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Departments of Geography and History, Eberly College of Arts and Sciences
Location: Blantyre, Zomba and Mulanje
Dates: July 1 - July 30, 2008
Program Status: No longer accepting applications

This program is designed to provide an opportunity for senior undergraduates and beginning MA/PhD students to gain exposure to the scientific research process in Malawi. During their 30 days in Malawi, students will observe and participate in field work that will include: surveys, land use mapping and agricultural surveys.

Program Directors

• Professor Brent McCusker, Department of Geography
• Professor Joseph Hodge, Department of History

Course Information

• GEOG 494: Geography of Malawi

Cost: $185

• Price includes: WVU credits, extended learning fee, international health insurance
• Not included: International flight, housing, meals, local transportation, excursions, passport fees, personal expenses

Program Resources

• Program Application
• Acceptance Packet - Due: April 1, 2008
• Pre-Departure Orientation - Registration Form
• Pre-Departure Guide

Travel Resources

• U.S. Passport Application Instructions
• WVU International Travel Clinic
• Consular Information Sheet for Malawi - U.S. State Department
• Embassy of Malawi in the United States
• Health Information for Travelers to Country - U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC)