International Focus

The Colosseum in Rome

Each year, the CIE selects an area of the globe as a special focus for the entire Berea College campus. The Director of International Education programs special campus-wide events related to the area of focus, including arranging for interdisciplinary special lectures and forums, planning cultural events (such as dance and music performances), hosting Fulbright scholars, and holding religious ceremonies. During recent years, the international focus has been on Japan, Africa, East Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East. By learning about "all peoples of the earth," the CIE believes that the Berea learning experience can be deepened and strengthened.

2009-2010 Focus: Europe

The international focus for 2009-2010 is Europe

As part of this year's focus, the College Wide Symposium on 5 November will address the challenges and accomplishments of the European Union (EU).

• Does the EU offer a model for working towards the goals of peace, prosperity, and stability for the the world?
• Does it serve as a mediator between global and local needs?

Panelists Karen Mingst, Lockwood Chair Professor in the Patterson School of Diplomacy and International Commerce at the University of Kentucky, and John McCormick, Professor of Political Science and Director of Graduate Studies at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis, will present examples from their research and experience to address the roles that regional organizations and public policy can play in fulfilling the challenge of thinking globally and acting locally.

About the European Union

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