ºÃÉ«ÏÈÉútv offers study away courses taught by our VWU faculty members. The 2025-26 study away course offerings are listed below. For more information about individual courses, contact the faculty instructor directly.
Students enrolled in VWU’s study away courses may apply for The Athenaeum’s Global Engagement Course Grants. Please contact the Director of Global Engagement, Brooke Novkovic, for more information.
January 2026
SPAN 310: Spanish Speaking Localities and Culture
Description: This course examines the relationship between geography, natural and urban landscapes, and the cultural richness of the country of interest and its people. The class will visit some of Ecuador's unique regions/cities to experience and learn how location and geography contribute to culture. Students will visit Quito (the capital), Cuenca (UNESCO World Heritage Trust Site), and smaller villages/towns in the Napo Region.
Destination: Ecuador
Tentative Travel Dates: January 9–17, 2026
For more information, please contact Dr. Felipe Hugueño (fjugueno@vwu.edu).
Spring 2026
HUM 201: Topics in Religion – Oxford Faith and Literature
Description: This course takes students to Oxford and surrounding areas to explore the literature and world of C. S. Lewis. It also follows the footsteps of those authors and poets who influenced him (e.g. George Herbert, Samuel Coleridge, etc.) and connects their sites of origin with Lewis' writings. It is a course that opens the wardrobe door to Narnia and other enchanted spots.
Destination: Oxford, England
Tentative Travel Dates: March 13–20, 2026
For more information, please contact Dr. Terry Lindvall (tlindvall@vwu.edu).
Summer 2026
CLAS 356: VWU in Greece
Description: Explore the enduring legacy of ancient Greece—from Spartan military training to the philosophical roots of democracy—and how its strategic, political, and ethical debates still shape our world today. This transformative 15-day journey through Greece's historic cities and archaeological sites connects ancient insights to modern challenges in leadership, governance, and everyday life.
Destination: Athens, Greece
Tentative Travel Dates: May 31–June 14, 2026
For more information, please contact Dr. Benjamin Haller (bhaller@vwu.edu).
Faculty Study Away Course Spotlights
Dr. Terry Lindvall discusses his course in Oxford, England.
Dr. Elizabeth Malcolm discusses her course in Alaska.