Students will examine the concept of identity through the exploration of history and politics in Portugal.

The location: This program will be based in and focus on Lisbon and Porto, Portugal. Lisbon, Portugal’s capital, is a recognized global city, a major economic center of the European continent and one of the oldest cities in the world. Porto, a coastal city in northwest Portugal, is known for its historic sites and Port wine production. The program will overnight in Coimbra, home of the oldest university in Portugal and the second oldest in Europe.

Course Work and Highlights: This field experience will examine contemporary issues in Portuguese society and politics with emphasis on the historical roots of Portuguese identity. Lectures and site visits will highlight some of the predominant issues facing Portugal today including membership in the European Union, lingering impact of the Euro crisis, and historical memory of the Salazar Era. The program will incorporate some of the most important historical sites in Portuguese history.

Housing: Housing will be in hotels, with double, triple or quad occupancy.

Prerequisite course: POL 217: European Identities (to be offered spring 2020)

Students must meet eligibility requirements. See application at http://chatham.abroadoffice.net/ for details. Application deadline: 10/21/2019

Minimum Enrollment: 16 students. Each field experience is self-supporting and must meet its minimum enrollment number or it will be cancelled.