Overview of Study Abroad

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ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> Arrival in Paris</div> <div> <IMG SRC="497ae870.jpg" border=0 width="174" height="135" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> Hotel in Paris</div> <div> <IMG SRC="49992f00.jpg" border=0 width="146" height="240" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Montmartre, Paris</div> <bR> <div> <IMG SRC="49bab870.jpg" border=0 width="171" height="135" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> St-Eustache and sculptured head l'Ecoute, by Henri de Miller,  Paris</div> <div> <IMG SRC="49dabf00.jpg" border=0 width="171" height="240" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Eiffel Tower, Paris</div> <div> <IMG SRC="49faaf00.jpg" border=0 width="170" height="240" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Building, Paris</div> <div> <IMG SRC="4a1a3870.jpg" border=0 width="163" height="135" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Top of Cathedral of Notre Dame, Paris</div> <div> <IMG SRC="4a3ae870.jpg" border=0 width="174" height="135" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Musee D'Orsay, Paris</div> <bR> <div> <IMG SRC="4a5af870.jpg" border=0 width="175" height="135" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> The French Riviera</div> <div> <IMG SRC="4a7ac870.jpg" border=0 width="172" height="135" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> The French Riviera</div> <div> <IMG SRC="4a9ab870.jpg" border=0 width="171" height="135" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Principality of Monaco</div> <div> <IMG SRC="4abaa870.jpg" border=0 width="170" height="135" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Palace, Principality of Monaco</div> <div> <IMG SRC="4ada9870.jpg" border=0 width="169" height="135" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> City, Monaco</div> <div> <IMG SRC="4afa2870.jpg" border=0 width="162" height="135" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Yachts-Monaco</div> <div> <IMG SRC="4b1af870.jpg" border=0 width="175" height="135" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Burial Church of Princess Grace, Monaco</div> <div> <IMG SRC="4b3b3870.jpg" border=0 width="179" height="135" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> St. Peter's Basilica, The Vatican,  Rome, Italy</div> <bR> <div> <IMG SRC="4b5a7f00.jpg" border=0 width="167" height="240" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> The Pope's Altar, Interior-St. Peter's Basilica, The Vatican</div> <div> <IMG SRC="4b7abf00.jpg" border=0 width="171" height="240" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Exterior, Sistine Chapel, The Vatican</div> <div> <IMG SRC="4b9ad870.jpg" border=0 width="173" height="135" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Basilica, St. Francis of Assisi</div> <div> <IMG SRC="4bbaf870.jpg" border=0 width="175" height="135" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Pompeii-Forum</div> <div> <IMG SRC="4bda4870.jpg" border=0 width="164" height="135" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Isle of Capri</div> <div> <IMG SRC="4bfa6870.jpg" border=0 width="166" height="135" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Isle of Capri</div> <div> <IMG SRC="4c1ac870.jpg" border=0 width="172" height="135" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Sorrento, Italy</div> <div> <IMG SRC="4c3ad870.jpg" border=0 width="173" height="135" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> View of Florence, Italy and the PonteVecchio</div> <div> <IMG SRC="4c6ae870.jpg" border=0 width="174" height="135" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> From the top of Anacapri, Italy</div> <div> <IMG SRC="4c8aa870.jpg" border=0 width="170" height="135" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Naples, Italy</div> <div> <IMG SRC="4caabf00.jpg" border=0 width="171" height="240" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Leaning Tower of Pisa</div> <div> <IMG SRC="4e1af870.jpg" border=0 width="175" height="135" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Basilica & Tower, Pisa</div> <div> <IMG SRC="4ccaaf00.jpg" border=0 width="170" height="240" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Baptistry, Pisa</div> <div> <IMG SRC="4cea8870.jpg" border=0 width="168" height="135" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Trevi Fountain, Rome, Italy</div> <div> <IMG SRC="4d0a9870.jpg" border=0 width="169" height="135" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Gondola Ride in Venice</div> <div> <IMG SRC="4d3ad870.jpg" border=0 width="173" height="135" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Venice</div> <div> <IMG SRC="4d5ab870.jpg" border=0 width="171" height="135" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Rialto Bridge, Venice</div> <div> <IMG SRC="4d7ac870.jpg" border=0 width="172" height="135" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Venice Street</div> <div> <IMG SRC="4d9aa870.jpg" border=0 width="170" height="135" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Abbey of Montecassino</div> <div> <IMG SRC="4dcac870.jpg" border=0 width="172" height="135" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Bargello, Florence, Italy</div> <div> <IMG SRC="4dea9870.jpg" border=0 width="169" height="135" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Colosseum, Rome</div> <div> <IMG SRC="4e3ad870.jpg" border=0 width="173" height="135" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Lake Maggiore, Italy</div> <div> <IMG SRC="4e5ae870.jpg" border=0 width="174" height="135" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Lake Maggiore, Italy</div> <div> <IMG SRC="4e7a8f00.jpg" border=0 width="168" height="240" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Mime, Rome</div> <div> <IMG SRC="4e9ad870.jpg" border=0 width="173" height="135" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Palazzo Pubblico in the Piazza del Campo, Siena, Italy</div> <div> <IMG SRC="4ebab870.jpg" border=0 width="171" height="135" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Swiss Alps from Milan, Italy</div> <div> <IMG SRC="4edac870.jpg" border=0 width="172" height="135" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Basilica San Marco, Venice</div> <div> <IMG SRC="4efae870.jpg" border=0 width="174" height="135" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> From Venice via water taxi to Murano, Italy</div> <bR> <div> <IMG SRC="4f1ac870.jpg" border=0 width="172" height="135" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> From the Spanish Steps, Rome</div> <bR> <div> <B>Photos are watermarked and should not be copied without permission.</B></div> </td> <td valign="top" height=340 BGCOLOR="#CCFF66" TEXT="#080000"> <div> <B>OVERVIEW OF STUDY ABROAD</B></div> <bR> <div> <B>Why Study Abroad?</B></div> <bR> <div> Study abroad can change your perspectives and world by enlarging your options and vision. It is a great opportunity for personal growth. You can learn by living the experience.  You encounter new cultures and languages first hand. You will significantly increase your knowledge of world history.  Instead of reading and looking at pictures about world-famous places, works of art, culture, and more, you actually get an opportunity to experience these directly.  Studying abroad is a significant opportunity for experiential learning.</div> <bR> <div> According to the Institute of International Education, more than 160,000 college students studied abroad last year.  The number of US and Canadian students studying abroad has increased by 60% within the last 5 years.</div> <bR> <div> A global perspective and cross-cultural competence are crucial for success in today's world.  Study abroad will enrich your life and allow you to gain new insights about the world.</div> <bR> <bR> <div> <B>Benefits and Impacts</B></div> <bR> <div> Here are some additional benefits and impacts from study abroad:</div> <bR> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f0cc006600.gif" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">It is the experience of a lifetime.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f0cc006600.gif" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">You can help create global awareness by studying abroad.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f0cc006600.gif" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">It broadens your perspective on the US society, self, and world.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f0cc006600.gif" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">It will give you new insight as to how the world looks.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f0cc006600.gif" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Studying abroad offers unique learning opportunities.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f0cc006600.gif" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Provides preparation for active engagement in the international community.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f0cc006600.gif" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Learn similarities and differences between cultures.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f0cc006600.gif" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Gain a better understanding about similarities and differences.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f0cc006600.gif" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Increase cultural awareness and gain firsthand knowledge of other society's and cultures.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f0cc006600.gif" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Meet new people.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f0cc006600.gif" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Learn a new language.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f0cc006600.gif" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Travel the world.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f0cc006600.gif" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Learn about yourself.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f0cc006600.gif" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Strengthen your social skills.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f0cc006600.gif" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Preparation to live, work and compete in the global economy.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f0cc006600.gif" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Promotes tolerance and reduces conflict.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f0cc006600.gif" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">You will multiply your career options and build your resume.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f0cc006600.gif" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Many businesses and organizations are looking for people with international experience.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f0cc006600.gif" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">You will gain a competitive edge that future employers will recognize in a society which is becoming increasingly international in scope.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f0cc006600.gif" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Experience amazing personal growth, especially in the areas of independence and self-confidence.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f0cc006600.gif" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Develop a global resume.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f0cc006600.gif" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Explore the role you can play in the global community.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f0cc006600.gif" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Enjoy new and different activities that are native to the host country.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f0cc006600.gif" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Sharpen interpersonal and communications skills through interacting with people from different backgrounds than your own.</div> <bR> <bR> <div> <B>Study Abroad Requirements</B></div> <bR> <div> All tour members will designate some aspect of Country's culture or behavior they want to study.  Study questions also may be related to your particular area of study.  Interesting topics have been related to art, history, fashion, youth population, mannerism, social issues, architecture, symbolism and more.</div> <bR> <div> Study tour members are studying on-line and visiting links about the places to be visited.  We will also have one or several half-day meetings in  late April to early May. During the study tour participants will keep a journal and take photos for a photographic journal on </div> <div> our studies and experiences. At dinner, we will spend some time discussing the events of the day.</div> <bR> <div> Students who are studying particular aspects of culture and behavior will be responsible for developing a report on their specific content area(s). We will then compile our tour findings with pictures, essays and descriptions for publication on the course Web site for public education and viewing.  Tour participants will receive an EF backpack and  journal for the trip. Students will be asked to write up their summary descriptions on the trip back home for submission before departing the airport in the U.S.</div> <bR> <bR> </td> </tr></table></body>