Opportunities

  • Study Abroad in Kyrgyzstan

    “Politics and Society in Central Asia” Study Abroad program

    Interested in learning about democratization, economic development and post-Soviet cultural transitions?  The University of Missouri offers a two-week immersive study abroad program in Kyrgyzstan on “Politics and Society in Central Asia.”  Students meet with policymakers, scholars and ordinary people to discuss the political, economic and societal challenges facing Kyrgyzstan and how the government and the international community are working to address them.  

    The program dates are May 18-June 2, 2024.  Undergraduate students earn three credits in political science or peace studies; graduate students earn three credits in public affairs.

    Learn more at the upcoming info session at noon - 1 p.m. Central Time (1 -2 p.m. EST) Wednesday, Jan. 31 via Zoom. Register now. 

    For more information about the program, visit the course website or email the course instructor, Dr. Mary Stegmaier, at stegmaierm@missouri.edu.

    Students from other universities are welcome to participate in the program.  They earn Mizzou credit and can transfer it to their home university.

    For more information, contact: Dr. Mary Stegmaier at stegmaierm@missouri.edu

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