Information Meeting for the American Language and Culture (ALC) and Asia-US Service Learning (AUSL) Programs Summer Chad Morse: Program Director

American Language and Culture Program July 30 – August 30, 2006

Program Goals To improve English ability To develop international friendships To develop cross-cultural understanding To develop personal growth

Overview of the Program Students will take English courses as official Stanford students Students continue to develop English skills and develop an understanding of American culture through various activities Students will have a multi-national experience through interaction with other Asian students and Stanford hosts

English Classes Taught by Stanford Language Center Small class size (no more than 12 students)

English Classes Topics to be covered: Social stratification/Diversity Public opinion, media, pop culture Environmental Issues Oral presentation at the end

Out-of-Class Activities Academic activities: Panel discussions/presentations on racial & ethnic issues, gay & lesbian issues Work with non-profit organizations Visits to Silicon Valley companies

Out-of-Class Activities Fun activities: Trip to SF, Yosemite Music performances Sport events

Multi-National Experience Other Asian Students Stanford Hosts

Asia-US Service-Learning Program August 4 – August 31, 2006 “Service is the rent we pay for living on this earth.”

Program History & Goals History Developed in 2005 in response to growing interest in service and volunteerism Based on a combination of American Language and Culture and Alternative Spring Break models Goals To deepen students interest in and understanding of public service and non-profit organizations To study complex social and environmental issues through both academic and hands on activities To increase students sense of meaning and direction To connect “ mind learning ” with “ heart learning ”

What is ‘Service-Learning’? “ Service learning is a method of teaching, learning and reflecting that combines academic classroom curriculum with meaningful service throughout the community. ” Emphasis on reflection

Program Overview Pre-Program Stanford workshop course Service Project Week Wrap Up Post Program and Service-Learning Conference

Service Project Groups Your “ core group ” throughout the program. 8 – 10 students per group Placement based on participants interests and space availability Four Service Project Groups Environment and Agriculture Education Health and Disabilities Urban Issues

Program Coordinators Plan and lead Service Projects Lead discussions for “ Service in US and Asia ” class Act as guides and “ instant friends ” 8 Stanford Coordinators 4 Asia Coordinators (alumni of VIA programs)

Pre-Program AUSL Orientation and Retreat Presentation topics chosen and research conducted

Stanford University & “Service in the US and Asia” Workshop Class First 2 weeks of program based at Stanford “ AUSL Orientation ” “ Service in the US and Asia ” workshop Extracurricular activities, panel discussions, etc.

Service Project Week Mix of hands on volunteering, visits to service organizations, discussions, reflection, and fun Connected to topics covered during “ Service in US and Asia ” class Depending on service group, accommodations include home stays, hostels, and camping

Wrap Up Two-day retreat following Service Week in Santa Cruz Mountains Final event at the World Affairs Council of San Francisco Two days of farewell activities in San Francisco

Post Program Final Report Project Stanford Coordinators visit to Asia Service-Learning Conference in Tokyo

Application Process Application deadline is late April Interview will be during early May Results will be announced shortly after the interview Orientation will be held May 3 Deposit of $500 to be paid by June 5

Interview Interview will be in English It will be for about 10 minutes. We are looking for enthusiastic students who are eager to learn through participating in ALC. Be prepared to explain why you want to participate in ALC and what specifically you want to get out of this program.

We’ll be looking forward to seeing you at Stanford this summer!

AUSL inquiries: Chad Morse ALC inquiries: Kazutoh Ishida