Travel Seminar: Israel/Palestine

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Israel / Palestine is a "Holy Land" for Jews, Christians, and Muslims around the world, and it plays an important role in history and in contemporary global politics. From the ancient world to the present, this strip of land along the eastern Mediterranean has been home to a wide variety of people. This course and trip will introduce students to the history, religions, and cultures of Israel / Palestine. The travel portion will give significant attention also to communities and projects that focus on sustainability, peace, and coexistence. Students will meet in a seminar format weekly during the Spring semester in preparation for the trip to Israel / Palestine, and lectures and experiential learning opportunities will be embedded into the itinerary.