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Applications, Health Report and Release Form, Faculty Recommendation Form and deposits
are due in October or November for most summer programs,
and in April for winter programs.
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March 6-14, 2010

COMM 395: Communication and Culture of Costa Rica

Program led by:

Dr. Deborah McWee, Assistant Director, Cormier Honors College
Dr. Robert Frank, Director of International Affairs

Contact Information:

Dr. Deborah McWee
Dr. Robert Frank

Summer 2010
(Applications & Deposits due in November 2009)

GEN-ED Summer Abroad
in Spain and Greece

 

May 14-June 12, 2010

4 Gen Ed Goals in 4 weeks!

SPAN 201, HIST 100, THEA 101
and waiver of Goal 9

4 weeks in Valencia, Spain, with a 4-day trek to Athens and Delphi, Greece!

Details, Dates, Costs:
http://www.longwood.edu/studyabroad/gened.htm

Information:
Dr. Lily Anne Goetz
Dr. Eugene Muto
Dr. William Holliday

Study History In China!

June 12 to June 27, 2010

HIST 495: Contemporary Culture and Historical Issues of China

Anhui University of Technology

More Information:
Dr. Phillip Cantrell

Satisfies Goal 10 & BA degree humanities requirement
Waives Goal 9

May 14- June 25, 2010

Spend 6 weeks at Anhui University of Technology, with Chinese student "buddies"; learn how to effectively communicate in a global setting. Visits to great sites such as The Great Wall, Forbidden City, Yellow Mountain, Shanghai

Course info sheet

Information: Dr. Robert E. Frank

May 14-June 9, 2010

3 weeks with a teacher in Valencia, Spain, helping with all the duties your teacher carries out each day.  All classes and communications at the school are in English. The program includes weekend visits to nearby sites of interest.

Practicum in Spain website

Information: Dr. Lily Anne Goetz

May 2010 in Normandy, France

Contact:  Dr. David Coles or Dr. Steven Isaac

Fulfill your language requirement while immersing yourself in the culture of Spain!
Bullfights! Beach!
Cultural excursions and visits to historic and cultural sites in and near Valencia are included in the program. Also: beach; museums; July Fair; “Battle of Christians and Moors;” the beach; bullfights; “Battle of the Flowers;” Flamenco dancing; the beach; opportunities for weekend trips to Barcelona, Mallorca, Madrid, and other exciting places; concerts in the park; castles; the beach; soccer; tapas; and the beach!

Where? Valencia, a beautiful coastal city with a rich history, friendly people and exciting events, festivals and fun.
Classes:  SPAN 101-102 or 201-202, and other courses in language, history, culture, literature, art, music, and more. You may take 3, 6, or 9 credits in each session. Outstanding instructors; personal attention.
Dates: 1st session: May -June         2nd session: July -Aug
Accommodations: Homestays and three meals per day with friendly Spanish families
Cost: $4,150 per session includes tuition for up to 9 credits (Va. Residents), room and board with Spanish family, activities and tours as specified in brochure, medical insurance. Does not include transportation.
Scholarships: $500 scholarships are available through the Office of International Affairs. Other scholarships may be applicable to this program also; see Office of Financial Aid and check on-line.

Information and applications: Office of International Affairs, Ruffner 146, (434) 395-2172