Conflict and Post-Conflict Resolution in Modern Cyprus:

Life and Culture Divided by a Wall

Sponsored by LAS and the Study Abroad Office

This course explores the relationship between the nation and the state in the Eastern Mediterranean through a focus on the island of Cyprus. What has determined relations between ethnic groups living on the island? How did Greek Cypriots and Turkish Cypriots end up engaged in an ethnic conflict in the 1960s, leading to the invasion of the Turkish army and partition of the island in 1974? What measures have been taken for post-conflict resolution since then? Finally, how is life and culture in a split country like Cyprus divided by a wall?

Students will be able to visit the island and enrich their knowledge on its history and culture; see unique ancient, medieval, and modern monuments; and meet with high-ranking state officials, NGO activists, and others who lived through the events of the 1960s and 1970s to hear what happened and how those events changed people’s lives.

2013-14 PROGRAM FEE: TBD

Fees are subject to change due to exchange rate fluctuations and the number of participants.

Included: Round-trip airfare, most meals, housing, orientation programs, on-site transportation, program excursions, and international health insurance

Not Included: Personal expenses and visa fees (if applicable)

2013-14 ESTIMATED TOTAL COST: TBD

SCHOLARSHIPS

Scholarship opportunities are available for students who participate on Faculty-Led Courses Abroad. Please visit the online brochure page of this program to learn more.

PROGRAM DATES

December 28, 2013, to January 13, 2014 On-campus meetings: Second 8 weeks of Fall 2013

APPLICATION DEADLINE

September 15, 2013

CONTACT INFORMATION

For any questions you may have or for more detailed information on the program, please contact:

Faculty Leader:

Stefanos Katsikas

skatsika@illinois.edu

Study Abroad Advisor:

Adam Heinz

heinz2@illinois.edu

Or visit the Study Abroad Office at:

910 South Fifth Street

112 International Studies Building

Champaign, IL 61820

217-333-6322

To visit the online program brochure page: studyabroad.illinois.edu/userfiles/pages/facultyledprog.aspx