The United Nations Intensive Summer Study Program, designed for graduate students and advanced undergraduates, immerses participants in the political dynamics of the United Nations. This week-long program familiarizes students with the inner workings of the U.N. by bringing them together with distinguished practitioners working in the field of multilateral diplomacy. Participants attend official sessions at U.N. Headquarters, such as meetings of the Security Council, as well as briefings at the United Nations Association of the USA.
Directed by Dr. Courtney Smith, associate dean at the Whitehead School, and offered in cooperation with UNA-USA, the program is structured around a series of seminars led by U.N. officials and representatives of governments and civil society on a range of global issues currently on the U.N. agenda. Key topics have included: peacekeeping and disarmament, human rights and refugees, status of women and children, member state policies towards the U.N., the role of civil society and the private sector in the U.N., U.N. reform, and the environment and development.
Participants will be immersed in activities for 12 hours each day the entire week of the program. View a sample schedule »
A typical day includes:
- Breakfast at Seton Hall followed by a chartered bus to the U.N.
- Attend official U.N. committee meeting
- Lunch
- Briefings and discussion with U.N. officials and practitioners
- Dinner on Seton Hall Campus
Students also have time for cultural activities in New York City.
Students may reside on campus in single rooms or may choose to commute to Seton Hall for the duration of the program.
Two enrollment options are available: credit and non-credit. Successful completion of either option results in a certificate from the Whitehead School. In addition, the credit option allows students to earn three semester credit hours from Seton Hall University.
Program Requirements include preliminary readings and a short paper to be completed prior to the beginning of the course. Attendance at all sessions is mandatory. Students actively participate in dialogue and discussion with guest speakers and peers. Students attending for credit also must keep a journal documenting their reactions to the briefings and submit a research paper one month after the conclusion of the program. Graduate students complete additional readings and a writing assignment.
Tuition and Fees for the 2010 U.N. Intensive Summer Study Program
July 26-30
Credit Option: Undergraduates $2,500; Graduate students $2,600.
Fee includes expected tuition for three credits plus a non-refundable deposit covering transportation between campus and the U.N., most meals, U.N. tour and briefing materials.
Non-Credit Option: $1000. Fee includes a non-refundable deposit covering transportation between campus and the U.N., most meals, U.N. tour and briefing materials.
Optional Housing: Available on the Seton Hall campus. Fee of $400 covers a single room with adjoining bath for six nights, from Sunday to Saturday.
Apply
Download an application for the 2010 U.N. Intensive Summer Study Program »
For additional information, contact Dr. Courtney Smith at (973) 313-6203 or courtney.smith@shu.edu.
Applications must be received by May 1. Students will be notified of the status by May 15.
