2026 Short-term Programs in Europe
Germany
Sport and Its Global Impact: Germany
This course explores Germany’s sports history and future, from the 1936 Berlin Olympics to NFL games in Munich and Frankfurt. It includes cultural study, a real-world consulting project with a German company, and a study abroad trip combining historical visits and industry engagement. (3 credits, SPM/SAL 440)
Italy
Mediterranean Food and Culture
This course will provide an opportunity to experience one of the most renowned cuisines in the world. Students will investigate the historic, geographic, and socioeconomic underpinnings of the Mediterranean diet, critique the health benefits and implications of following the diet, and discuss the current dietary habits of people surrounding the Mediterranean. Once in Italy, students will experience the current Mediterranean diet from farm to table by exploring small artisan producers for cheese, olive oil, and pasta. Students will also work in the fields, shop for the freshest ingredients, and cook authentic Italian meals during your time in Italy. (3 credits, NSD 452/652) mid-May – early June
Multi-city
Visit multiple European cities in two weeks. This seminar in Europe will start in Oslo, Norway and go through Copenhagen, Denmark to Malmö, Sweden- Berlin, Germany- Munich, Germany, and Rome, Italy. Students will travel using a combination of rail system and ferry transportation. While being immersed in the culture of the most fascinating cities in Europe, learn how some of the largest global corporations use information to address global technology challenges. EuroTech explores organizations in Europe through the lens of Information Technology. (3 credits, IDS 350/650) mid-May – early June
Switzerland
Travel to Switzerland over spring break to gain exposure to the foundational principles of international tax law and develop an understanding of (i) international tax law, tax competition, and the practice of international tax law in Civil Law and Common Law jurisdictions; (ii) concepts of business and tax advising relative to transfer pricing, Base Erosion & Profiting Shifting (BEPS), measuring risk and intangibles, and related topics; and (iii) common reporting standards under the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD); the application of various tax regimes; information reporting standards, monitoring, enforcement and related issues. (3 credits, LAW 798/994)