CI Faculty-Directed Programs

Immerse yourself in a transformative learning experience through our study abroad course in Oaxaca, Mexico. This innovative program delves into the dynamic relationship between Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) and social justice, focusing on the ingenious ways communities create Alternative Sociotechnical Infrastructures (ASIs) to address inequalities and assert their agency.

Oaxaca is known for its deep indigenous traditions, activism, and vibrant culture each with its own unique traditions and languages. Witness how activists and marginalized communities take charge of their destiny and combat societal inequalities through the strategic utilization of ICTs. This journey will deepen your understanding of the intricate relationships between information technology, society, and social justice.

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Outside of New York City, London is the advertising and marketing capital of the world, and certainly the leader in European advertising.  This course will examine how advertising and public relations practice in London differ from the United States through in-country study of print, broadcast and out-of-home advertising and visits to advertising and public relations agencies as well as popular culture museums and attractions.  If you’ve ever seen a television program featuring European ads, you know they’re often edgier than what we see in the United States.  This course will help you understand why and how that happens.

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