Call for Proposals

We are specifically looking to provide support for the development of courses that:

1. Are centered on a question or issue that invites a focused exploration of regional or cross-regional materials (e.g. the rise of populism, the behavior of great powers in their periphery, the role of religion in politics, the impacts of migration, the consequences of environmental change, etc.)
2. Bring regional or global perspectives to technical fields or issues
3. Are geared toward frosh and sophomores

We also welcome proposed courses that find creative ways of actively engaging students in the learning process using alternative modes of engagement (i.e., hands-on research opportunities, student-engaged learning, etc.) New courses could be designed for a faculty member’s own department (with the potential for cross-listing).

If you would like to apply for a new course, please complete this application form. 

Faculty are invited to consider including a study abroad component to the development of a new course.  This is best requested for courses offered during the winter quarter (overseas component taking place during spring break), as well as spring quarter (overseas component immediately following the end of quarter).

If you would like to apply for a new course with a study abroad component, please complete this application form AND submit a program proposal directly to the Bing Overseas Studies Program (BOSP) before the deadline of February 15, 2024. Upon receipt, BOSP will share the application with SGS for their review.

Please note: Students must have completed 3 quarters at Stanford before participating in a BOSP study abroad program. If you would like first year students to participate, best to plan for spring course/summer travel.