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ACADEMIC PROGRAM
The name Ghana was taken from the ancient and sophisticated Sudanic Empire, which flourished in West Africa between the fourth and tenth centuries A.D. Under colonial rule, Ghana was called the Gold Coast and was renamed after independence from Britain on March 6, 1957 |
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| Traditionally, women make pottery in Ghana. |
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As a participant in the three-week Art & Design Travel/Study Program, you will discover Ghana's rich ancient culture, festivals, and customs of social, economic and religious traditions. The Program provides an intellectually challenging experience, which focuses on traditional and contemporary African art and design.
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| Visits often include a trip to the Slave River and to Kakum National Rain Forest. |
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Our base will be the University of Science and Technology in Kumasi. At UST, participants will be given lectures by a distinguished group of faculty in the College of Art before traveling throughout Ghana to conduct on-site field studies. Each site serves as an extension of the lectures, providing opportunities to observe first-hand Ghanaian artists and craftsmen at work. Participants in the Travel/Study Program are responsible for one major project and will receive three (3) credit hours for successfully completing the course |
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FACILITIES
The Art & Design Travel/Study Program is based in the College of Art, University of Science and Technology, Kumasi. Housing will primarily be in the city of Kumasi with exception of the time spent on excursions to field study sites within the region. Accommodations will be provided by private guest houses (motels), double occupancy. Breakfast and dinner will be included. Guest houses are located in the downtown section of Kumasi, in close proximity to shops, taxi stations, and a variety of open markets |
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| Orianna Cacchione, a University of Michigan student, learns the art of Kente weaving, a traditionally male craft. |
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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
The Art & Design Travel/Study Program is open to art professionals, artists, and art educators. University students who have completed four (4) semesters and are in very good academic standing may also apply. We encourage participation from elementary and secondary school teachers who want to expand their curriculum to include African art.
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| Vendors sell coconuts on the streets of Kumasi. |
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