The Hansen Summer Institute on Leadership and International Cooperation is an exciting new International program established at San Diego State University. Funded by a generous grant from the Fred J. Hansen Foundation, the inaugural Hansen Summer Institute took place in San Diego, California from July 2-22, 2007 and provided a unique University-based leadership experience and program in international cooperation. For three weeks, ten young American men and women joined 20 students from a variety of developing countries and regions of social strife.

A primary goal of the program focuses on creating an international community of young scholars who will use their summer experience as a foundation for creating lasting friendships and acquiring common practical understanding of a more peaceful future. Program elements will involve classroom instruction as well as training in the latest techniques of conflict resolution, simulations, and active role-play. The program will complement classroom training with local excursions to San Diego historical attractions and cultural events. Hansen Summer Institute training will aim to provide participants with hands-on tools for resolving conflict that can be applied and re-directed to their own situations at home.

Applications for the 2009 program are no longer being accepted.

All participants of the program are provided with:

• Accomodation and meals for the duration of the program
• Local ground transportation
• Program materials

Non-US participants are provided with:

• International airfare to and from their home city
• Health insurance for the duration of the program

SDSU ISCOR majors are eligble for three (3) units of course credit. Students from other SDSU programs and Universities will need to check with their own advisors and departments regarding academic credit for their participation.

The program DOES NOT provide:

• The cost of an international passport
• Costs associated with the US visa application and interview at the US Embassy or Consulate
• The cost of a US visa
• Academic credit for participation in the program