Human Rights

Learn about Human Rights abroad by embarking on your own real-life experience abroad. Studying abroad will provide you with unique opportunities to learn about the different human rights standards around the world, studying how these rights impacts cultures and societies, as well as build upon critical thinking and professional skills needed to excel in the human rights field. Step out into the world, rev up your resume, and earn academic credit by studying abroad.

Human Rights Programs

Academic Advice 

Internships 

Scholarships

Department Contact 

Resources for Advisors 

 

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PROGRAM SUGGESTIONS

The programs highlighted on this page are a good fit for students in Human Rights

SEMESTER AND ACADEMIC YEAR PROGRAMS

Country

Host Institution 

Program Type

Courses

Ghana

University of Cape Coast

Exchange

Available Courses

Japan

International Christian University

Exchange

Available Courses

Morocco 

ISA Meknes Study Center

Provider

Available Courses

Romania 

Babes-Bolyai University

Exchange

Available Courses 

South Africa

University of Cape Town

Provider

Available Courses

Spain

Universidad Carlos III de Madrid

Exchange

Available Courses

Turkey 

Middle East Technical University

Exchange

Available Courses

United Kingdom

Edge Hill University

Exchange

Available Courses

United Kingdom

University of Roehampton 

Exchange

Available Courses 


ACADEMIC ADVICE

  • The earliest you can go abroad is the summer of your first year.
  • Students may fulfill General Education Foundation and Issues requirements abroad.
  • Students taking at least 3 credits abroad will fulfill their Global Perspectives requirement.
  • Students should be working with their faculty mentor to plan and make appropriate course selections for study abroad.
  • Department input requested.

To determine the GVSU course equivalencies for courses taken abroad, please visit our Course Approval page. 

Once you have selected a program, schedule a meeting with your academic advisor to discuss your plans.

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INTERNSHIPS

Gain real-world experience globally and build your international network by participating in an internship abroad. 

Internships Abroad 

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EXPLORE OTHER PROGRAMS

There are other program options available. Schedule a study abroad advising appointment to learn more or browse our other program options:

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SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

GVSU Peace and Justice Activist Scholarship

Brooks College Scholarship for Study Abroad

Explore more scholarship opportunities through our scholarship page 

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DEPARTMENT CONTACT

Professor Karen Zivi

[email protected] 

1130 Au Sable Hall

Human Rights Minor Page

HUMAN RIGHTS OFFICE INFO

Ginele Johnson
[email protected]
[email protected]
(616) 331-8229
229 Lake Ontario Hall



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