Directory of US-Cuba Educational Exchanges
The following is a list of recognized educational institutions with programs of educational cooperation with Cuba. All academic programs are open to all, unless otherwise specified. This directory continues to be a work in progress. We will continue to add more organizations to this list, as well as expand the directory to incorporate international listings. To include your association, or to report on an institution you feel we should remove from this list, please email all pertinent information. Groups are listed alphabetically by name. To search the list, scroll down or click on the letters below.
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African American Studies Program: Educational / Travel Programs: Multiple programs year round, 1 to 4 weeks in length; for academic credit. Offers an intense immersion in and exposure to traditional and modern life, a unique educational experience that is both career-enhancing and profoundly personal and relevant in our Global Village. Select from among several different travel itineraries, program themes, and dates year round. Contact Information: PO Box 497327, Chicago, IL 60649 United States; telephone: 773-667-1285; e-mail: abc@starmail.com;www.ccc.edu/oliveharvey/updates/news
American University: Cuban Politics and Society: Examine the political impact of the Cuban Revolution on U.S.- Cuban relations; political conflict in Latin America; and race, gender, and class relations in contemporary Cuba. The program includes lectures by Cuban artists and intellectuals and visits to historic sites. Students develop their own independent research topics and conduct field investigations (summer; Havana). Contact Information: Philip Brenner, 4400 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20016-8001 United States; telephone: 202-885-1615; e-mail: pbrenne@American.edu; www.summer.American.edu
Appalachian State University: An opportunity to earned six credits in a cooperative program between Appalachian State University and the the University of Havana. Students will enroll in two Cuban history courses (The Cuban Republic and The Cuban Revolution) presented primarily by Dr. Jose Tabares del Real (University of Havana)and may choose to participate in an optional conversational Spanish course taught by members of the University of Havana. faculty. The Cuban Republic and The Cuban Revolution courses will feature eight special guest speakers including prominent Cuban historians, economists, academics, and front commanders from the Cuban Revolution as well as biweekly excursions to museums, cultural sites, hospitals, and planned communities. Contact Information: Department of History, Whitener Hall, Rm. 233, Boone, NC 28640 United States; telephone: 828-262-6016; e-mail: schroederk@appstate.edu;www.las.appstate.edu
Butler University Institute for Study Abroad: This is the first semester-long program at the Universidad de La Habana in which U.S. students are directly enrolled in regular university classes with Cuban students. The Universidad de La Habana gives students the opportunity enroll in regular semester courses. Students also live in regular university housing along with both Cuban and other international students. (Semester and Academic Year) Contact Information: 1100 West 42nd Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208 United States; telephone: 800-858-0229; e-mail: study-abroad@butler.edu;www.ifsa-butler.org
Center for Cross Cultural Study: Experience the blend of cultures - African, European and American - that form Cuba. Take classes from native Cuban faculty at the Universidad de La Habana and participate in an array of cultural activities and study trips designed to encourage direct interaction with the Cuban people. Students are lodged in hotels. Earn up to 16 credits. Program licensed by the U.S. Government and sponsored by Willamette University. CC-CS and the Facultad de Artes y Letras (Liberal Arts College) of the University of Havana offer students a special selection of courses in Spanish language, Cuban Literature, history, government, sociology and the arts. These courses have been specially designed to focus on themes and issues that address the particular needs of American students. Cultural visits are arranged in Havana along with field trips. (Fall Semester). Contact Information: 446 Main Street, Amherst, MA 01002-2314 United States; telephone: 413-256-0011 or 800-377-2621; e-mail: cccs@crocker.com; www.cccs.com
College of Charleston: Summer Program in Cuba: Summer program in Cuba featuring Spanish Language and English only programs. A joint effort of the College of Charleston and the Instituto de Filosofia. Intensive Spanish Available as well as English only course on the Cuban Revolution. Contact Information: Bell Building, 303, Charleston, SC 29424 United States; telephone: 843-953-7823; e-mail: cubachile@cofc.edu; www.cofc.edu/~friedman/lastud/cubaprog.html
Council-International Study Programs: Council Study Center Universidad de La Habana: This program is designed for advanced speakers of Spanish from a variety of disciplines who are interested in participating in Cuban life and learning more about this culturally, politically and economically fascinating nation located so close to the United States yet so distinct in its approach to development and progress. The program also offers wonderful opportunities, in the classroom and in the community, for students to interact with Cubans and live in a rapidly changing and contrast-filled Latin American city. Studentsenroll in regular university courses with Cuban students, Opportunities for community service projects, Field trips and cultural activities, Experienced in-country staff and support system for students (Fall semester, Academic year, Spring semester). Contact Information: 633 Third Avenue, 20th Floor, New York, NY 10017 United States; telephone: 212-822-2600 or 800-40-STUDY; e-mail: cuba@duke.edu;http://www.ciee.org/index.cfm
Cuban Research Institute: The CRI was established in 1991 by the Provost of Florida International University (FIU) upon the recommendation of a faculty committee, so as to fulfill, in the area of Cuban and Cuban-American Studies, the University’s three-fold mission: research, teaching, and service. As the largest institution of public higher education in southern Florida, FIU (a part of the State University System of Florida) has unique obligations and opportunities in developing Cuba-related programs. To accomplish its mission, the CRI develops academic programs in a wide range of areas: support for faculty and graduate student research; organization of conferences, seminars, lectures, and symposia; community outreach through the sponsorship of events (lectures, exhibitions, etc.) of special interest to the community; facilitate the participation of faculty experts in the public discussion, media coverage, and public policy formulation on issues regarding Cuba and the Cuban-American community; enrich the educational experience offered to undergraduate and graduate students at the University, especially through the expansion of course offerings on Cuba or Cuban Americans; nurture the growth in the number of faculty at the University with expertise in Cuban and Cuban American Studies; publications; make FIU an important international and national hub of scholarly activity in relation to Cuba and its Diaspora; assist in the development of the Cuba-related holdings and collections of the University Library. Contact Information: Lisandro Pérez, Director; Uva de Aragón, Assistant Director, Florida International University, University Park Campus, DM 364, Miami, Florida 33199; telephone: 305-348-1991; fax: 305-348-3593; e-mail: crinst@fiu.edu; http://lacc.fiu.edu/cri
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Eastern Michigan University: Latin America Cultural History Tour: Like EMU's Cultural History Tours in other regions, this program combines an extensive tour of major cultural and historical sites in southern Mexico, Cuba (Havana, Santiago de Cuba), and Guatemala with intense academic study of the history and political development of those areas. It is an ideal learning environment because it integrates reading and writing with direct involvement to give a richer understanding of the subject than book learning alone could possibly provide (summer). Contact Information: Office of Academic Programs Abroad 212 Business and Finance bldg., Ypsilanti, MI 48197 United States; telephone: 800-777-3541 734-487-2424; e-mail: progs_abroad@online.emich.edu;www.emich.edu/abroad/latin/travel.html
Fairleigh Dickinson University: Culture Identity and Community: Take advantage of this new and exciting program! Design your own research project while enhancing your travel experiences, Learn more about other cultures Receive faculty guidance as you travel, Analyze your research and write while in transit This program allows you to combine your studies, area of interest, and/or career goals with the flexibility of traveling where and when YOU want! (Academic Year, Semester). Contact Information: 285 Madison Avenue, Madison, NJ 07940 United States; telephone: 973-443-8480; e-mail: rothman@fdu.edu;www.fdu.edu
Higher Education Consortium for Urban Affairs(HECUA): Environment, Economy and Community in Latin America: Semester program for academic credit, open to all majors, interdisciplinary courses taught in Spanish by Latin American faculty. Extensive field work, family homestay, U.S. transcript provided. Explore the impact of global development on local cuture and environment. Student develop a broad understanding of current political, economic and social conditions in Guatemala with comparative perspective through field study in Cuba (Guatemala with field study in Cuba; Spring). Contact Information: 2233 University Ave. W., Suite 210, Saint Paul, MN 55114-1629 United States; telephone: 800-554-1089 or 651-646-8832; e-mail: info@hecua.org;www.hecua.org
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Kennesaw State University: U.S. Cuba Relations. 3 Credit Hours. Estimated Cost: $1985.00. Includes, housing, cultural events, insurance, round-trip Cancun-Havana-Cancun airfare, excursions, ground transportation, most meals. Does not include tuition or airfare to and from US/Cancun. Contact Information: Dan Paracka, International Center 1000 Chastian Road, Kennesaw, GA 30144 United States; telephone: 770-423-6732; mzebich@kennesaw.edu;http://www.kennesaw.edu/internationalcenter/2002%20sa%20program.htm
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LEXIA International: Hosted at the university of Havana, located in downtown Havana, the LEXIA program offers students opportunities to explore this historical region, while confronting the daily challenges of a changing society (Fall, Spring, Summer, Academic year). Contact Information: 25 South Main Street, Hanover, NH 03755 United States; telephone: 800-775-3942 or 603-643-9898; e-mail: info@lexiaintl.org;www.lexiaintl.org
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Medical Education Cooperation with Cuba : Medical Education Cooperation with Cuba (MEDICC) offers electives and rotations in Cuba for U.S. and Canadian students in medicine and the health sciences. The four to eight-week courses include community-based clinical experience and field work, and "Spanish for Health Professionals" is integrated into each course. Other MEDICC programs, designed to facilitate cooperation and dialogue between health professionals in the U.S. and Cuba, include the Medical Literature Project (providing 60 U.S. medical journals to the National Medical Library, Havana); Professional Bridges (sponsoring travel of U.S. and Cuban medical educators and specialists between the two countries); and MEDICC Review (an on-line journal of current Cuban medical research in English). Contact Information: Diana Garcia, Program Director, 328 Flatbush Avenue, Box 406, Brooklyn, NY 11238; telephone: 718-623-1306; fax: 718-623-1309; e-mail: dgarcia@medicc.org; http://www.medicc.org.
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New York University: NYU in Havana students have the rare opportunity to study and live in this capital city. One of the oldest cities in the Western hemisphere, Havana is rich with layers of history, a thriving international art and cultural scene, and dozens of architectural jewels. NYU in Havana is designed for students with advanced Spanish ability who are comfortable with lectures conducted in Spanish. Courses include Cuban literature and Culture, Latin American history, and Art and Architecture (Summer). Contact Information: 7 East 12th Street, 6th Floor, New York, NY 10003 United States; telephone: 1-212-998-2292; www.nyu.edu/studyabroad
School for International Training: Culture, Identity, and Community: Based in Havana, this program examines Cuba's unique cultural heritage, the formation of Cuban identity, and the centuries-old struggle for independence and autonomy. Curriculum Highlights:Intensive Language Study: Spanish; Culture, Identity, and Community Seminar: Cultural and Political History of Contemporary Cuba, Cultural Expression and Cuban Identity, Community, Organizations and the Structure of Cuban Society, Cultural Anthropology of Identity and Community, and Educational Excursions; Field Study Seminar; and Independent Study Project. (16 credits in total) Up to 8 weeks in guest residences in Havana, conditions permitting. Other accommodations may include student dormitories and small hotels. The program includes several excursions within and around Havana to agricultural cooperatives, rural communities, work sites, and areas of historical and literary significance (Fall/Spring). Contact Information: Kipling Road, PO Box 676, Brattleboro, VT 05302-0676 United States; telephone: 888-272-7881; e-mail: studyabroad@sit.edu;www.sit.edu
The State University of New York at New Paltz (SUNY): Cuba Summer Program: This summer program will enable participants to explore and study the socioeconomic and political development of Cuba at the University of Havana (Summer). Contact Information: The Center for International Programs, New Paltz, NY 12561-2443 United States; telephone: 845-257-3125; e-mail: international@newpaltz.edu, www.newpaltz.edu/studyabroad
Student Exchange between Cuba and America : The Student Exchange between Cuba and America (SECA) is a US-based organization that implements educational exchanges between Cuba and the United States. The organization, founded in 1998 by David Mericle and Jacob Kitzman in Madison, WI, USA, is run exclusively by and for students. SECA currently has one exchange project between Madison and Camagüey, Cuba. SECA can provide support in establishing student exchange programs and other educational, technological and people-to-people links between the US and Cuba. We work with schools and sister city associations, helping you create your own exchange. SECA works with the Madison-Camagüey Sister City Association and is the youth arm of the US-Cuba Sister City Association. We also collaborate with other organizations on an educational summer program for US students and a computer center project in Havana. Contact Information: SECA at 21 Pinehurst Circle; Madison, WI 53717; phone 608-831-0876, fax 608-827-0876; email: info@seca.org, http://www.seca.org/
SUNY Buffalo: Cuba: Comprehending the Socialist City: This one-month summer program is open to undergrad and grad students enrolled at any US college. Participants will earn 6.0 University at Buffalo credit hours by completing two courses. This interdisciplinary program changes its academic focus each summer to incorporate a variety of fields, such as architecture, art, education, literature, Spanish language, and many others. Classes are taught by University at Buffalo and University of Havana faculty. Contact Information: 210 Talbert Hall, Box 601604, Buffalo, NY 14260-1604 United States; telephone: 716-645-3912; e-mail: study abroad@buffalo.edu;www.wings.buffalo.edu/studyabroad
Tulane University: Summer
in Cuba: Study and live in Havana for three weeks this summer. The Tulane
University Cuban Studies Institute's Summer in Cuba Program provides a rare
opportunity for students to explore and understand Cuban society and culture
firsthand in an academic setting. Students may enroll in two of the following
three-credit courses: "The Afro-Cuban Heritage: History and Culture",
"The Urban Landscape: Imagining Havana", "Ecological,
Agricultural and Environmental Managemen in Cuba", Basic, Intermediate and
Advanced Spanish. The six-credit "Cuban Culture and Society" course
offers morning lectures and afternoon excursions throughout the city. Contact
Information: Caroline Richardson Building, New Orleans, LA 70118 United States;
telephone: 504-862-8629; e-mail: cuba@tulane.edu;www.cuba.tulane.edu/summ.html
University of Arizona, College of Architecture, Planning, and Landscape Architecture: Study and research opportunity in Cuba focusing on Architecture, Landscape Architecture, and Urban Design between 1940 and 1970. Curriculum Highlights: Field trips and "outside classroom" teaching , sketching, photography and discussions with Cuban architects, historians, and planners (Summer; Havana, Cienfuegos, Santa Clara, Trinidad). Contact Information: 1040 North Olive, Tucson, AZ 85721-0075 United States; telephone: 520-621-4802; e-mail: hamman@u.arizona.edu ; www.architecture.arizona.edu/travel/cuba
University of Connecticut: Afro Cuba: The History, Arts, and Culture of Contemporary Cuba: Study tour that examines the history, culture and the arts of Afro Cuba lead by experienced researchers. Students survey important aspects of the african diaspora: Santeria, cabildos, and origins and development of carnival. Students will have an opportunity to interact with and learn from important scholars, intellectuals and musicians. The focus of the study tour will include important aspects of the arts and history with special emphasis on the experiences and cultural expressions of its people of color. including: The African Diaspora The origins and development of Santeria or Lucumi The role of the Cabildos in developing cultural continuity. The various styles of Cuban music in both their religious and secular contexts (Summer; Havana, Matanzas, Santiago de Cuba). Contact Information: Institute for African American Studies, 241 Glenbrook Road, Storrs, CT 06269-2162 United States; telephone: 860-486-3630 or 860-486-3082; e-mail: robert.stephens@uconn.edu;www.afrocubaweb.com/uconn.htm
University of Connecticut, College of Continuing Studies: Music and Cultural Study in Cuba: This interdisciplinary program integrates classroom instruction with trips to cultural institutions and historic sites. It is open to college and university students, as well as to teachers who wish to earn CEUs. The curriculum will examine the music, culture and history of Cuba, with emphasis on the influence of the African Diaspora. Topics to covered include: cultural transference, language, religion, drumming and dancing. Offered during Cuba's renowned Carnival festivals, the program will take participants to Havanna, Matanzas and Santiago de Cuba (Havana, summer). Upon completion of a research project, undergraduate and graduate students will earn 3 credits; teachers can earn 9 CEUs. Contact Information: One Bishop Circle, Unit 4056, Storrs, CT 06269-4056 United States; telephone: 860-486-5985; e-mail: continuingstudies.uconn.edu/international/Cuba/index.html; http://continuingstudies.uconn.edu/
University of Massachusetts Boston: Afro-Cuba Today: The Africana Studies Department of the University of Massachusetts Boston will offer a unique program to both graduate and undergraduate students who wish to study on location in Santiago de Cuba, Matanzas, Guantanamo and Havana, Cuba. The program is designed to facilitate an understanding of Cuba and Cubans of African descent through intense academic study. The program will explore the social history, politics, culture and economy of Cuba. Native Cuban scholars and practitioners from the University of Matanzas, the UNEAC and Casa del Caribe will conduct various lectures on Cuban society within its Afrocentric dimension. Cultural activities and field trips to museums and artistic centers are designed to encourage interaction with Cubans while providing practical experiences for students in community development projects (summer). Contact Information: 100 Morrissey Blvd., Boston, MA 02125-3393 United States; telephone: 617-287-7900; e-mail: continuing.education@umb.edu;www.conted.umb.edu/international/summer02/cuba.htm
Vacation-Culture in Cuba Inc.: A custom-made study trip to Cuba for Canadian or American university, college or high school students is a specialty of VCC's Study Trips and Educational Tours Department. VCC has working academic links with all major institutes of higher learning on the island, especially in Havana. Contact Information: 5059 Saint-Denis, Montreal, Quebec H2J 2L9 Canada; telephone: -514-982-3330 888-691-0101; e-mail: info@culturecuba.com;www.culturecuba.com/E/admin
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