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Are you a student with a passion for art, culture, and storytelling? Join us for an immersive study abroad experience in Japan, where you’ll attend a traditional Japanese pottery festival and create your own video documentary! This unique course offers the chance to explore Japan’s rich history of ceramic artistry, learning from master potters and experiencing the vibrant atmosphere of a renowned pottery festival. Alongside hands-on workshops, you’ll document your journey, capturing the artistry and cultural significance of Japanese pottery. Earn academic credit while enhancing your filmmaking skills and gaining a deeper appreciation for Japanese craftsmanship. Don’t miss this opportunity to combine art, culture, and media in one unforgettable experience!
At a Glance
| Courses | ART 3314: Special Topics in Japanese Ceramics MCOM 3120: Special Topics in Film – Global Filmmaking *ART 3314 would be an appropriate substitute for ART 1100 in the student's graduation requirements. |
| Faculty | Prof. Chris Kelly (ckelly@piedmont.edu) Prof. Melissa Jackson (mjackson@piedmont.edu) |
| Dates | June 9-20, 2025 |
| Course category | ART 3314 is a major elective and can be substituted for ART 1100 as a GenEd course. MCOM 3120 is a major elective. |
| Class eligibility | Completed at least one semester at a university 18 years old or older |
| Language pre-requisite | None |
| Course pre-requisite | None |
| Cost | $5,880 |
| Included in cost | Tuition for 6 hours of credit Flights Accommodations Excursions 1-2 meals/day |
| Accommodations | Double rooms anticipated |
| Activity level | Moderate, anticipate a lot of walking |
| Program capacity | 20 students |
| Deadlines | 12/31: Initial interest form 12/31: Deposit due ($500) 3/31: Remaining fee due ($5,380) |
Course Descriptions
ART 3314: Special Topics in Japanese Ceramics (Prof. Kelly)
In-depth discussion of special topics in studio art and art history with special attention to areas of the instructor's expertise. Course can be repeated with each variation of topic.
Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the following outcome-based learning skills:
1. Increased awareness of key artists working within the scope of the course (3.2).
2. Knowledge of art practice trends within the scope of the course (3.1, 3.2).
3. Awareness of theory and philosophy influential to artists working during this era (3.1, 3.2).
4. Be better equipped to discuss works of art in an academic context (3.1, 3.2).
5. Show development in writing about art (3.1, 3.2).
MCOM 3120: Special Topics in Film – Global Filmmaking (Prof. Jackson)
This course will focus on specific topic in film production reflecting industry trends, new technologies, and/or student interests.
Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the following outcome-based learning skills:
– Understand the topic discussed and its relation to film production.
– Recognize how the topic can be applied in practice.
– Be aware of current industry trends and how to adapt.
Itinerary
We anticipate that travel will include time in the following locations:
– TBD
Next Steps
- AUGUST
- Talk to your Piedmont Advisors about your circumstances
- Your Academic Advisor can make sure you are taking classes that keep you on track to graduate.
- Career Services will give you advice about how to make the most of your experience. Travel study is a great way to build employable skills and begin to fill up your resume. Having a plan before you leave is the best way to get the most out of the experience.
- Financial Aid can verify whether your financial aid package can be applied to the faculty-led courses.
- Apply for a passport
- At times it can take 6-8 months for your passport application to be processed, so apply early.
- If you already have a passport, check to make sure that it does not expire within 6 months of your RETURN date. You may not be allowed into the host country by immigration officials if it expires in less than 6 months.
- Talk to your Piedmont Advisors about your circumstances
- OCTOBER
- Complete an initial interest form
- The sooner you let us know your interest, the better. Deadline for initial interest form is December 31st. Completing this form does not obligate you to participate.
- Complete an initial interest form
- DECEMBER
- Pay deposit ($500)
- Deadline for the deposit is December 31st. This deposit is non-refundable, unless the trip is cancelled or there are extenuating circumstances preventing a student from participating.
- Pay deposit ($500)
- FEBRUARY
- Pay remaining travel study fee
- Deadline for fee is March 1st. The fee is non-refundable, unless the trip is cancelled or there are extenuating circumstances preventing a student from participating.
- Attend required orientation seminar (dates TBA)
- An orientation seminar for all students traveling abroad will be offered during February. The seminar will cover logistical concerns (university paperwork, passports, travel health insurance, etc.), safety while traveling and will prepare you to get the most out of your travel study experience.
- Pay remaining travel study fee