all expenses. Students are responsible for the following items:

• Round-trip domestic airfare from/to home city to point of departure for Ghana
• Passport
• Single-entry visa for Ghana ($50)
• Vaccinations and anti-malaria medicine
• Daily lunch and snacks
• Personal entertainment in Ghana

Medical Insurance
All participants must have medical coverage which includes an extension or supplemental insurance with specific overseas coverage and medical evacuation. Students must show proof that they are covered under their parents' medical insurance policy. If not, we can recommend a $30 per month policy.

Application Information
Application forms can be found at the top right of this webpage.  Please be sure to download and complete ALL necessary documents including:

PART 1 - GENERAL APPLICATION
PART 2 - APPLICATION RECOMMENDATION FORMS
PART 3 - APPLICATION WAIVER & RELEASE FORM

For NON-DAVIDSON students ONLY:
PART 4 - APPLICATION HOME SCHOOL APPROVAL FORM 
Also, please have an OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT sent to the Davidson College Study Abroad Office.

Applications, including all supporting materials, are due in the Study Abroad Office.

Deadline:               December 4, 2009
Notification:            December 15, 2009

Additional Program Information
Davidson College reserves the right to cancel or modify part or all of a study abroad program should changing circumstances make it necessary to do so.  In cases where the college has security concerns, the program director and the Dean Rusk Program Director will gather information and make a recommendation to the Dean of Faculty.  The dean will take his decision to the president, who retains ultimate authority to decide whether or not a particular Davidson-sponsored trip should proceed.

Davidson admits qualified students without discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, handicap, gender, or sexual preference.

For more information, please contact:
Study Abroad Coordinator
Duke Residence Hall
704-894-2250