Travel Study Course Listing
Note: Students will be charged a Travel Study administrative fee of $25 per student, per course.
Summer 2024
[UMS05]
ANT 477 Field Research in Archaeology
Introduction to archaeological field techniques through excavation of an archaeological site. Intensive training in site survey, excavations techniques, recording, analysis and preliminary interpretation of archaeological materials. Generally conducted on prehistoric and historic sites in Maine. Admission by application only.
Course note: may be repeated 9 completions with a total of 54 credits
Section(s):Class Number: 62829
Credits: 3
Class Component: Field Experience
Section: 0870
Dates: 6/3/2024 - 6/28/2024
Status: Open
Instructor(s): Bonnie Dawn Newsom
Enrollment: 0 of 12 seats
Location: UM Off-site
Instruction Method: In-Person
More Information
This is a Travel Study course. Please note that travel study courses are subject to UMS travel policy, including requirements posted here, as well as applicable state and federal guidelines. Students should not enroll in the course unless they expect to meet all requirements. Additional fees will be incurred for travel related expenses. See instructor for more information and to register. Location: Machias, ME
Course Fee: $0
Tuition Cost: As Indicated Prerequisites:
Course Fee: $0
Tuition Cost: As Indicated Prerequisites:
| DAYS & TIMES | ROOM | DATES | INSTRUCTOR(S) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Arranged | 6/3/2024 - 6/28/2024 | Bonnie Dawn Newsom |
[UMS05]
CET 458 SL: Management of Construction
This is the capstone course for the Construction Engineering Technology (CET) program, providing the opportunity for students to apply and practice many aspects learned in previous courses, including development and professionally executed construction of community service projects. In addition, contemporary construction practices are discussed.
Lecture 2 Lab 2
Section(s):Class Number: 61376
Credits: 3
Class Component: Travel Course
Section: 0870
Dates: 7/8/2024 - 7/26/2024
Status: Open
Instructor(s): William P Manion
Enrollment: 7 of 10 seats
Location: Orono UM Campus
Instruction Method: In-Person
More Information
This is a Travel Study course. Please note that travel study courses are subject to UMS travel policy, including requirements posted here, as well as applicable state and federal guidelines. Students should not enroll in the course unless they expect to meet all requirements. Additional fees will be incurred for travel related expenses. See instructor for more information and to register. Location: Juneau, Alaska
Course Fee: $25
Tuition Cost: As Indicated Prerequisites: Prerequisites: CET 202, CET 224, CET 360 and CTE Major or permission
Course Fee: $25
Tuition Cost: As Indicated Prerequisites: Prerequisites: CET 202, CET 224, CET 360 and CTE Major or permission
| DAYS & TIMES | ROOM | DATES | INSTRUCTOR(S) |
|---|---|---|---|
| n/a | 7/8/2024 - 7/26/2024 | William P Manion |
[UMS05]
KPE 207 Wilderness First Aid
This course provides foundational knowledge and skills needed to deal with medical and traumatic emergencies in remote settings. Topics include patient assessment, musculoskeletal and soft tissue injuries, wound care and infection, environmental emergencies, spinal cord management and moving patients, anaphylaxis and other medical emergencies, and CPR/AED. Successful completion of this course carries a nationally-recognized Wilderness First Aid (WFA) certification, and meets the medical training requirements for being a Registered Maine Guide, Maine Camp Trip Leader, and Maine Educational Leader.
Section(s):Class Number: 61710
Credits: 1
Class Component: Travel Course
Section: 0870
Dates: 6/7/2024 - 6/8/2024
Status: Open
Instructor(s): Jon D Tierney
Enrollment: 3 of 17 seats
Location: UM Off-site
Instruction Method: In-Person
More Information
This is a Travel Study course. Please note that travel study courses are subject to UMS travel policy, including requirements posted here, as well as applicable state and federal guidelines. Students should not enroll in the course unless they expect to meet all requirements. Additional fees will be incurred for travel related expenses. See instructor for more information and to register. This class will involve an overnight stay at Byrant Pond 4-H Camp
Course Fee: $25
Tuition Cost: As Indicated Prerequisites:
Course Fee: $25
Tuition Cost: As Indicated Prerequisites:
| DAYS & TIMES | ROOM | DATES | INSTRUCTOR(S) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday 3:30 PM - 9:00 PM | Arranged | 6/7/2024 - 6/7/2024 | Jon D Tierney |
| Saturday 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM | Arranged | 6/8/2024 - 6/8/2024 | Jon D Tierney |
[UMS05]
KPE 450 Bringing the Classroom Outdoors
This course is for pre-service or in-service educators who wish to expand their skills in facilitating outdoor learning experiences for their students. After exploring the theories and research behind outdoor learning, we will shift our focus to practical, hands-on content for implementing outdoor learning. Emphasis will be placed on exploring and increasing skills in the following areas: use of experiential learning techniques in outdoor settings; risk and group management in outdoor settings; being comfortable in a variety of outdoor activities and environments; and creating effective and enriching outdoor learning experiences.
Course Note: This course meets the training requirements of the state of Maine's Educational Trip Leader Permit, which allows educators to bring students outdoors in settings that would normally require a Registered Maine Guide Recreation license. Note that this course does not fulfill the Wilderness First Aid portion of the requirements.
Section(s):Class Number: 61553
Credits: 3
Class Component: Travel Course
Section: 0870
Dates: 5/6/2024 - 6/14/2024
Status: Open
Instructor(s): Elizabeth Clarke, Sarah W Timm
Enrollment: 2 of 5 seats
Location: UM Off-site
Instruction Method: In-Person
More Information
This is a Travel Study course. Please note that travel study courses are subject to UMS travel policy, including requirements posted here, as well as applicable state and federal guidelines. Students should not enroll in the course unless they expect to meet all requirements. Additional fees will be incurred for travel related expenses. See instructor for more information and to register. In addition to the in-person weekly meetings, this course will have a full Friday afternoon - Sunday afternoon weekend (including overnights) at Bryant Pond 4-H Camp.
Course Fee: $25
Tuition Cost: As Indicated Prerequisites: Junior Standing or permission
Course Fee: $25
Tuition Cost: As Indicated Prerequisites: Junior Standing or permission
| DAYS & TIMES | ROOM | DATES | INSTRUCTOR(S) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM | Arranged | 5/6/2024 - 6/14/2024 | Elizabeth Clarke, Sarah W Timm |
Class Number: 61568
Credits: 3
Class Component: Travel Course
Section: 0870
Dates: 5/6/2024 - 6/14/2024
Status: Open
Instructor(s): Elizabeth Clarke, Sarah W Timm
Enrollment: 6 of 10 seats
Location: UM Off-site
Instruction Method: In-Person
More Information
This is a Travel Study course. Please note that travel study courses are subject to UMS travel policy, including requirements posted here, as well as applicable state and federal guidelines. Students should not enroll in the course unless they expect to meet all requirements. Additional fees will be incurred for travel related expenses. See instructor for more information and to register. In addition to the in-person weekly meetings, this course will have a full Friday afternoon - Sunday afternoon weekend (including overnights) at Bryant Pond 4-H Camp.
Course Fee: $25
Tuition Cost: As Indicated Prerequisites: Prerequisites: Graduate Standing
Course Fee: $25
Tuition Cost: As Indicated Prerequisites: Prerequisites: Graduate Standing
| DAYS & TIMES | ROOM | DATES | INSTRUCTOR(S) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM | Arranged | 5/6/2024 - 6/14/2024 | Elizabeth Clarke, Sarah W Timm |
[UMS05]
LDR 495 Washington D.C. Leadership Institute
An immersive travel course to Washington D.C. that examines hands-on, advanced leadership perspectives in times of unpredictable change. Offers intensive leadership seminars on location in the nation's capital with notable leaders in fields such as government, foreign affairs, the military, business, non-profit organizations, athletics, education, and the arts. Includes numerous site visits to compelling destinations. This course cannot be taken for credit after passing LDR 350 under the topic Washington D.C. Leadership Institute.
Section(s):Class Number: 61512
Credits: 3
Class Component: Travel Course
Section: 0870
Dates: 5/6/2024 - 5/31/2024
Status: Closed
Instructor(s): Richard J Powell
Enrollment: 4 of 0 seats
Location: UM Off-site
Instruction Method: In-Person
More Information
This is a Travel Study course. Please note that travel study courses are subject to UMS travel policy, including requirements posted here, as well as applicable state and federal guidelines. Students should not enroll in the course unless they expect to meet all requirements. Additional fees will be incurred for travel related expenses. See instructor for more information and to register. Location: Washington DC
Course Fee: $25
Tuition Cost: As Indicated Prerequisites: This course cannot be taken for credit after passing LDR 350 under the topic Washington D.C. Leadership Institute.
Course Fee: $25
Tuition Cost: As Indicated Prerequisites: This course cannot be taken for credit after passing LDR 350 under the topic Washington D.C. Leadership Institute.
| DAYS & TIMES | ROOM | DATES | INSTRUCTOR(S) |
|---|---|---|---|
| n/a | 5/6/2024 - 5/31/2024 | Richard J Powell |
[UMS05]
POS 349 Topics in Comparative Politics
Offers a detailed examination of a selected topic in comparative politics. May be repeated for credit.
Section(s):Drug Policy/Comparative/Prsptv
Class Number: 61459
Credits: 3
Class Component: Lecture
Section: 0870
Dates: 5/6/2024 - 5/24/2024
Status: Open
Instructor(s): Robert W Glover
Enrollment: 6 of 11 seats
Location: UM Off-site
Instruction Method: In-Person
More Information
This is a Travel Study course. Please note that travel study courses are subject to UMS travel policy, including requirements posted here, as well as applicable state and federal guidelines. Students should not enroll in the course unless they expect to meet all requirements. Additional fees will be incurred for travel related expenses. See instructor for more information and to register. Location: Portugal
Course Fee: $2,954
Tuition Cost: As Indicated Prerequisites: Prerequisite: POS 241
Course Fee: $2,954
Tuition Cost: As Indicated Prerequisites: Prerequisite: POS 241
| DAYS & TIMES | ROOM | DATES | INSTRUCTOR(S) |
|---|---|---|---|
| n/a | 5/6/2024 - 5/24/2024 | Robert W Glover |
[UMS05]
POS 359 Topics in American Government
Offers a detailed examination of a selected topic in American politics. May be repeated for credit.
Section(s):Washington DC Leadership Inst
Class Number: 61083
Credits: 3
Class Component: Travel Course
Section: 0870
Dates: 5/6/2024 - 5/31/2024
Status: Closed
Instructor(s): Richard J Powell
Enrollment: 10 of 0 seats
Location: UM Off-site
Instruction Method: In-Person
More Information
This is a Travel Study course. Please note that travel study courses are subject to UMS travel policy, including requirements posted here, as well as applicable state and federal guidelines. Students should not enroll in the course unless they expect to meet all requirements. Additional fees will be incurred for travel related expenses. See instructor for more information and to register. Location: Washington DC
Course Fee: $25
Tuition Cost: As Indicated Prerequisites: Prerequisite: POS 100
Course Fee: $25
Tuition Cost: As Indicated Prerequisites: Prerequisite: POS 100
| DAYS & TIMES | ROOM | DATES | INSTRUCTOR(S) |
|---|---|---|---|
| n/a | 5/6/2024 - 5/31/2024 | Richard J Powell |
[UMS05]
POS 498 Independent Study in Political Science
Provides students the opportunity to work closely with an individual member of the faculty, either as a research assistant or as the author of a major independent study paper. May be repeated for credit.
Section(s):Class Number: 61854
Credits: 1 - 3
Class Component: Independent Study
Section: 0870
Dates: 5/6/2024 - 5/24/2024
Status: Closed
Instructor(s): Robert W Glover
Enrollment: 2 of 0 seats
Location: UM Off-site
Instruction Method: In-Person
More Information
This is a Travel Study course. Please note that travel study courses are subject to UMS travel policy, including requirements posted here, as well as applicable state and federal guidelines. Students should not enroll in the course unless they expect to meet all requirements. Additional fees will be incurred for travel related expenses. See instructor for more information and to register. Location: Portugal
Course Fee: $2,954 Prerequisites:
Course Fee: $2,954 Prerequisites:
| DAYS & TIMES | ROOM | DATES | INSTRUCTOR(S) |
|---|---|---|---|
| n/a | 5/6/2024 - 5/24/2024 | Robert W Glover |
[UMS05]
PSY 230 Social Psychology
An introduction to the study of social behavior from a psychological perspective. Representative topics include culture and personality, attitude formation and change, conformity, leadership and prejudice.
Section(s):Class Number: 61364
Credits: 3
Class Component: Lecture
Section: 0870
Dates: 6/24/2024 - 8/2/2024
Status: Waitlisted
Instructor(s): Charles L Dufour
Enrollment: 14 of 0 seats
Location: Orono UM Campus
Instruction Method: In-Person
More Information
This is a Travel Study course. Please note that travel study courses are subject to UMS travel policy, including requirements posted here, as well as applicable state and federal guidelines. Students should not enroll in the course unless they expect to meet all requirements. Additional fees will be incurred for travel related expenses. See instructor for more information and to register. Location: Florence, Italy
Course Fee: $4,119
Tuition Cost: As Indicated Prerequisites: Prerequisite: PSY 100
Course Fee: $4,119
Tuition Cost: As Indicated Prerequisites: Prerequisite: PSY 100
| DAYS & TIMES | ROOM | DATES | INSTRUCTOR(S) |
|---|---|---|---|
| n/a | 6/24/2024 - 8/2/2024 | Charles L Dufour |
[UMS05]
SFR 207 Forest Field Skills and Management
Field course designed to provide professional, hands-on training for all forest resource students in field safety, field measurement techniques, wildlife monitoring, best management practices for harvest-roads and stream crossings, chainsaw operation, fire suppression training, lumber grading, and situational awareness around active forest equipment.
Students need to have completed First Aid and CPR training for loggers within the past 10 months.
Section(s):Class Number: 61499
Credits: 2
Class Component: Travel Course
Section: 0870
Dates: 5/5/2024 - 5/13/2024
Status: Open
Instructor(s): Shawn Ray Fraver
Enrollment: 16 of 26 seats
Location: UM Off-site
Instruction Method: In-Person
More Information
This is a Travel Study course. Please note that travel study courses are subject to UMS travel policy, including requirements posted here, as well as applicable state and federal guidelines. Students should not enroll in the course unless they expect to meet all requirements. Additional fees will be incurred for travel related expenses. See instructor for more information and to register. Location: Eddington, Maine
Course Fee: $1,245
Tuition Cost: As Indicated Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SFR 201 and SFR 205
Course Fee: $1,245
Tuition Cost: As Indicated Prerequisites: Prerequisites: SFR 201 and SFR 205
| DAYS & TIMES | ROOM | DATES | INSTRUCTOR(S) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturdaySunday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Arranged | 5/5/2024 - 5/13/2024 | Shawn Ray Fraver |
[UMS05]
SFR 301 Field Course in Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Principles and techniques used to manage recreation opportunities in natural resource settings. Field trips are organized to reveal a diversity of recreation sites and associated planning and management by private businesses and public agencies to provide quality recreation experiences while also preserving environmental resource conditions.
Section(s):Class Number: 61498
Credits: 1
Class Component: Travel Course
Section: 0870
Dates: 5/6/2024 - 5/10/2024
Status: Open
Instructor(s): John Joseph Daigle
Enrollment: 10 of 12 seats
Location: Winter Harbor
Instruction Method: In-Person
More Information
This is a Travel Study course. Please note that travel study courses are subject to UMS travel policy, including requirements posted here, as well as applicable state and federal guidelines. Students should not enroll in the course unless they expect to meet all requirements. Additional fees will be incurred for travel related expenses. See instructor for more information and to register. Location: Schoodic Institute/Acadia National Park
Course Fee: $947
Tuition Cost: As Indicated Prerequisites: Prerequisite: Sophomore Standing
Course Fee: $947
Tuition Cost: As Indicated Prerequisites: Prerequisite: Sophomore Standing
| DAYS & TIMES | ROOM | DATES | INSTRUCTOR(S) |
|---|---|---|---|
| n/a | 5/6/2024 - 5/10/2024 | John Joseph Daigle |
[UMS05]
SMS 450 Field Experience in Marine Sciences
An approved field, research or work experience that contributes to the academic major and for which academic credit is given. The program of study is agreed upon by the student and the faculty advisor and may include independent research or work experience in the public or private sector. May also be taken as a field or laboratory supplement to an SMS lecture course and as such is required for certain courses offered as part of the Semester-by-the-Sea program. A written report or reports are required. Course will include field trips during class hours.
Section(s):Class Number: 62901
Credits: 3
Class Component: Travel Course
Section: 0870
Dates: 6/3/2024 - 8/16/2024
Status: Closed
Instructor(s): Walter Joseph Golet
Enrollment: 0 of 0 seats
Location: UM Off-site
Instruction Method: In-Person
More Information
This is a Travel Study course. Please note that travel study courses are subject to UMS travel policy, including requirements posted here, as well as applicable state and federal guidelines. Students should not enroll in the course unless they expect to meet all requirements. Additional fees will be incurred for travel related expenses. See instructor for more information and to register. Location: Harpswell, ME
Course Fee: TBD
Tuition Cost: As Indicated
Some weekends may be required Prerequisites:
Course Fee: TBD
Tuition Cost: As Indicated
Some weekends may be required Prerequisites:
| DAYS & TIMES | ROOM | DATES | INSTRUCTOR(S) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Arranged | 6/3/2024 - 8/16/2024 | Walter Joseph Golet |
[UMS05]
SOC 340 Intermediate Topics in Sociology
An intermediate-level study of topics such as "Sociology of Emotions," "Sociology of Science and Technology," and "Modern Sociological Theory." May be repeated for credit if the topics differ.
Section(s):Drug Policy/Comparative/Prsptv
Class Number: 61160
Credits: 3
Class Component: Lecture
Section: 0870
Dates: 5/6/2024 - 5/24/2024
Status: Open
Instructor(s): Karyn Sporer
Enrollment: 8 of 11 seats
Location: UM Off-site
Instruction Method: In-Person
More Information
This is a Travel Study course. Please note that travel study courses are subject to UMS travel policy, including requirements posted here, as well as applicable state and federal guidelines. Students should not enroll in the course unless they expect to meet all requirements. Additional fees will be incurred for travel related expenses. See instructor for more information and to register. Location: Portugal
Course Fee: $2,954
Tuition Cost: As Indicated Prerequisites: Prerequisite: 6 hours of sociology courses or permission
Course Fee: $2,954
Tuition Cost: As Indicated Prerequisites: Prerequisite: 6 hours of sociology courses or permission
| DAYS & TIMES | ROOM | DATES | INSTRUCTOR(S) |
|---|---|---|---|
| n/a | 5/6/2024 - 5/24/2024 | Karyn Sporer |
[UMS05]
SPI 697 Independent Study
Provides an opportunity for well qualified students to pursue a selected topic in great depth under the supervision of an individual faculty member. The topic is to be determined in consultation with the faculty instructor.
Section(s):Drug Policy/Comparative/Prsptv
Class Number: 61850
Credits: 1 - 3
Class Component: Independent Study
Section: 0870
Dates: 5/6/2024 - 5/24/2024
Status: Closed
Instructor(s): Robert W Glover
Enrollment: 3 of 3 seats
Location: Orono UM Campus
Instruction Method: In-Person
More Information
This is a Travel Study course. Please note that travel study courses are subject to UMS travel policy, including requirements posted here, as well as applicable state and federal guidelines. Students should not enroll in the course unless they expect to meet all requirements. Additional fees will be incurred for travel related expenses. See instructor for more information and to register. Location: Portugal
Course Fee: $2,954 Prerequisites:
Course Fee: $2,954 Prerequisites:
| DAYS & TIMES | ROOM | DATES | INSTRUCTOR(S) |
|---|---|---|---|
| n/a | 5/6/2024 - 5/24/2024 | Robert W Glover |
[UMS05]
WLE 250 Wildlife Field Survey
Two week field course stressing the use and application of wildlife research and management techniques, collection and analysis of biological data and the recognition of wildlife species and their habitats.
Section(s):Class Number: 61377
Credits: 3
Class Component: Travel Course
Section: 0870
Dates: 5/6/2024 - 5/17/2024
Status: Closed
Instructor(s): Lindsay C Seward
Enrollment: 11 of 0 seats
Location: UM Off-site
Instruction Method: In-Person
More Information
This is a Travel Study course. Please note that travel study courses are subject to UMS travel policy, including requirements posted here, as well as applicable state and federal guidelines. Students should not enroll in the course unless they expect to meet all requirements. Additional fees will be incurred for travel related expenses. See instructor for more information and to register. Tuition Cost: As Indicated
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: WLE 100 and a C- or better in WLE 200, WLE 201, and WLE 220.Wildlife Ecology major.
| DAYS & TIMES | ROOM | DATES | INSTRUCTOR(S) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturdaySunday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Arranged | 5/6/2024 - 5/17/2024 | Lindsay C Seward |
2024 travel courses include:
Spring
- CHF 404: Human Sexuality in Europe: London, Amsterdam, Stockholm
- ERS 410: Sea-to-Sky Experience in Alaska
- KPE 280: Paddling Instructions and Safety
- NUR 419: Introduction to Global Health in Tanzania
Summer
- CET 458: Management of Construction Capstone
- ERS 499: Immersive College Course in Alaska Wilderness
- KPE 207: Wilderness First Aid
- KPE 450/550: Bringing the Classroom Outdoors
- LDR 495/POS 359: Washington D.C. Leadership Institute: Leadership in Chaotic Times
- POS 349/SOC 340: Drug Policy in Comparative Perspective: Lisbon, Portugal
- PSY 230: Social Psychology in Florence Italy
- SFR 207: Forest Field Skills and Management
- SFR 301: Field Course in Parks, Recreation and Tourism
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