Augustana College

Community Internships in Latin America (CILA)
Fall Semester



The following information is intended to assist students and advisors in the distribution and approval of credits for participation in HECUA programs. Contact HECUA Admissions with any questions (651/646-8832, 800/554-1089, [email protected]).

Total Credits
Each semester program provides 16 credit hours. Courses and credits appear on the transcript as Augustana credits and are included in GPA.

Core of Liberal Studies Credits
Programs may fulfill the following requirements:
CILA: Intercultural Studies
Contact the HECUA Campus Representative for further information.

Major Credits
Students from all majors are encouraged to participate in the Latin America programs. Majors that have participated and may have received major credit include:
CILA: International Relations o Spanish o Psychology

Discuss with your faculty advisor specific credit distribution in relation to your degree program and credits you need for the major, core of liberal studies and/or electives.

Contacts on Campus
Campus Representative:
Bill Swart, Sociology Dept.
605/274-5329, [email protected]
Can answer questions about the program and credit distribution
Can refer you to alumni of the program
Signature required on application

Study Abroad/Off-Campus Study:
Donn Grinager, Study Abroad
605/274-4498, [email protected]
Must see all students considering an off-campus study program
Will advise on application and registration process
Signature required on application

Campus Deadlines
Students planning to study off campus fall semester must contact the Augustana Study Abroad Office by March 15 to apply for permission to enroll in CILA.

HECUA Deadline
Applications for CILA are due in the HECUA office by March 15. Early application is encouraged as the program may fill before the deadline. Applications are reviewed as they are received. Late applications are considered on a space available basis.

March 2004