"All free men, wherever they may live, are citizens of Berlin. And therefore, as a free man, I take pride in the words 'Ich bin ein Berliner!'"

John Fitzgerald Kennedy, 1917-1963

In stark contrast to Amsterdam, the second and final week of European Geography will be taught in Berlin, Germany. Few European cities have experienced such turbulence in their histories. Under Dr. Alberts' insightful guidance, you will discover how this European capital has coped with its continually changing physical and political landscape.

For the following two weeks, Dr. Monika Deegen will undertake that unique era that produced a divided Germany, culminaing in the division of the city of Berlin itself by the infamous Wall. This interdisciplinary course explores the relevant topic of Modern Germany: From Division to Reunification and focuses on the aftermath of WW II, the Cold War and the rise and fall of the Wall and the ultimate reunification of both Germany and the city of Berlin.