For more information contact:
Julie Wilhelm
Program Director
3102 Pearson Hall
Iowa State University
Ames, Iowa 50011
515.294.8186
jwilhelm@iastate.edu
Nancy Guthrie
Program Coordinator
3224 Memorial Union
Iowa State University
Ames, Iowa 50011
515.294.6792
nguthrie@iastate.edu
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Spend a semester abroad in
Caceres, Spain
2007-08
Where does the program take place?
Students will study at the Universidad de Extremadura, an institution located in a small city named Cáceres. With a population of some 75,000 you will experience the charm of life in a provincial city and enjoy the traditional night life that comes from a large and active student population.
Cáceres is located in the region of Extremadura, halfway between Madrid and Lisbon, and has much to offer in terms of historical and cultural attractions. The well-preserved historical center, with most buildings dating from the medieval and renaissance periods, led UNESCO in 1986 to declare it a “World Heritage Site.” Cáceres also is a candidate to be named the Cultural Capital of Europe for 2016!
Where will I study?
The Universdad de Extremadura (UEx) has two locations, one in the old quarter of Cáceres, and a new, American-style campus. Near both locations of the university there are numerous cafes and bars serving inexpensive meals where students go to eat tapas, sit and talk, or dance and listen to music.
Classes are taught by UEx faculty who are among the most well-known in Spain. The campus also boasts libraries, information technology centers, sports and fitness facilities, restaurants, student centers and other significant buildings.
For more information visit www.unex.es.
What will I study?
Courses will be offered based on student needs and in conjunction with major and minor requirements. The following is a general list of course offerings, each meeting the International Perspectives requirement.
Spanish Courses
SPAN 301 - Grammar & Composition
SPAN 303 - Spanish Conversation
SPAN 314 - Intro. to Reading Hispanic Texts
SPAN 321 - Civilization & Culture of Spain
SPAN 323 - Spain Today
SPAN 330 - Spanish Literature to 1700
SPAN 331 - Spanish Literature 1700 - Present
SPAN 352 - Introduction to Spanish Phonology
SPAN 395 - Study Abroad Credit
SPAN 401 - Advanced Grammar/Composition
SPAN 490 - Independent Study
SPAN 499 - Internship in Spanish
Where will I live?
Students will live with host families and enjoy full board: meals, laundry, cleaning, utilities and other amenities. Living with your host family will lead to greater fluency and cultural awareness, and can be one of the best ways to learn about how people interact in their everyday lives.
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Application Deadline
Spring: October 1, 2007
Fall: March 1, 2008
What's included?
The spring 2007 program fee was $5100 and includes:
12 credits (4 courses, transfer credit - 3 additional credits at a higher fee).
Housing with a family and full board
Universidad of Extremadura instruction, class space and program management
Emergency medical insurance
Pre-departure materials and orientation
Bus transportation from Madrid to Caceres upon arrival to the country
Welcome orientation and farewell dinner
Weekend tour of Granada and Cordoba
Day-long excursions (transportation, entrance fees, guides included) to Merida and Salamanca
Caceres city tour, including museum and historical site visits in famed old quarter
Books, course packs and other materials
Eligibility
To apply for the program, students must have an overall GPA of 2.5 or greater.
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