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Learn about the major issues facing women in Nepal through a combination of rural and urban living, scholarship, and service. Research a selected area of interest, such as religion, health, art, government, or economics. Participate in a pre-departure Web-based course. Meet with representatives of educational and community organizations in Kathmandu and neighboring cities. Trek through the Solu-Khumbu region to see traditional markets, temples, and monasteries. Participate in a service project to experience the challenges and rewards of working to improve the condition of women in Nepal and to interact with local people. | |
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IAFF/WSTU 751.60 Women and Development in Nepal
This three-week seminar will introduce students to the issues facing women in Nepal, a small, developing country. It will also explore Nepal's unique geography and culture. Although Nepal remains a traditional country where life is circumscribed by ancient Hindu and Buddhist beliefs, it is currently experiencing radical change in its government, expansion of its infrastructure, increases in tourism, and uneven economic growth. These changes have brought new opportunities and challenges for Nepalese women in sectors such as education, tourism, and grassroots development.
The program is divided into four parts. First, students will participate in a Web-based course prior to departure. The Web-based component will begin approximately one month before departure. It will consist of a few assigned readings to provide background information on women's lives in Nepal and on travel to Nepal. Students will be asked to give short responses to these readings in order to begin to define their focuses for the trip. Second, upon arrival in Kathmandu, students will attend a series of lectures and field trips with women's organizations, universities, and community development programs. Third, the students will learn about rural life through a week-long trek through the Solu-Khumbu region, sleeping in tents. Finally, students will work directly with local Nepalese in a selected service project.
The program will consist of prior readings, discussions, guest lectures, observations, and interactions with Nepalese in formal and informal settings. Students will be expected to keep a journal and complete reading and written assignments, as well as prepare a final paper on the service project.
The program is appropriate for undergraduate and graduate students interested in international affairs, regional studies, women's issues, and other related areas.
Visit the home pages of the departments of Women's Studies and International Affairs to learn more about these programs at GW.
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| May 24 |
Depart U.S. |
| May 26 |
Arrive in Kathmandu. Transfer to Kirtipur. |
| May 27-30 |
Kirtipur: guest lecturers, language lessons, field trips, sightseeing in Kathmandu |
| May 31 - June 6 |
Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla. Trek in the Solu-Khumbu (Everest Region). |
| June 7-12 |
Service project in the Solu-Khumbu |
| June 13 |
Fly to Kathmandu. |
| June 14 |
Depart for U.S. |
| June 15 |
Arrive in U.S |
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The cost for the academic course is estimated $1765 including three credits tuition, and fees. The travel costs are estimated at $880, including in-country transportation, lodging, trekking fees, language lessons, and most meals. International airfare is not included.
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