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GEO: Writing in East Asia (Directory Program)

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  • Locations: Kyoto, Japan
  • Program Terms: Summer
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: GEO (Global Education Oregon) 
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Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction: English Click here for a definition of this term Class Status: 2-sophomore
Housing Options: Hostel/Hotel Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study: Asian Studies, Writing
Program Type: Study Abroad Minimum GPA: 2.5
Program Description:
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Writing in East Asia

In this four-week program, you will explore the linguistic, historical, and cultural features of the three dominant writing systems of East Asia: Chinese, Japanese and Korean, while immersed in the city of Kyoto.  East Asia is a unique region where logographic writing systems (i.e., characters) evolved, flourished, and transformed over the centuries and up to the present day, with recent digital innovations such as emojis. The evolution of these writing systems is inextricably intertwined with the political and cultural worlds of their users, serving as a key technology bullet train).

GEO program fees cover tuition, housing and some meals, excursions, books and course materials, local transportation passes, and on-site orientation. Insurance and a 24-hour emergency service are also included. For scholarship funding information, please visit our website's Scholarships page.
 
Application deadlines and program dates are subject to change and/or be extended, so please see the GEO program website to confirm.
 
To find out more about GEO (Global Education Oregon) study abroad programs:

Visit our website: geo.uoregon.edu
Email us at: geoinfo@uoregon.edu
Call us at: (541) 346-3207
 
TO APPLY TO GEO, CLICK HERE