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| In 1989, Dr. David Hood, Professor of History at CSULB, developed two ancient history courses aimed at helping students connect history of ancient Greece and Rome with the art, culture, and classical writings from those periods. Some fourteen years later, these courses continue to be well received by scores of students. The two coursesThe Greek World and The Roman Worldcombine academic study of history with applied study of geography, architecture, classical literature, and culture all in the back yard of the host countries. Students prepare themselves academically for the trips abroad by reading historical texts and classical literature. During the daily visits to archaeological sites and museums, Professor Hood assists students in understanding the rich traditions of the past with the visible remains of those great civilizations. The courses help students to understand some universal themes that transcend the ages, and to comprehend complex historical precursors that underpin our own cultural heritage. These study abroad courses help students appreciate the emergence and evolution of core cultural traditions (e.g., democracy, legal systems, various technologies) and also to develop positive values toward history, art, culture, and Classical writings. |
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is the Ancient History Scholarship Travel Fund? The Ancient History Scholarship Travel Fund was established at CSULB in 2002 by an anonymous donor. The fund supports a limited number of qualified students each year with a partial offset of travel-related expenses. CSULB students who desire to participate in study abroad courses offered by the history department, but who may hesitate because of financial limitations, are encouraged to apply for a scholarship. |
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is the scholarship fund needed? To broaden the opportunities for CSULB students to participate in the Ancient World study abroad courses To support scholastic development of deserving students who might not otherwise be able to study abroad To promote inter-cultural exchange and contact between U.S. students and nationals abroad |
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are scholarship recipients selected? Recipients are selected because of their academic excellence, promise for using the experience in their careers, and demonstrated financial need. Students may be nominated by a CSULB faculty member, however, self-nominations are also encouraged. The applicant's coursework is reviewed by faculty in the history department, and financial need is evaluated by the university financial aid office. Individuals showing scholastic promise and financial need are considered for a scholarship. The scholarship may be used only for travel-related expenses, not for academic fees. The scholarship is a partial offset of travel-related expenses. Each recipient is expected to provide a match of the scholarship grant. |
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photo essay Enjoy some of the photos students have taken during the Ancient World study abroad courses |
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| How you can help We invite you to help deserving students by donating to this scholarship fund. Please make your tax-deductible donation to the CSULB Ancient History Travel Scholarship Travel Fund. |
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Ancient History Travel Scholarship FundDonation Form
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Print, and mail the form to the address below The CSULB Ancient History
Travel Scholarship Fund, founded in 2002, is designed to support
qualified students in their education in history and culture
of the ancient world. Please make checks payable
to: CSULB Foundation, and mail to:
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Beach Foundation, a nonprofit 501 (c) 3 tax exempt organization
which may provide tax-deductible advantages to the donor. The
CSULB Foundation exists solely to support and advance the mission
of California State University, Long Beach. The CSULB Foundation
is governed by a Board of Directors in accordance with its Articles
of Incorporation and Bylaws, appropriate State of California
codes, and applicable policy directives of the CSU Board of Trustees. |