The 2012 International Field Study in

Spain

JuNe 30 - July 29, 2012

Salamanca

The great university city of Salamanca is Spain's finest showcase of Renaissance and Plateresque architecture. Founded as an Iberian settlement in pre-Roman times, the city fell to Hannibal in 217BC. Preeminent among its artists and master craftsmen of later years were the Churriguerra brothers. Their work may be seen in many of Salamanca's golden stone buildings, notably in the Plaza Mayor. Other major sights are the two cathedrals and the 13th-century university, one of Europe's oldest and most distinguished.

Segovia

Segovia's aqueduct is of the greatest surviving monuments in Roman engineering. This aqueduct stretches from the walls of the old town to the edges of the Sierra de Guadarrama.

Galicia

An area with a splendid prehistoric, Roman, and Visigoth past, the autonomous community of Galicia in Northwest Spain offers unique history and landmarks around every corner. Galicia bosts dense forests, mountains, cliffs, rivers, and expansive coastlines. In Galicia, one can experience the history of the past few thousand years from prehistoric burial sites and petroglyphs to modern cultural revolution, literature, and art. A diverse landscape, Galicia offers great beauty, great food, and great learning experiences for all.

General Information

Undergraduate and graduate students may take a maximum of six credits to be selected from the following courses in Spanish language, culture, and civilization:

SPA 100 and 106: Meet B.S. requirement. Continue with SPA 101.

SPA 101 and 106: Meet B.S. requirement. Continue with SPA 200.

SPA 200 and 206: Meet B.A. requirement. Continue with SPA 210.

SPA 210 and 206: Meet B.A. requirement. Continue with SPA 300-level course.

SPA 300: Spanish Composition

SPA 301: Spanish Conversation

SPA 310: Spanish Civilization

SPA 398: Special Topics in Spanish

SPA 400: Spanish Literature I

SPA 405: Spanish Grammar Analysis

SPA 490: Modern Novel in Spain

SPA 498: Special Topics in Spanish

SPA 533: Early Encounters: Culture and Literature of the Colonization of Latin America

SPA 560: Literature and Culture of Al Andalus

WLL 600: Independent Study (graduate students)

Requirements

One semester of college-level Spanish or equivalent and 2.5 grade point average are required. Students must also complete the subsequent risk managment paperwork before travelling abroad.

Critics in-Residence

Teresa González, Colegio de España
Blanca Marcos, Colegio de España
Ricardo Navas, Universidad de Massachusetts
Guada Cabedo-Timmons, Western Illinois University
Maria Claudia González, Colegio de España
Maria del Castañar García Aliseda, Universidad de Salamanca
Abraham Haim, Consejo de la Comunidad Sefardí de Jerusalem

The critics in residence will provide pertinent lectures or discussion sessions to enrich and augment the program. Grades will be based on examinations, classroom performance, the Language Practicum (language practice in small groups with native tutors three times a week), and participation in all program activities.

Accommodations

Students may choose to stay in a residence hall or live with a family (double occupancy). Single rooms are available upon request for an additional $150 payable in Spain. Three meals per day will be provided by your host family or the dining hall. Dietary preferences and restrictions should be explained in detail to trip Director at the time of registration.

Program Fees: $4520.00

Fees include room and board (three meals), airfare, guided instructional excursions (with two meals: breakfast and dinner), 3 credits tuition at the Colegio de Espana, Language Practicum, and entrance to all cultural activities sponsored by the program including a 1-day trip to Segovia and a 3-day trip to Galicia.

A non-refundable deposit of $500 made out to 'SCSU-Program in Spain' is due upon submitting an application. This guarantees your participation in the program and reserves your room. A second payment of $2180 is due on March 1, 2012. The remainder of the balance ($2180) is due no later than May 1, 2012.

Southern's tuition and the summer registation fee are not included in the program fees. Each student must register for 3 credits at SCSU. The other 3 credits from the Colegio de España will be transferred upon completion of the program. The program fee does not include personal expenses, touring, books, laundry, snacks, medical and living expenses, or any additional expenses that alter itinerary or arrangements. Students are encouraged to consult with the Financial Aid Office to determine eligibility.

Program fees are based upon historical program costs and current rates of exchange. Extreme fluctuation in exchange rates or boarding costs in Italy may result in additional fees being charged. The University reserves the right to change the itinerary of proposed trips if needed to control the cost of the overall trip. In the event that additional fees exceed the current costs by more than 20%, the student may choose to drop the course and receive a refund of all funds recoverable by the university. Fees will be frozen on May 1, 2012 and after May 1 there will be no refunds. The program does not accept responsibility for personal property, which must be insured separately if desired, and reserves the right to make changes required by circumstances. In the event of an off-campus course cancellation, students will be refunded all the fees recovered from the program providers (airlines, hotels, etc.). The SCSU IE office will aggressively negotiate for refunds. The university reserves the right to cancel this program in the event that student safety abroad is in question.

Cancellation insurance is strongly advised. In the event of a cancellation, tuition refunds will be given in accordance with the policy of the university. Copies of the cancellation policy, required releases, and medical statement may be obtained from the SPAR office.

This program accepts no responsibility for personal property, which must be insured separately if so desired; in particular, students are urged not to bring valuables with them. The program reserves the right to make changes required by circumstances.

For additional information and Applications
Contact:
Director
Dr. Carlos Arboleda,
Southern Connecticut State
University
Foreign Languages, EN D163B
501 Crescent Street
New Haven, CT 06515
Phone: 203-392-6754
Fax: 203-392-6135

Email: arboledac1@southernct.edu

Final acceptance into the program will be given by the program director, Professor Carlos Arboleda.