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Hippocrates, Holism and Healing: Greek Foundations of Multicultural Counseling
Explore Greek culture from the perspectives of holistic healing practices and Greek medicine. Who was Hippocrates? Why are his ideas and practices important to all aspects of modern medicine? Deepen your understanding of counseling’s origins and the connection between mental and physical health.
Overview
Location(s) |
Athens and Kos, Greece |
Term |
Summer 2023 |
Credit |
CN 679, 1-3 sh |
Class Sessions |
Mixture of In-person sessions (WIU-QC campus, dates/times/room TBA) and on-line sessions |
Travel Dates | June 30-July 9, 2023 |
Housing | Hotels |
Passport | Required |
Visa (for US citizens) | Not required |
Eligibility
Permission(s) required |
Graduate advisor and Department Chair |
Student Conduct |
Good status |
Grad credit |
Yes |
Non-WIU |
Yes |
Pre-requisite |
None
|
Student Year |
Graduate only |
Entry Requirements
Passport required - Must be valid until at least January 15, 2024. For information on how to apply for or renew a passport, see
Passports 101
.
Current passport processing times are 8-11 weeks. Plan accordingly to avoid issues obtaining your ETIAS, visa, airine tickets, and other necessary items for travel. Failure to receive your passport in time can lead to postponement of your program.
Visa required if not a US citizen.
It is your responsibility to check the
Greek Consulate General in Chicago website
for more information. Visa cost not included in program cost.
Health Insurance
You must have international health insurance for the time you are on your program. Only two options are approved to meet this requirement:
- WIU student health insurance
- A supplemental policy (Patriot Travel Medical) from International Medical Group (IMG)
Health Precautions
COVID-19 - You are REQUIRED to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to particiapte in this program. Proof of vaccination required prior to acceptance of your deposit.
Walking/mobility/travel - Expect to walk 5-8 miles per day. It is not consecutive but scheduled throughout the day, sometimes over uneven terrain and up/down flights of stairs. You will also be responsible for moving your own luggage.
Environmental - Excursions and site visits are often conducted outside. High temperatures during June/July range from 70-90+ degrees. Humidity levels are normally comfortable, less pronounced that in the midwest during the same time. There is an average of 12 hours of sun per day, often intense. Sun protection is highly recommended.
Dietary - Some meals are included in the program cost. Contact Kim McDaniel if you have food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
Vaccinations - No vaccinations are required for entry into Greece. Up to date vaccination recommendations are available on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website .
Accessibility - Accessibility and accommodation are very different than that found in the United States. Please
contact the Disability Resource Center
for questions on the availability of accommodations for your specific situation.
PLEASE NOTE
It is your responsibility to request accommodation from the DRC; faculty and staff are not legally permitted to inquire about such needs. Requests should be made as early as possible so there's sufficient time to arrange accommodations in your location.
Costs & Dates
Estimated Cost* |
$4,400-$4,800 |
Included in the program | Round trip airfare, in-country transportation, lodging (double occupancy), entry fees to scheduled sites, some meals |
Application Deadline |
January 31, 2023 |
Payments | |
Commitment fee |
$75 due February 28, 2023 |
Non-refundable deposit |
$1,500 due March 1, 2023
|
Second payment | $2,000 due March 31, 2023 |
Final payment* | Balance due May 1, 2023 |
* Cost subject to change based on student enrollment, exchange rate fluctuations and flight costs
WIU reserves the right to adjust the cost or arrangements of this program due to insufficient enrollment or circumstances beyond the University's control. For details about this or individual withdrawals, see Cancellations and Withdrawals .
Important Dates
Passport copy deadline: March 31, 2023 Failure to meet this deadline will result in removal from the group flight and increased costs.
ETIAS copy deadline: May 1, 2023
Pre-departure meeting: TBA during Spring 2023
Academics
Credit offered
CN 679 - Can count towards completion of a MSEd in Counseling
Please check with your academic advisor for more information on how this Course fits your specific academic needs.
Objectives/activities
-
Understand ancient Greek holistic healing approaches and Greek medicine
-
Demonstrate an understanding of global interconnectedness and existing parallels between Greek and American counseling approaches
Class sessions
Active class participation, including contribution to discussions and attendance, is expected in all phases of the Course. Students are responsible for completing pre-departure assignments including readings and discussion participation, attendance and active participation during on-site visits, guest lectures and activities, and post-return assignments. Questions about course content should be directed to
Dr. Leslie O'Ryan.
Academics
Credit offered
HIST 379 - Counts as an upper-division elective for HIST majors/minors; can be used as a substitute for HIST 333 Britain to 1688 for HIST Pre-Law option majors
HIST 679 - Counts towards completion of a MA in History
POLS 379 - Counts as an upper-division elective or the political theory requirement for POLS majors/minors
POLS 679 - Counts towards completion of a MA in Political Science
Please check with your academic advisor for more information on how this Course fits your specific academic needs.
Objectives/activities
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Identify the major political, historical, social, economic, legal and cultural events that shaped London
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Examine the lasting impact of these events and ideas on London's people and development while moving around the city
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Experience the significance of London as cross-cultural modern world capital
Class sessions
Active class participation, including contribution to discussions and attendance, is expected in all phases of the Course. Students are responsible for completing pre-departure assignments including readings and discussion participation, attendance and active participation during on-site visits, guest lectures and activities, and post-return assignments. Questions about course content should be directed to Dr. Jennifer McNabb or Dr. Erin Taylor.
Contact Us

Kim McDaniel
Study Abroad Advisor
kd-mcdaniel@wiu.edu
Horrabin Room 8
309-298-2504
Dr. Leslie O'Ryan
Faculty leader
lw-o-ryan@wiu.edu
QC Complex Room 2415
309-762-1876
Dr. Holly Nikels
Faculty leader
hj-nikels@wiu.edu
QC Complex Room 2423
309-762-1876
Information Sessions
September 30, noon
October 14, 5 pm
November 4, 5pm
All information sessions will be held via Zoom.
Registration required: registration form
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