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This course prepares students to work in a global setting. Students examine theories, concepts, and skills related to social development, cross-cultural engagement, and issues related to particular countries. The course is designed with two elements: 1) On-campus classroom learning focused on global social work knowledge, and, 2) Field-based labs that involve direct engagement with an international population. Students select one lab: i) faculty-led trip to China for two-weeks, ii) refugee resettlement service-learning project in Omaha. (Cross-listed with SOWK 4820).

Prerequisite(s): Admitted to Graduate College. Travel overseas early summer-course lab. Passport, visa-China, travel insurance-UNO, immunizations and registration (International Studies) required to travel abroad. Faculty member leading trip to provide further info.