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Ghana Program TEMPLE IN WEST AFRICA: GHANA The Program The Temple in West Africa: Ghana summer program, tentatively scheduled for July 9 – August 15th, is intended to investigate aspects of the historical, literary and artistic bases of West African civilization. It offers a special opportunity for all students interested in classical and contemporary African history, politics, literature, music, dance and theater to learn about these subjects through academic study and personal cultural experiences. The program is based at the University of Ghana, Legon-Accra. Accra, the capital of Ghana, is one of the largest administrative and commercial centers in West Africa. The courses are taught by Dr. Abu Shardow Abarry, Associate Professor of African American Studies at Temple University, and coordinated by Dr. Emmanuel Quarcoo, Professor of English, at the University of Ghana. Courses are supplemented by lectures given by faculty members from the University of Ghana in Legon, the University of Cape Coast, and the University of Science and Technology in Kumasi. These three Ghanaian universities are among the most reputable higher education institutions in West Africa. Students have access to the University of Ghana’s Balme Library, the special library of the Institute of African Studies, the DuBois Center, and the Padmore Research Library, as well as the United States Information Services and the British Council Libraries. Courses Two courses are offerd: AAS 315/687 African Aesthetics (3 s.h.) and AAS 378/401 African Civilization (3 s.h.). Both graduate and undergraduate credit can be earned. Program Director The program director, Dr. Abu Shardow Abarry, Associate Professor and Director of Graduate Studies in Temple’s Department of African American Studies, was born in Accra, Ghana. Dr. Abarry received B.A. (Honors) and M.A. degrees at the University of Ghana where he specialized in English and African literatures. He obtained his PhD degree from the State University of New York at Buffalo. Application and Eligibility The application deadline is March 1st. In addition to completing the application form, students are required to submit transcripts for all college/university work completed to date, an academic reference from a faculty member, and a one or two page typed statement describing your expectations and interests regarding the Ghana program, and specifying what you ultimately hope to gain from your study abroad experience. Non-Temple students must also submit the home college approval form and a non-refundable application fee of $30. Early application is encouraged; applications are considered on a rolling-admissions basis. When possible, candidates are interviewed; telephone interviews are conducted for those who cannot be interviewed personally. Participants must have a minimum cumulative g.p.a. of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale, and may not be on academic nor disciplinary probation. Although not essential, experience of Africa-related subject matter is desirable. Students will be selected mainly on the basis of their intellectual purpose and emotional maturity; successful candidates will be notified by March 15th. A non-refundable $100 deposit is required for all admitted students in order to reserve their place but the amount will be credited toward the final cost of the program. Students with questions about financial aid should contact the financial aid office at their home institutions. For further information, contact: Dr. Abu Abarry International Programs
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