Cambodia - English and Anthropology
Be transformed, and experience Cambodia in the heart of Southeast Asia
Be a part of a collaborative experience between Tompkins Cortland and the Center for Khmer Studies. Learn about the Khmer Rouge and its lasting effects on society, and what communities are currently doing to regain justice and agency. Explore bustling cities, ancient temples in the jungle, rural villages surrounded by rice fields, and outdoor markets offering traditional food. Interact with Cambodian students, artists, and monks. Hike through the beautiful countryside. A truly unique opportunity to be transformed through a dynamic cultural experience.
Courses
- English 134 Transformative Travel Writing
- Anthropology 270 Fieldwork in Cultural Anthropology
ANTH 270 satisfies the SUNY World History and Global Awareness and DEISJ Requirements (ILO #5)
Dates
- Class session: Fall semester late start/10 weeks
- Travel Dates: Late December/Early January (approximately two weeks)
Who Should Register
Open to all disciplines.
When to Register
Take the course in the fall and travel in January.
Language Requirements
None.
GPA Requirements
At the discretion of faculty trip leaders.
Travel Fee for Fall 2024
$4,300 - includes airfare, accommodation, in-country transportation, most meals, and entrance fees.
Fee Does not include passport fees, any vaccinations needed, personal spending money, tuition (included in fall course load), and any applicable baggage handling fees imposed by the airline or entry/exit fees.
What to expect in Cambodia
- Temperatures are consistently 80 degrees and above, and many activities take place in full sun
- Long, full days away from accommodations
- Mostly group activities, including meals
- Lots of walking, mostly city streets, and general city conditions
- Mosquitos and bugs in some areas
Faculty Leaders
Angela Palumbo - Associate Professor of ESL and English
Angela teaches Fieldwork in Anthropology (ANTH 270). She has traveled throughout the world, but Cambodia always has a special place in her heart!
Contact Angela by calling 607.844.8222, Ext. 4404, or by email at am1@tompkinscortland.edu.
John Troyer – Associate Professor of English
John teaches Transformative Travel Writing (ENGL 134). He is always excited to return to Cambodia and share the extraordinary experience with students.
Contact John by calling 607.844.8222, Ext. 4249 or by email at jrt010@tompkinscortland.edu.
Funding Your Study Abroad Program
Students may be eligible for scholarships through the Tompkins Cortland Foundation, SUNY, Benjamin A. Gilman, and other sources. Contact instructors or the study abroad coordinator (Global Office, room 246) for more information about scholarship opportunities.
What students Say About the Trip
“I’ve been to Cambodia twice, both times hosted by CKS. Both experiences were wonderful and have changed my life in many ways. Cambodia and its people have captured my heart!”
“I came for the temples. I stayed for the kids.”
“It’s a beautiful country with a rich culture, awesome religious monuments, and above all, incredibly wonderful people.”
“I can’t wait to go back.”
“A true taste of another culture.”
“I don’t think I’ll ever find the same sense of discovery and wonder that I found in Cambodia.”
“We are all so genuinely happy…I love it when you truly can feel your surroundings in your chest and everything, every sound, and every feeling is just so relaxed. I’m so content here.”
“By the end of everything, I felt amazing. I think we all did."
