Bring history to life while exploring the charms of “old” and “new” Asia in dynamic Vietnam! 

Considering summer courses? Travel to Vietnam and embark on the experience of a lifetime, all while earning 3-6 credits! Experience Vietnam’s distinctive history: from the French colonial period, to the war with the United States, and finally, to its emergence as a unified Communist nation, you’ll come to understand how Vietnam came to its current standing in today’s international community.

Explore the Cu Chi Tunnels in Ho Chi Minh city, an immense network of underground passages used by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War before traveling to the beautiful capital city of Hanoi, filled with old world charm. Experience 600 year old architecture in the Old Quarter of Hanoi and shop for elegant silk clothing and souvenirs in the Silk Village. The program culminates in a magical overnight cruise down Ha Long Bay.

Interested in studying in Vietnam this summer? Visit our Eventspage and join us for an upcoming information session specific to the Vietnam program!

Thursday, February 7th
2-3pm
D'Angelo Center, Room 312  

Thursday, March 7th
2-3pm
D'Angelo Center, Room 301

Undergraduate Courses:        

• HIS 4965: Independent Study: Vietnam
• HMT 1155: Global Leadership in Management Strategies- Hospitality and Tourism Perspectives (Prerequisite: MGT 1001 or equivalent)

Graduate Course:       

•  HIS 124: The Development of the Communist World since 1945

Professors: 

• Mauricio Borrero, Ph. D (HIS:4965 & HIS 124)
• Dr. Heidi H.Sung (HMT 1155)

Dates: May 16 - 29, 2013 

Deadlines:       

• Application Deadline: March 25th
• Deposit Deadline: TBD

Program fee: TBD

*Please note: Tuition and airfare are in addition to the program fee. Please check the tuition based on your school and how many credits you choose to enroll in while abroad. 

**Please also not that, at this time, graduate students are unable to apply through the St. John's UIS system. Graduate students must submit a completed paper  application and an approved course option form to the Office of Global Studies. Be sure to have the course option signed by your dean or academic advisor to ensure that you will receive credit toward your course of study.