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 May
20 – June 3, 2000
An
initiative of IIHR-Hydroscience and Engineering The
University of Iowa College of Engineering, Iowa City, USA
in collaboration with
Wuhan University of Hydraulic and Electrical Engineering, China
Tsinghua University, Beijing, China
Hehai University, Nanjing, China
Purpose
The University of Iowa
International Perspectives in Water Resources Planning study abroad
program focuses each year on a country or a world region for an
intensive and in-depth exposure to historical, cultural, social,
economic, ethical, environmental, and political conditions that impact
water resources projects in order better to prepare students for
careers that are becoming increasingly global in nature. The 2000
program takes place in China.
Academic Program
The course will start
with preparatory lectures by experts on the history, culture, and
water resources projects of China. Lectures will be held on The
University of Iowa campus during March - May 2000, and video taped for
viewing by off-campus participants. The course finishes with
post-visit written reports by participants. During the visit abroad,
participants will interact with local students and attend seminars by
local experts. The seminars will emphasize the planning,
socio-economic and environmental impacts, rehabilitation programs and
problems, legal, cultural and institutional aspects of water resources
projects. Participants will visit technical, historical, and cultural
sites.
Specific Activities
Tentatively Planned
In China, workshops and
seminars will be held at government agencies and universities. Many
activities are planned to encourage interaction of course participants
with Chinese students. In Beijing, the technical focus will include a
field trip to the Miyun Reservoir and a visit to Tsinghua University
and the Academy of Water Sciences. The participants will also tour the
Great Wall. In Wuhan, participants will visit Wuhan University of
Hydraulic and Electric Engineering (WUHEE), have discussions with
Chinese students, and travel to the Three Gorges Project site near
Yichang. In Nanjing, the trip will include a visit to Hehai University
and Nanjing Institute of Hydraulic Research. In Shanghai, students
will visit the Pudong Development area.
Instructors and Credit
The course will be
conducted by Professors Jacob Odgaard (IIHR and Department of Civil
& Environmental Engineering), You-Kuan Zhang (IIHR and Department
of Geoscience) and Lea VanderVelde (College of Law), at The University
of Iowa. Each participant can earn 0-3 semester hours of credit
depending on agreement with the instructors regarding assignments and
methods of evaluating student’s work.
Cost
The estimated total
cost for the program is $2,800, including fees, round-trip airfare,
lodging, meals and travel expenses abroad, and all educational and
administrative costs. Participants are expected to pay for their
travel to and from China and a portion of their local expenses.
Financial aid may be applied toward program costs. Students may also
apply for a grant from IIHR for up to $1,400.
Eligibility
The course is designed
for seniors and graduate students who wish to become engineers,
economists, planners, legal and management specialists, and
environmental, social and political scientists. It is also suitable
for professionals and young faculty members working in these fields.
The course provides preparation for the increasingly international
scope of practice and service in water resources planning and
management.
Application Procedure
and Deadline
Completed applications
must reach The University of Iowa’s Office for Study Abroad by
February 29, 2000. The complete application includes the application
form, available from The University of Iowa Office for Study Abroad,
the most current transcript of grades, a letter of recommendation and
a non-refundable application fee of $50. Applications will be reviewed
as they are received, so early application is encouraged.
Previous Courses
Some student reactions
to the previous courses in India and in Taiwan and Japan are as
follow:
“It has made me a
better person…The lectures gave us an entirely new outlook on the
issues related to water resources in India…”
“Meeting with
students was an invaluable experience, one of the most important parts
of the trip…”
“This experience will
be invaluable to me in my professional career…altogether a
worthwhile investment of time and money.”
“I hope this class
will continue…I thoroughly enjoyed the trip and recommend the course
to anyone.”
Send completed
application and requests for further information to
Office for Study Abroad
28 International Center
The University of Iowa
Iowa City IA 52242
Phone: (319) 335-0353; Fax: (319) 335-2021
E-mail: study-abroad@uiowa.edu
http://www.uiowa.edu/~uiabroad/
Also visit
IIHR at its Web site:
http://www.iihr.uiowa.edu
The University of Iowa
reserves the right to change without notice any statement in this flyer
concerning, but not limited to, policies, tuition, fees, dates and
courses.
The University of Iowa
does not discriminate in its educational programs and activities on the
basis of race, national origin, color, religion, sex, age, disability or
veteran status.The university also affirms its commitment to providing
equal opportunities and equal access to university facilities without
reference to affectional or associational preference.For additional
information on nondiscrimination policies, contact the Coordinator of
Title IX and Section 504, and the ADA in the Office of Affirmative
Action, telephone (319) 335-0705, The University of Iowa, 202 Jessup
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