August 12, 2009
Visit the unique cities of India from New Delhi to Goa,
Kochi to Bhubaneswar and experience the pulsating world of India at
your fingertips! Explore the technology-era capital of the world,
admire the majestic architecture, visit the Taj Mahal and
President’s Palace (Raj Bhawan)!
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Immerse yourself in the academic and cultural richness of this
multilingual country when you study Mass Communications in India—in
India!
“In India everything becomes a learning experience, whether it’s
what we’re eating, where we’re staying or navigating through the
bustling territory,” says
Basilio Monteiro, Ph.D, Assistant Professor of Mass
Communications. “Part of communicating is understanding one’s
culture, which is why the students learn why people eat a
particular food or how their traditions differ from the U.S.”
The
Mass Communications in India study abroad program is only
offered to juniors and seniors during the winter intersession and
is limited to no more than 20 enrolled students. Space is still
available for the next session on January 1-19, 2010.
Why India?
“My homeland is a very fascinating country,” explains the College
of Professional Studies Professor. “There is an essence that grips
you. Our students return from this adventure transformed with an
open mind and many questions.”
Technology is the driving force behind what is referred to as
the rapidly-growing “knowledge economy” of India. The Mass
Communications in India program’s itinerary introduces students to
the major media outlets—TV, radio, print and film. They visit
television and radio stations, newspaper firms and film studios
where they interact with editors, producers, directors and media
giants.
A global education broadens a student’s awareness of diversity in
the communications profession, business practices and human
advocacy. “I want students to understand that a trip to India
is an overnight education,” explains Dr. Monteiro. “You are
definitely awakened to the contrasting lives of people.”
For more information about this amazing opportunity to study Mass
Communications in India contact:
Basilio G. Monteiro, Ph.D
College of Professional Studies
Division of Mass Communications
718-990-6807
monteirb@stjohns.edu
or
The Office of Global Studies
(718) 990-6105
globalstudies@stjohns.edu