Traveling off-campus opens doors to life-changing, transformative experiences. As you immerse yourself in another culture, you’ll develop adaptability, cross-cultural understanding, and a deeper sense of calling. Whether you’re serving, researching, or studying alongside local communities, we hope that by getting outside your comfort zone, you will learn experientially what it is to be a part of a global community and the coming Kingdom of God.
Explore the world and gain class credit with an Asbury faculty member. Opportunities span the Globe from the Galápagos Islands, to London, to Antalya, and beyond
May 11-22, 2027 | Ben Brammell, Ph.D.
This course will introduce you to the ecology, physiology, and behavior of organisms in the unique environments of the Galápagos Islands. Students also discuss the history of the Galápagos, how the islands have changed the world, and how humans have impacted the islands. Stops include San Cristobal, Santa Cruz, and Isabela islands, and activities include hiking, snorkeling, kayaking, biking, and visiting museums.
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July 9-20, 2027 | Jonathan Rutledge, Ph.D.
Join other Asbury students and faculty at the United Kingdom’s top two universities—Oxford and Cambridge—as they explore the architecture and conceptual landscape that gave rise to one of the greatest Christian scholars of the 20th century: C.S. Lewis. We will explore the Bodleian Libraries, Christ Church College—which provided the Great Hall set for the Harry Potter franchise of movies—punting down the River Cam to find the best view of the college greens, and even a brief stayover in London for a show at the Globe with plenty of free time for exploration.
May 4-15, 2027 | Jim Shores, Ph.D. and Carol Anderson
This course is a deep dive into the theatre, visual art, architecture, and history of London and England as a whole. How does England tell its stories? How do local artists and artisans tell their stories? We will study Devised Theatre techniques with Complicité Theatre Company, do a service learning day with a local church, and have a day of contemplative Christian practice at a historic site of worship. Additionally, our group will visit art museums, royal palaces, historical sites, museums, and historic gardens with the goal of better understanding the cultural role of storytelling within British and international communities.
March 19-29, 2027 (Spring Break) | Kevin Anderson, Ph.D. and Eric Laudenslage
By walking in the footsteps of Paul and other early Christians, students will encounter firsthand how the early church interacted with ancient Mediterranean culture. Seeing the influence of paganism, the power of the imperial cult, the display of ancient wealth, and the routines of daily life will give students a library of vivid memories that will continue to inform their understanding of the New Testament for years to come. Stops will include Istanbul, modern Izmir (Smyrna), Miletus, Ephesus, and more.
May 16-22, 2027 (dates are tentative) | Dr. Dan Lewis
Business as Mission (BAM) is broadly defined as a for-profit commercial business venture that is Christian-led, intentionally devoted to being used as an instrument of God’s Mission (missio dei) to the world. In this course we will take a comprehensive study of the theory and practice of BAM both locally and globally. The field experience on site will focus on two business as mission entities – one as an established bakery/convenience store that was created as a community hub to connect with people in the area and become aware of needs and the other a start up company to accomplish a dual purpose: repair and rebuild affordable housing in the area destroyed or damaged by hurricane Maria and to establish an income stream for Lync8 ministries. Students will have a hands-on upfront experience and a behind the scenes and in the ledger books view as well. The Lock N Block experience will also include building a prototype home.
May 2027 (exact dates TBD) | Kristopher Dietrich, M.F.A.
Experience different aspects of the Production Design experience while visiting Pinewood Studios, one of the premier film studios on the planet. By attending a local workshop, you will gain exposure to a major motion picture lot, learn about the different departments and aspects of a movie, and experience the history of movie-making. Then, after a week of workshops, we will get to explore the historic and vibrant city of London.
Summer 2027 (exact dates TBD) | Dr. Tolulope Bewaji
Every student participant will be placed in a local business in Kingston, Jamaica, where they will complete two full 40-hour work weeks in a department of their choice (accounting, business management, administration, etc.). Participants should come ready to shadow, ask questions, and willing to do any small projects as assigned by their supervisors. Weekends will be reserved for tourism with a visits to local beaches as a relaxing way to recover from the work week.
A posture for global learning can also lead you to a non-credit-bearing opportunity like Immersion trips, which intentionally facilitate conversations about values and cultural artifacts, and Service Learning Trips, in which you can come alongside local leadership to serve a community.
May 3-10, 2027 | Dr. Henry Zonio
This experience is designed to explore the social movement of the Civil Rights Movement in the U.S. in the 1960s. This exploration serves as a springboard from which students will be challenged to consider the long-reaching effects of social systems, how those social systems can be changed or impacted, and how the Christian faith informs the dignity of each person and culture. The off-campus element allows students to apply what they’ve been learning intellectually on campus in real communities. In Selma, in particular, students come alongside the Vavals (Asbury alumni) as they seek to serve, work in, and be shaped by a community that tangibly feels the effects of both racism and the Civil Rights Movement in everyday life.
Academics
Eligible to count toward the Cross-Cultural Engagement Requirement for undergraduates (CCE 150 EX)
May 6-14, 2027 | Beth Groves
This trip is designed as a cross-cultural immersion that fulfills the CCE 150 EX requirement. Visiting Hiroshima, Japan provides many immersive opportunities to engage with the local culture, including a tea ceremony, day trips to historic sites (e.g. the Peace Museum and Hiroshima Castle), interviews with locals, and conversations about Shintoism and Buddhism.
March or May 2027 (exact dates TBD) | Dr. Connie Lamb
Serve alongside an Asbury alum in the medical field during this week-long immersion. Our team will be hosted by a local church and medical team, who we will come alongside as they promote community health and see patients in local clinics. This program is open to all students, regardless of major or background, but students considering working in the health professions might find it particularly helpful as they prepare for the future.
May 25-June 22, 2027 | Dr. Allison Brown, Professor Yanhong Zheng
Engage Chinese culture and language through immersion camps in different areas of China (Xi’an, Zhangjiakou, and Beijing). You’ll see the Terracotta Warriors, experience local cuisine, visit the Forbidden City and Great Wall, and more.
June 23-July 5, 2027 | Beth Groves
Partner with a local Christian organization to develop and codify a library of discipleship and faith-related books for the community. Plus, visit major tourist sites, and spend a night each at a Finnish church camp and a Bible school in Tallinn, Estonia.
March 19-29, 2027 (Spring Break) | Dr. Barbara Hamilton
Visit sites vital to church history in Paris and Normandy, then serve on a drama, music, or communications team to put on an Easter service with a local church in Saint-Lô.
Studying abroad was the best way for me to be challenged as a person and a Christian. Leaving the comforts of my home country to go to a place I had never been before challenged me to not just immerse myself into the culture, but also to trust God that he would be with me through something I have never done before. I would encourage students to step outside of their comfort zone and do something that will help them grow as people and their trust in the Lord."
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