Widener Law Studies Abroad

Widener School of Law Studies Abroad in 2009

Widener University School of Law was founded

in 1971 and is fully ap-proved by the American Bar Association and a member of the Association of American

Law Schools.

January/February 2009

Volume 1, Issue 3

Special points of interest:

• Applications accepted until April 20, 2009.

• Financial Aid is available; you must apply by March 23, 2009.

• Please visit our website: www.law.widener.edu

• Applicants from other law schools accepted.

• Students may take up to 6 credits.

• ABA approved program.

Summer International Law Institutes

What’s Inside…. Geneva Nairobi Sydney Venice Requirements

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Widener School of Law

For additional information, contact: Arlene Trapuzzano, Coordinator, International Programs 4201 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE 19803 Phone: 302-477-2248 Fax: 302-477-2257 E-mail: [email protected]

Stretch Your Perspective—Study Abroad Summer is the perfect time to earn credits while experiencing international cultures and learning different perspectives of faculty

and students from foreign countries. With the globalization of the world economy, an understanding of interna-tional business, trade, and jurisdiction has become essential for the modern lawyer. Why not consider adding a law-related experience to

your resume’ that stands out to employers and may open opportunities in an increasingly global world of law practice. As the world becomes increasingly intercon-nected, an understanding of the international legal climate is essen-tial. Widener has been a leader in the development of innovative and exciting opportunities for foreign legal study.

Geneva/Lausanne As a student in our Geneva/Lausanne Summer Law Insti-tute, you have the opportunity to study abroad in Lausanne, Switzerland, a breathtakingly beautiful city near Geneva, which is known throughout the world as an international cen-ter for law, policy, and diplomacy. Widener students have been traveling to Switzerland for a unique and exciting sum-mer program since 1991. This year we have made some exciting changes. We have a new, more user-friendly location, a new academic

host, and a new, shorter course format, which will al- low stu-dents to choose among (i) more travel t i m e after completing course work, (ii) tak- ing a sec-ond set of courses in our Venice program, and

(iii) return- i n g home earlier, for summer work or other activi-ties. Switzerland is bordered by France, Ger-many, Austria, Italy and tiny Liechten-stein. Lausanne's central location places most of the great cities and regions of Europe within reach; Paris, Milan, Florence, Venice, Brus-sels, Munich and Innsbruck are easy weekend journeys. Adventure-

some students can reach Vienna, Berlin, Amsterdam, Prague, or Barcelona in a day (or night) by train.

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Faculty members are drawn from Widener

School of Law as well as from universities and

international organizations in each city.

Geneva/Lausanne International Law Institute June 1 - June 30, 2009 Courses: ● International Human Rights ● Comparative Health Law ● TBA

Boutiques of Lausanne

Fountain of Justice in Lausanne

Widener Studies Abroad in Lausanne Nightlife in Lausanne

Learn

Lausanne

Clock with animated figurines in Old Town, Lausanne

A covered medieval staircase

Gilded Gargoyles

The Town Hall

Government Seat Old Warehouse District converted into new Metro center

Painted Buildings in the new Metro Center

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Nairobi Nairobi summer program is an extraordinary academic and cultural experience that will change the way you view the world. Since 1988 Widener has operated this summer program in partnership with the University of Nairobi. Kenya is one of the most beautiful and interest-ing places in the world. It is justly famous for its extraordinary national parks teeming with wild-life, beautiful beaches on the Indian Ocean, and

excellent hiking in the mountains including Mt. Kiliman-jaro.

You will find that Kenyans are as generous and friendly as any group of peo-ple in the world. The country is currently debating a draft constitu-tion that would reduce executive power and increase the independ-ence of the judiciary. Several members of our Institute’s Kenyan faculty have helped lead the fight for comprehensive constitutional reform and are members of the Constitutional Review Commission. On weekends students travel in groups to game parks, visit the unspoiled and less crowded beaches on the Indian Ocean for snor-keling, scuba, or a relaxing, hike in the mountains or visit new friends they made. There is far more to see and do than one person could possibly enjoy in a summer. You may be interested in visiting or volunteering with Water is Life, Kenya, an NGO devoted to pro-vide clean water to remote villages to reduce disease and improve the prospects for rural women.

“ S t u d e n t s will be able to explore the c u l t u r a l diversity of Kenya.”

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Kenya

Nairobi International Law Institute June 15 - July 16, 2009 Courses: • International Environmental Law & Trade ● Comparative Family Law ● Comparative Constitutional Law

Enrich Your Life—Study Abroad

Kenyan Students Join Class

Explore

Stay at Bid Apartments

Samburu Villagers

On Safari

By the Hippo Pool

More Safari Pictures

Nairobi

Exploring

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Sydney Though many changes in Sydney have occurred since its formation as a convict settlement, there has been pre-served through time historical buildings and places that tell stories of a past time. The Sydney Opera House, The Mint, Hyde Park Bar-racks, The Australian Museum and Government House have all played a role in the history of this city and indeed Australia. The Rocks, a restored historical district at the north end of the city center, has buildings that date right to almost the very beginning such as Cadmans Cottage,

with the other buildings dating from then till the late 1800s and early 1900s. It is called Aus-tralia’s First Place. Of the lesser well known historical buildings scattered through the city, there are many, each with their own story to tell. These buildings are well worth visiting for their architectural and visual appeal as well as the role they played in Sydney history. Sydney's Rocks area will give you a real sense of how the first European settlers lived as this is where the place that many of them called home. While the area has been modernized and is a bustling business centre today, many of the buildings, cobble stone streets and lane ways are still largely intact making this area a living museum of life in a bygone era. Hyde Park is the city's central open green space and it was named after the Hyde Park in London. Today the only reminder of its early 19th century competitive heritage is the huge playable chess set that features on the western side of the Park. The tranquil setting is popular among office workers who want some fresh air, a quick siesta or some time out from the concrete jungle. The central pathway through the park is an impressive, tiled, fig lined road linking two of the parks other features, the Archi-bald Fountain and the War Memorial.

“Studying abroad gave me a good perspective on international law. It really changed my life because it solidified my interest in corporate law.”

Sydney International Law Institute June 15 - July 20, 2009 (tentative dates) Courses: ● International & Comparative Commercial Law ● Comparative Family Law ● TBA

Sydney Harbour Bridge

Adventure

Judge’s Chambers in Canberra Bottle Tree Koala

The Three Sisters

Sydney


Red Rock

Venice has been known as the "City of Water", "City of Bridges", and "The City of Light". It is considered by many to be one of the most beautiful cities in the world. The city stretches across 118 small islands in the marshy Venetian Lagoon along the Adriatic Sea in northeast Italy. To reach Venice you can fly into the Marco Polo airport, located about 13 km from Venice. The only way to get around Venice is to walk or take a boat. Many Venetians have

their own boats but the visitor to Venice will have to rely on Taxis and the public boats, which are

used to move around the canals of Venice and the lagoon. One of the historic places to visit while in Venice is the bell tower in St. Mark’s Square. In-side the bell tower there are 5 large cast iron bells. Another tower in the city is the clock tower which shows the hours in Roman numer-als, the phases of the moon and the Zodiac. It also gives indications to sailors about the tides and which months are more favorable for sailing. The Ranieri brothers constructed the clock tower and were given a large reward for this construction. However, legend has it that later their eyes were removed in order to keep them from re-peating such a wonder. The Bridge of Sighs received its name in the 17th century, because the prisoners who passed through it on their way to the prison cells on the other side would most likely see the beautiful sight of the lagoon and the island of S.Giorgio and freedom for the last time.

“You will have the opportunity to travel this summer. Weekend journeys to Paris, Vienna, Prague, Rome and other world capitals will contribute to a memorable summer.”


Venice International Law Institute June 15 - July 10, 2009 Courses: ● International Sales Law ● Comparative Copyright Law ● European Union Law (tentative)

What Are You Doing This Summer?...Why Not Join Us?

City of Water

Bridge of Sighs

Venice

Study

Seeing the Sights from the Vaporetto

Venice

Glass Factory

Rialto Bridge at night & St. Mark’s Square


Application Requirements

To be eligible for Widener’s study abroad programs you must: • Complete one year of full- or part-time law studies compris-

ing the required first-year law courses at any ABA-approved law school.

• Widener students must have a 2.3 GPA. • Fill out and submit a formal application. • Provide a $100 non-refundable application fee. • Provide a letter of good standing from your law school. • Tuition must be paid before arrival at the program.

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Formal acceptance into the program can only be granted once all application requirements are fulfilled.

All of our programs are approved by the American Bar Association. Our courses may be credited toward your law degree at an ABA approved institution if your law school accepts credits from summer pro-grams. A transcript of grades will be sent to each student and to their home law school. Acceptance of any credit or grade for any course is subject to determination by the student's home school. It is unlikely that participation in a Study Abroad Pro-gram may be used to accelerate graduation. Consult with your school's registrar. Stu-dents are permitted to take one up to 6 credits during the summer.

ABA Approved

If you’re an extended-division student, please contact the Coordinator o f S t u d y A b r o a d Programs at 302-477-2248 fo r fu r ther information.

“...an understanding of international business, trade, and jurisdiction has become essential for the modern lawyer.”

Success

For additional information, contact: Arlene Trapuzzano, Coordinator, International Programs 4201 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE 19803 Phone: 302-477-2248 Fax: 302-477-2257 E-mail: [email protected]

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