New Zealand/Fiji Summer Studies 2009

Application Deadline: October 31, 2008

Who will lead the New Zealand/Fiji Summer Studies?
Mr. and Mrs. Goehner, and Mr. Holland and his family.

Where will we be going?
The team will tour areas of Fiji and New Zealand, and visit Maori cultural centers (Native New Zealanders) art museums and galleries, and explore some of the amazing landscape, such as White Island (an active volcano), the Bay of Plenty, and other geological oddities found in New Zealand.

What classes will be taught?
ART 3883 Graphic Design in Social Context
Prerequisites: Graphic Design 2
Recommended: Typography

ART 3543 Commercial Photography in Social Context
Prerequisites: Intro to Photography
Recommended: Digital Darkroom

ART 3183 Social Documentary Photography
Prerequisites: Intro to Photography

How much will it cost?
The cost is $5500 includes airfare, housing, meals, transportation, museums and tuition. Spending money and materials are not covered.

When will it take place?
June 4th - July 15th 2009.

What is the purpose of the trip?
The trip to Fiji and New Zealand is a misson focused, study-abroad trip giving students the opportunity to integrate their chosen field, (graphic design and photography) with their faith and discover how God given talents can be used for His purposes. The team will be photographing and designing material for a missions organization to use for recruitment, information, and/or evangelism.

Who can apply to go?
The trip is open to any Visual Arts majors.

Contact information:
To Goehner: TGoehner@jbu.edu
Neal Holland: NHolland@jbu.edu