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SIT Study Abroad: IHP Death & Dying
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The subject of death is so taboo in American culture that people use metaphors to avoid talking about it while also using death-laden language in everyday communication. This contradiction leaves many Americans death illiterate, with limited functional knowledge of the process of death and dying, the psychology of bereavement, or end-of-life planning. Travel to New York City and three countries wi...
The subject of death is so taboo in American culture that people use metaphors to avoid talking about it while also using death-laden language in everyday communication. This contradiction leaves many Americans death illiterate, with limited functional knowledge of the process of death and dying, the psychology of bereavement, or end-of-life planning. Travel to New York City and three countries with higher levels of death acceptance – Ghana, Mexico, and Indonesia – to understand how cultural practices, social policies, and creative communities confront and celebrate death.
Program Highlights
Examine how different cultures conceptualize and celebrate death.
Engage in “death over dinner” conversations facilitated by local leaders, deathcare workers, and community members.
Interview changemakers fighting against policies that preserve life for the privileged and perpetuate death for marginalized peoples.
Learn to “read a cemetery” from multiple perspectives by interpreting the symbolism, aesthetics, and history of gravesites.
Acknowledge, critique, and define what it means to engage in ethical dark tourism.
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Quick Details
- Accra, Ghana
- Bali, Indonesia
- Oaxaca, Mexico
- New York, United States
- Fall
- Spring
- Arts
- Culture
- Religious Studies
- Sociology
- Travel & Tourism
- All Nationalities
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Locations
- Accra, Ghana
- Bali, Indonesia
- Oaxaca, Mexico
- New York, United States
Types and Subjects
- Subjects & Courses
- Arts
- Culture
- Religious Studies
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Solo
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- All Program Activity Costs
- Medical / Accident Insurance
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Guest House
- Home-stays
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Letters of Reference
- Physical Exam/Health Records
- Transcript
- Online Application
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