Explore Feminism and Democracy in Iceland: Study Abroad Opportunity | Department of Gender, Women & Sexuality Studies

Submitted by Whitney Miller on October 7, 2024 - 3:51 pm

The Northern Lights glow in vibrant green over Kirkjufell Mountain in Iceland. A nearby waterfall cascades into a river, surrounded by lush greenery, with the iconic mountain peak rising in the background under the aurora-lit sky.

Northern Lights Over Kirkjufell

A vibrant rainbow-painted street in Reykjavik leads toward a tall, unique church with a pointed steeple under a clear blue sky. On either side of the street, people enjoy outdoor cafes and shops, with trees and colorful buildings lining the path.

Colorful Path to Hallgrímskirkja

A crowd of people with raised hands protest in a public square, holding signs, including one in Icelandic. The background shows a building with an "American Bar" sign.

Icelandic Protest for Constitutional Reform

Are you ready to experience Iceland's revolutionary approach to democracy and feminism? Join us for GWSS Iceland: Feminism and Democracy in Iceland, a 10-day spring break study abroad program, based in Reykjavik, where you’ll explore the country’s political, cultural, and environmental landmarks.

Program Highlights:

Walk through Thingvellir, the birthplace of the world’s first parliament.
Engage with local artists, filmmakers, and musicians to understand the close connections between culture and politics in Iceland.
Participate in a hands-on workshop on Iceland’s crowd-sourced constitution.
Learn from feminist activists about Iceland's leadership in gender justice and political organizing.

Course Information:

Faculty Director: Dr. Cricket Keating
Course Title: GWSS 497 (1 credit)
Dates: March 20 - 30, 2025
Application Deadline: November 1, 2024
Application Availability: The application will be live by the end of the week, as the Global Studies Office is finalizing the last details.
Financial Aid: This program is financial aid eligible! Spring break programs qualify for financial aid, so students are required to take the course during the winter quarter to apply their aid to the spring break portion.