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"Gender, Race, and Class: Social Identities in Modern London" showed students how multiple social identities (e.g., gender, race, class) create unique experiences and perspectives for individuals.

On "Religion and Society In Modern India" students encountered three contemporary Indian religious communities: Hindus, Muslims, and Sikhs.

"Luther and the Reformation" had three emphases: the 16th century birth of the Lutheran Reformation, German Lutherans and the Nazi Holocaust, and the east-west divide symbolized by the Berlin Wall.

"Life and Politics: Surviving Socialism and the US Embargo in Cuba" was an integrative learning experience where students were exposed to several disciplinary perspectives from both U.S. and Cuban scholars and experienced the Cuban situation for themselves by exploring eight provinces over 15 nights on the island.

On "Representations of Germany's Past" students studied the ways that stories about Germany's past are told by the objects, places, and people they encountered during 18 days in the German cities of Berlin, Dresden, and Munich.

"Paris: A Capital Experience" lead students to Paris for two weeks, where they studied Parisian life while touring the city.

Students on this tour got to learn and practice the art of sports journalism in Europe as they got to report on the world's most popular game.

Students on this tour visited battlefields, monuments, museums, and cemeteries of World War II in Western Europe.

"Interplay of Economics, Politics, and Culture in Hong Kong" focused on international finance, economics, and business law in Hong Kong.

Students on the "Economics and Business in Southern Africa" study tour had the opportunity to meet with famous economists, businessmen, writers, and artists in the countries of South Africa, Botswana, and Namibia.

"The Biology and Geography of Nicaragua" provided a unique opportunity for students to experience clinical work or work on water projects. Both aspects provided students first-hand knowledge of the rural volcanic island of Ometepe, Nicaragua.

"Tropical Ecology of Costa Rica" took students to different sites in Costa Rica to hike, explore, and research the countrys incredibly rich natural resources.

"Biodiversity, Brains and Behavior" gave students the opportunity to study the ecology of tropical America while learning about the evolution of nervous systems and behavior.

The Midwest Collegiate Volleyball League (MCVL) has selected Carthage's Marc Hansen as MCVL Defensive Player of the Week. Hansen, a junior libero for Carthage, averaged 3.29 digs per set in two games and captured a team-high 11 digs in the Red Men's 3-1 win over Quincy. Hansen also collected 12 digs in Carthage's loss at Lindenwood. Hansen is a native of Oak Lawn, Ill. and is majoring in Mathematics.

The goal of the Intensive is to celebrate and recognize outstanding musical theatre students. Selected performers are offered the chance to work hands-on with Musical Theatre professionals and participate in a cabaret performance to be held at the end of the week of the festival.

The Kennedy Center's American College Theater Festival bestows Certificates of Merit upon students for truly exceptional elements in a production.

The Kennedy Center's American College Theater Festival bestows Certificates of Merit upon students for truly exceptional elements in a production.

The Kennedy Center's American College Theater Festival bestows Certificates of Merit upon students for truly exceptional elements in a production.

The Kennedy Center's American College Theater Festival bestows Certificates of Merit upon students for truly exceptional elements in a production.

The College Conference Of Illinois and Wisconsin announced Tuesday morning that Carthage College's Esmeralda Perez has been named the CCIW Women's Swimmer of the Week.

The College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin announced that Carthage College's Aaron San Juan has been named the CCIW Diver of the Week following his performance this past weekend. He scored a personal lifetime best of 390.92, which established a new school record for a 1-meter, 11 dive meet.

A total of 972 students have been named to the Carthage College Dean's List for the Fall 2015 semester.

Performs in Carthage's A.F. Siebert Chapel Choir for the 2015-2016 school year.

Performs in Carthage's Lincoln Chamber Singers for the 2015-2016 school year.

Performs in Carthage's Women's Ensemble for the 2015-2016 school year.

Performs in the Carthage Choir for the 2015-2016 school year.

Yearly, Carthage College invites the community to celebrate the joy of the holiday season at the annual Carthage Christmas Festival, three performances of readings and music in the A. F. Siebert Chapel. These annual concerts are the College's Christmas gift to the community. Tickets to the Christmas Festival have been free since the festival began more than 20 years ago.

Up to eight Modern Language Scholarships are awarded to students majoring in Chinese (two scholarships), French (two scholarships), German (two scholarships), or Japanese (two scholarships).

Carthage annually offers renewable scholarships to high school seniors who have been accepted at Carthage, demonstrate ability in science and math, and show commitment to the values embodied by a liberal arts education. These scholarships incorporate all Carthage assistance.

The Carthage Business Scholarships comprise one full-tuition scholarship and two $27,000 per year scholarships incorporating all Carthage assistance.