Study Abroad in Guatemala

The Center for Mesoamerican Research (CIRMA) and the University of Arizona invite you to study abroad in Antigua, Guatemala.

Deepen your understanding of the social, historical and political dynamics of Central America and learn Spanish while living in an historic town surrounded by volcanoes. http://www.cirma.org.gt. At CIRMA, you can study the history of Central American revolutions, Mayan social movements, human rights, anthropology, archeology, literature and politics, as well as Spanish and/or a Mayan language. Personalized classes are taught by knowledgeable Central American scholars and promote an understanding of the region from the "ground up." Students receive a University of Arizona transcript. Most classes receive three undergraduate credits. Classes may be taken for honors credit, and some classes can be taken for graduate credit. The academic program is complemented by field trips and a colloquium series featuring outstanding scholars, artists and activists. At CIRMA, students have access to one of the best libraries in Latin America. Students may also complete an internship at CIRMA or volunteer or do an internship with social organizations in and around Antigua. Students live with Guatemalan families in Antigua. Program dates:

Spring 2008 Semester: January 16-May 16

Summer 2008: June 9 - July 10

Fall 2008 Semester: August 25 - December 12

For a complete schedule of classes and registration information, to see photos of CIRMA and Antigua and to read what other students have to say about living and studying in Guatemala: go to: http://www.cirma.org.gt and click on "study abroad". Antigua, Guatemala is one of the most popular sites in Central America. Founded in 1543 and only 45 minutes from Guatemala City, it is a vibrant cultural center filled with Spanish colonial buildings. It is located in a region inhabited by people of diverse origins, over half of them Maya-Kakchikel indigenous people. For more information on this program please contact: Office of Study Abroad and Student Exchange, The University of Arizona, http://studyabroad.arizona.edu , Jill Calderon at jcaldero@email.arizona.edu or Barbara Kohnen at CIRMA at bkohnen@cirma.org.gt