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International Education
O'Dowd Hall, Room 328
586 Pioneer Drive
Rochester,
MI
48309-4482
(location map)
(248) 370-2889
ie@oakland.edu
Office hours
Mon - Fri: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Virtual advising hours
Mon - Fri: 9 a.m. - noon and 1 - 4 p.m.
Alex Zimmerman, Director
(248) 370-2843
azimmerman@oakland.edu

For more information, contact:
Kareen Tonsing
kareentonsing@oakland.edu
(248) 370-2756
Kareen Tonsing
kareentonsing@oakland.edu
(248) 370-2756
Maria Beam
devoogd@oakland.edu
(248) 370-3166
Service Learning in Hong Kong
This study abroad program to Hong Kong is designed for students interested in international social work and service learning. This course involves three on-campus meetings before departing and a 10-day study abroad program to Hong Kong and is based on experiential education as a model for teaching and learning. This program will offer students a global perspective and understanding of social problems, practice approaches and policies in other countries, with a specific focus on Hong Kong through site visits at different government and non-governmental social service agencies and organizations. The next program dates TBD.
Where You
Will Be
Will Be
The travel study program to Hong Kong includes three on-campus meetings before departing and a 10-day study program to Hong Kong.

What You
Will learn
Will learn
Students will learn about the history and development of social work practices, global social issues and global interdependence. Global issues to be discussed include poverty, child labor, adoption and resettlement of refugees and immigrants. Students will critically analyze and compare human rights issues, human relationships, global social work agendas, and strengths and limitations of initiatives and intervention in the United States and Hong Kong. The knowledge and experience gained will provide students with an understanding of international practice and policies along with the need for competency in international practice at the individual, family, group community and organizational levels.


What to
Bring
Bring
Summer clothing, good walking shoes, umbrella and rain coat, smart casual clothing for all site visits.
Requirements
- To register for this program, students must obtain the permission of the instructor or faculty.
- Students must enroll in SW395: International Social Work and Service Learning course, a 4-credit course.
- Students must be in good academic standing.
- Students must have a passport valid for 6 months at the time of travel in July 2019.
Cost
Service Learning in Hong Kong June - July TBD | |
Number of Credits | 4 (Tuition not included in program cost) |
Program Cost | $TBD |
Meals not included | 10 daily breakfast, one dinner and one lunch included. Remaining meals not included. |
Excursions | One day cultural and historical tour included. |
Airfare | Not included |
Books and supplies | N/A |
Extra costs | Passport, meals (lunch and dinner) and other personal expenses |
Important
Dates
Dates
To apply to this program, you need to create an account (or log in if you already have an account). Under "Program Type" select "OU Programs"; under "Program Country" select "Hong Kong SAR of China" and then click "Search" and follow the instructions"
Details | Amount | Date |
1st installment of program fee due | $350 | February 28, 2019 |
2nd installment of program fee due | $450 | March 30, 2019 |
Final installment of program fee due | $567 | May 15, 2019 |
Total program cost | TBD |