The Dafna and Gerry Cramer Student Exchange Program to Syracuse University, NY


Reichman University and Maxwell School of Citizenship at Syracuse University NY


Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs at Syracuse University has developed a joint study and research program in America's political history, culture, conflicts, institutions, and practices. The academic cooperation between the schools includes a student exchange programs in which about 14 students from Reichman University travel to Syracuse during the break for a mini-semester, between September 2nd – September 19th, 2024.

 

Academic Recognition

  • For 2nd year Government students (relevant also for RRIS): 2 credits for an elective course in government.
  • For 3rd year Law and Government students (combined Degree only): 2 credits for an elective course in government (depending on the "Hativot")
  • For 2nd year Sustainability and Government students: 2 credits for an elective course in government.

 

Tasks
A 10-page paper to be submitted to the Maxwell School according to topics to be given upon arrival in Syracuse.

 

Application
• In order to apply, you must fill in the Application form precisely.
• The forms must be submitted to the following e-mail address - revital.katz@runi.ac.il
• Last day for applying- March 30th, 2024, no forms will be accepted after this date.

Students currently serving in reserve duty who are interested in applying for the program but are unable to do so, should let us know as soon as possible.


Requirements

  1. GPA: 80 and above
  2. Completion of all academic requirement from their first year of studies
  3. For students in the Hebrew track: Exemption from English language "Ptor"
  4. Students may apply to Argov and other Honors programs, but may participate only in one of them. Students cannot apply for the Syracuse Fellowship program if they have applied for the student exchange program or any other program that may overlap with the Syracuse Fellowship)
  5. Only suitable candidates will be invited for personal interviews. The candidacy of students who have been accepted to the Argov Program will automatically be voided unless otherwise notified.
  6. At the end of this process, up to 14 students will participate.

Costs

  • Flight tickets and student visa (J1) on the student accounts.
  • Per Diem - Students will receive a day pass for the days of the program, $35 per day in Syracuse and DC, $40 in Manhattan. This will begin upon arrival at Syracuse, students will be financially self-sufficient until they arrive at Syracuse.
  • Lodging and transportation will be handled by the Lauder School of Diplomacy and Government Strategy, for the duration of the program.

 

 


Good Luck!

Revital Katz
The Cramer Program Coordinator
Lauder School of Government Diplomacy and Strategy