Students will enroll in the following:

• Veritas course: Cross-Cultural Leadership required when minimum enrollment is met
  • (45 contact hours/3 semester credits; taught by Veritas professor)
• International Missions/Service-Learning Practicum required 
  • (1-3 semester credits; facilitated by Veritas Mission Mentor)
• Other courses from the UIMP to maintain 195 minimum contact hours.

Veritas Course

Participation in Veritas courses is required in order to enhance the Veritas experience.

Cross-Cultural Leadership (3 credits)

This course examines the impact of culture on concepts of leadership, values, expectations, and patterns of communication to demonstrate the importance of leading with cultural sensitivity and to assist students in developing their own strategies for effectively communicating and negotiating with individuals from varied cultures. Studies are also devoted to the development and current conditions of minority/majority relations through the study of socio-political and economic causes; consequences of prejudice and discrimination; stereotypes and realities. (Download syllabus here)

*This course only runs if the minimum enrollment is met.  Check with your program manager to confirm.

International Missions/Service Learning Practicum (1-3 credits Pass/Fail)

The practicum will enrich the program and mission experience through reflection assignments, research, and journaling. Participation is required in order to enhance the mission experience. Students will receive one credit upon completing the assignments and service participation. Students may elect to submit a log of hours for up to two additional credits.  (Download the course Syllabus)

Course options at the ISA Study Center with Universidad Internacional Menéndez Pelayo-Sevilla