Faculty-Led Travel Study
Explore the World, Guided by Experts
Piedmont faculty offer courses that include domestic and international travel each year. Stay on your graduation plan and take courses with your favorite professors. These courses fulfill the requirements for your Major or for General Education. As you explore the world, you will make connections to your field of study and learn in a whole new way.
Deadlines
| Deadline | To-do | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| October 31 | Application + $50 Initial Deposit | Faculty Sponsor |
| December 31 | Full Deposit ($450) | Student Accounts |
| December | Apply for passport | US Department of State |
| February | Travel Orientation | Dr. Warnock |
| March 1 | Pay Remaining Balance | Student Accounts |
Greece
Travel to Greece for a once-in-a-lifetime experience blending art and public health! Explore the ancient streets of Athens, Delphi, Thessaloniki and Crete with your sketchpad in hand. Visit a former leper colony in Crete, where patients were forced to isolate after being disowned by their families and communities. Spend time in ancient Greek sites – the Acropolis, the archeological ruins of Delphi, the Vlatodon Monastery, Olympic Museum, and Heraklion. Whether you're a science major, artist, or just curious about the world, this faculty-led program offers hands-on learning, fieldwork, and creative expression in one of the most beautiful and historically rich countries in the world.
Courses:
– ART 1100: Introduction to Art or ART 3314: Special Topics in Art (Prof. Drema Montgomery) *GenEd Fine Arts Credit
– NASC 4800: Human Behavior and Public Health (Dr. Julia Schmitz)
Faculty:
– Prof. Drema Montgomery (dmontgomery@piedmont.edu)
– Dr. Julia Schmitz (jschmitz@piedmont.edu)
Travel dates: May 12-26, 2026
Poland
Dive deep into Poland’s powerful past and vibrant natural landscapes with our unique study abroad program that blends literature and environmental science. Students will visit Warsaw and Krakow, and read memoirs of those who lived through the Warsaw Uprising, the Warsaw Ghetto, and Nazi concentration camps—voices of resilience that come to life during visits to the Warsaw Ghetto Museum, Pawiak Prison, and the haunting grounds of Treblinka and Auschwitz. Students will also learn about Poland’s most breathtaking ecosystems, from the primeval Białowieża Forest to the alpine beauty of Tatra National Park. Through on-site exploration of sustainability challenges and conservation efforts, students will gain insight into the region’s ecological future. This interdisciplinary program offers a profound, place-based education that bridges memory, literature, and environmental science.
Courses:
– ENGL 2202: Renaissance to Modern Literature (Dr. Matthew Teutsch) *GenEd Literature Credit
– ENVS 2070: Environmental Science (Dr. Areatha Ketch) *GenEd Ethics Credit
Faculty:
– Dr. Matthew Teutsch (mteutsch@piedmont.edu)
– Dr. Areatha Ketch (aketch@piedmont.edu)
Travel dates: May 12-25, 2026
Ireland
Discover the beauty and business potential of rural Ireland in this hands-on study abroad program that blends real-world experience with academic insight. Based in vibrant Dublin and the scenic village of Killala, students will conduct a unique Marketing Research and Cost Accounting project focused on evaluating the feasibility of transforming a historic famine cottage in Ballinlena into a sustainable bed and breakfast. Through site visits, local interviews, and cultural immersion, students will gain practical skills in budgeting, sustainability planning, and community-based tourism development—while exploring Ireland’s rich history and breathtaking landscapes. This immersive experience offers a rare opportunity to apply classroom knowledge to a meaningful project rooted in heritage, innovation, and rural revitalization.
Courses:
– ACCT 4990: Special Topics – Cost Accounting (Prof. Savannah Brookshire) *Requires prior completion of ACCT 2020.
– BUSA 4990: Special Topics – Marketing Research (Dr. Susanna Warnock)
Faculty:
– Prof. Savannah Brookshire (sbrookshire@piedmont.edu)
– Dr. Susanna Warnock (swarnock@piedmont.edu)
Travel dates: June 19-30, 2026
France
Explore the stunning French Riviera while gaining valuable career insights and discovering the surprising economic power of insects. This interdisciplinary study abroad course blends cultural immersion with professional development, guiding students through personalized career planning sessions, networking opportunities, and skill-building workshops. Amid the vibrant cities and coastal beauty of Southern France, students will also delve into entomology, exploring how bugs impact global industries such as agriculture, food, and sustainability. Through excursions, expert talks, and hands-on experiences, students will connect environmental awareness with career goals, gaining a global perspective that enhances both their academic and professional journeys.
Courses:
– PDMT 2200: Global Learning Experience – Career Planning (Dr. Lisa Mann)
– NASC 3800/4800: Field Studies or Special Topics in Natural Science (Dr. Rebecca Godwin)
Faculty:
– Dr. Lisa Mann (lmann@piedmont.edu)
– Dr. Rebecca Godwin (rgodwin@piedmont.edu)
Travel dates: May 9-18, 2026