May 12-21, 2022

Copenhagen, Denmark

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"Life itself is the most wonderful fairytale."

Hans Christian Anderson

...and Copenhagen is the city of fairytales.

Consistently ranked as the happiest country globally, this study abroad will explore the role of governments, the education system, and criminal justice in creating a population of high trust, strong social capital, and happy individuals. Participants will be instructed in social capital at the University of Copenhagen, the Happiness Institute, and cap it all off by creating their own happiness at LEGO headquarters.

Dates: May 12-21, 2022

Contact: Roger Carter rogercarter@suu.edu

Itinerary 2205ESUUCriminology.pdf

Final Itinerary

This is the final itinerary for our trip. Please download this and share it with family at home, so they know where you are at in case of emergency and to ease any anxiety.

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Denmark

Soulful Travel

Many years ago, my daughter and I took a pilgrimage to Spain to hike the famous Camino de Santiago. In preparation for, and during that trip, I practiced the art of soulful travel.

As you prepare for your Denmark experience, we hope that you will prepare to be more than just a tourist, but be able to open your heart and mind, and become a Dane for a few days.

Here are some thoughts about creating a soulful experience:

Create a 7-word mantra of what you want to experience while In Denmark.
Familiar yourself with Denmark's history, music, art, poetry, writing, and architecture.
Journal and sketch your feelings and experiences. (Bring a reflection journal)
Photographic pilgrimage-Daily you will need to photograph the seemingly subtle example(s) of happiness or trust evident in the people or culture.
Be willing to be uncomfortable and lean in with the people, food, and culture.
Remember this, the soul of a pilgrim includes:
- Hearing the call & responding
- Packing lightly
- Crossing the threshold
- Making the way by walking
- Being uncomfortable
- Beginning again
- Embracing the unknown
- Coming home

Second Orientation meeting 4/14/22

First Orientation meeting 3/16/22

Emergency Action Plan (3/22)

Denmark Emergency Protocols (1).pdf

Important information (2/10)

Go ahead and begin booking flights with arrival in Denmark no later than 5/13 and departure day 5/21. Provide your flight information to us at this location.
Full program fees (remaining) need to be paid by 3/15
Mandatory Zoom meeting
- March 16, 7:00 pm. https://suu-edu.zoom.us/j/7756554252.
- April 13, 7:00 pm. https://suu-edu.zoom.us/j/7756554252
Complete the travel documents located here

**Please note Covid-19 requirements will be strictly enforced per the requirements of Denmark. These requirements may change, so please stay up-to-date at this location CDC Denmark Covid-19 requirements. Other Covid sites, IATA, Arcgis.

Covid Update Information (3/22)

Please continue to stay familiar with the most recent COVID guidelines for Denmark. Although the country is still at a Level 4, the immunization/testing procedures are pretty straightforward. Please visit CDC Denmark Covid-19 requirements site (located above) often.

COVID Update Information (1/22)

Information from our program directors in Europe. "First of all, we would like to remind you of the importance of a booster shot (third or even fourth vaccination), respectively making sure that the last dose of the Covid-19 vaccination is within the given timeframe of your destination (which could differ from 3-6 months).

Speaking from our current experience with groups travelling in Europe, the booster shot is of utmost importance, not only to have the highest vaccine

protection, but also in order to be exempt from testing on a regular basis for specific on-site activities."

Itinerary (Update 3/30/22)

Day 1

Depart for Copenhagen

Thursday, May 12

Day 2

Arrive at Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (CPH)
Transportation from the airport to your hotel on your own and at your own expense
8 nights in twin rooms with private bathrooms incl. breakfast at the 3-star Comfort Hotel Vesterbro in Copenhagen
Public transportation pass for the duration of your entire stay in Copenhagen
Orientation session by your on-site coordinator at the hotel
Welcome dinner at a restaurant in Copenhagen to kick off the program

Friday, May 13

Day 3

Breakfast at the hotel
Public transportation during the day
1-hour informal class meeting for reflection and discussion at e.g. the hotel lobby or a park nearby
Canal tour (grand tour, duration 1 hour) around Nyhavn, during which you will see famous sights such as Amalienborg Palace, the impressive Black Diamond Library, the Little Mermaid, and much more
Free afternoon in Copenhagen for your own explorations. If the weather is nice, consider exploring the Tivoli Gardens, a collection of amusement rides, flower gardens, and more and one of Copenhagen’s most visited sights.

Saturday, May 14

Day 4

Breakfast at the hotel
Public transportation during the day
Guided walking tour of Christiania, also known as “Freetown Christiania”, a self-proclaimed autonomous neighborhood of about 850 residents that covers 34 hectares (84 acres) and is located in the borough of Christianshavn in Copenhagen
Guided tour of Rosenborg Castle, the 400-year-old castle that was built by Christian IV, whose colorful personality left a strong mark on Danish history. During the tour, travel back in time and get a sense of both everyday life and the festive aspects of royal life in the course of 400 years.

Sunday, May 15

Day 5

Breakfast at the hotel
Public transportation during the day
Visit to the City of Copenhagen Government to find out more about why Danes are considered to be among the world’s happiest people and to learn about unique Danish concepts, such as tuition-free access to highquality education, no-fee public healthcare, low levels of crime and corruption, and Danish hygge
Visit to Zealand Institute of Business and Technology (1-4 pm)
1-hour informal class meeting for reflection and discussion at e.g. the hotel lobby or a park nearby
Free evening to explore Copenhagen further on your own. Consider visiting the National Museum of Denmark, which exhibits objects from the Stone Age, the Viking Age, the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, and Modern Danish History. Alternatively, discover the delicacies of Torvehallerne, an upscale covered market.

Monday, May 16

Day 6

Breakfast at the hotel
Transportation by private bus during the day
During the bus ride, 1-hour informal class meeting for reflection and discussion • Visit the International School of Billund, which is often referred to as LEGO School as it is funded by the LEGO Foundation. Opened in 2013, the school is close to 400 students today, all spread across Kindergarten, Primary, and Middle School. One of ISB’s primary goals is to demonstrate the power of playful learning.
Visit to the LEGO Headquarters, best known for the manufacture of LEGO brand toys. The LEGO Group has also built several amusement parks around the world and operates numerous retail stores (to be confirmed; should a visit to the HQ not be possible, a guided tour of the LEGO House will be arranged).

Tuesday, May 17

Day 7

Breakfast at the hotel
Public transportation during the day
1-hour informal class meeting for reflection and discussion at e.g. the hotel lobby or a park nearby
U.S. Embassy visit (10-12 pm)
Visit to the Happiness Research Institute, an independent think tank that explores why some societies are happier than others. Its mission is to inform decision-makers about the causes and effects of human happiness, make subjective well-being part of the public policy debate, and improve overall quality of life for citizens across the world.
Admission to the Happiness Museum, a small museum about the big things in life that was created by the Happiness Research Institute. Learn about why Denmark is often called the happiest country on earth, what hygge has got to do with it, and how something as subjective as happiness can be measured at all.

Wednesday, May 18

Day 8

Breakfast at the hotel
Public transportation during the day
1-hour informal class meeting for reflection and discussion at e.g. the hotel lobby or a park nearby
Visit to a police station in Copenhagen to learn more about law enforcement in Denmark. Law enforcement services are provided by the national police (Politiet), which, led by a National Commissioner, is part of the Danish Ministry of Justice (to be confirmed).
Guided tour of the Danish Police Museum, led by a retired officer, to dive into the exciting and eventful history of the Danish police. Visitors get a unique insight into a number of criminal cases as well as an impression of how the Danish police have handled different types of crime and detection methods.

Thursday, May 19

Day 9

Breakfast at the hotel
Public transportation during the day
Visit to the Department of Sociology at the University of Copenhagen for a guest lecture on institutional trust and social capital development (exact topic to be discussed in conjunction with the faculty leaders)
Visit Absalom University (1-4 pm)
1-hour informal class meeting for reflection and discussion at e.g. the hotel lobby or a park nearby
Free evening in Copenhagen to conclude the program and to prepare for your travels back to the US
Farewell dinner at a restaurant in Copenhagen to wrap up the program

Friday, May 20

Day 10

Breakfast at the hotel
Transportation on your own and at your own expense from the hotel to the airport
Departure from Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (CPH) to the USA (airfare not included)

Saturday, May 21

Total Cost = $3,030

Includes:

Visits, guest lectures and meetings are representative and will be subject to the companies’ availability and guest speakers’ schedules and might be replaced with equally valuable substitutions in case a cancellation by a company/institution or guest speaker occurs.
Admission/entrance tickets and group reservations are arranged for cultural visits (unless otherwise noted), including those visits where audio-guides or guided tours are described in the itinerary
Local guides will be arranged to provide guided tours conducted in English as listed in the itinerary • Guides at museums and sites will be arranged to provide tours exclusively for your group as listed in the itinerary (unless otherwise noted) • Private guided tours cover sites and/or specific topics (depending on availability) as listed in the itinerary to complement your course • Audio-guides (available in English) will be arranged at museums and sites as listed in the itinerary
Arrival day orientation by on-site coordinator including health and safety information • On-site coordinator to accompany your group during all planned visits and excursions while in Denmark
Accomodations - Comfort Hotel Vesterbro
Meals - Day 2 dinner (welcome). Day 9 dinner (farewell)
Private coach bus will be chartered exclusively for your group where stated in the itinerary

Public transportation passes will be arranged for your stay in Copenhagen (City Pass Small)

Travel insurance

Does not include:

Airfare
Meals (other than day 2 and day 9 dinners)
Sundry expenses

The Denmark Study Abroad can provide up to six semester hours of credit in the following courses:

PADM 6600 Leadership in the Public Sector
PADM 6750 Special Topics - Happiness
PADM 6830 Readings & Conferences - Social Capital
PADM 6950 Professional Project
PADM 6990 Capstone

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