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Center for International Programs

STUDY ABROAD! STUDY ABROAD!

Earn college credit while traveling overseas this summer! We offer two types of international experiences: language and culture programs and special topics programs. Both provide exciting travel and educational opportunities in the country of your choice. Put some ADVENTURE in your EDUCATION and STUDY ABROAD!

Language and Culture
Learn the language and culture of another country. Visit important historical sites. Mingle with the residents. Our language and cultural programs offer an outstanding immersion experience. Some programs do not require any foreign language proficiency and most allow students to register for six credits. These programs are also recommended for language teachers seeking a second certification.

Locations and Approximate Dates
Paris, France: July 1 - July 29
Urbino, Italy: July 25 - August 25
Oviedo, Spain: July 1 - July 28
Guayaquil, Ecuador: May 22 - June 30 or June 24 - July 31
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil: June 29 - August 9

Special Topics
We also sponsor a variety of unique and exciting special topic programs which are taught in English! Opportunities for excursions and cultural activities are provided.

On -site Studies in Art History: July 1 - July 29. "Plein-air in Paris and Provence" - This course studies plein-air practice in the context of the Impressionist and Post-Impressionist movements in late 19th Century France. The course incorporates visits to the Musee d'Orsay, the Marmottan, Auvers, Giverny and Arles. The social, historical and economic contexts for the creation of works by Monet, Renoir, Pissarro, Cezanne and van Gogh will be explored. 3-6 undergraduate or graduate level credits.

Australian Eco Tour: June 26 - July 21 (approx.) Learn about the ecosystem of northern and central Australia. Ideal for students interested in environmental education. Seventeen day excursion with field studies and on-site lectures. Highlights include visits to national parks, aboriginal artwork sites and wildlife refuges. 6 undergraduate credits.

International Social Welfare: June 9 - 21 (approx.) Experience Europe in a most unique way. Combine the beauty of a European city with an intensive program of study in social work and direct care, and gain a new perspective while building skills. This program is designed for students involved in human services fields. Participants will combine classroom activities with visits to agencies providing services for a variety of people in need. Please see website for program location: www.newpaltz.edu/studyabroad/prog_summer.html. 3 undergraduate credits.

Dance in Prague, Czech Republic: July 23 August 15
A unique opportunity for students to work with dancer and choreographer Lynn Barr in an intensive workshop in modern dance. The program offers daily technique classes, development of performance skills and will culminate with an on-location performance. 3 undergraduate credits.

Know Europe, Business Program in Brussels, Amsterdam & Haarlem, Caen & Le Havre, Paris, Barcelona: June 9 July 7 This four-week program will give students the opportunity of developing a truly global perspective of European business issues. The program focuses on both Northern and Southern European business techniques. Students will explore concepts related to the global business world. 3 undergraduate or graduate credits.

Irish Studies: Limerick, Ireland June 6 - June 27 (approx.) Students choose between five courses: Irish Life and Literature (Literature, Irish Folklore and Folklife). Ireland Getaway to Europe (Irish, European, and international politics and government). Between Boston & Berlin (social anthropology, social policy and cultural studies) and Visual Culture in Ireland 1400-1950 (history, art history, art and film studies); Communication and Culture: International Technical Writing (writing, media,journalism and graphic/visual design).3 undergraduate credits.

Summer Studies at Kingston University, London June 27- July 28 (approx.) Study British culture, art, business, film, communications, literature, history,criminal justice and theatre in the city where it all happens. 6 undergraduate credits

Full Curriculum

Summer Studies at Middlesex University, London  June 29 - August 9 This program offers direct enrollment in the Summer School of Middlesex University. Students choose from a wide selection of courses. Cultural/Social program is included. Internships available. 6 undergraduate credits.

For more programs and information, visit www.newpaltz.edu/studyabroad or contact the Center for International Programs, (845) 257-3125. E-mail: studyabroad@newpaltz.edu. IM: NPStudyabroad Facebook: New Paltz Study Abroad Stype:new_paltz_studyabroad