Summer in Argentina
(Host: Able Spanish) 
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| Country: |
Argentina |
| City: |
Cordoba |
| Department(s): |
Foreign Languages and Study Abroad |
| Leaders : |
Dr. Vanesa Landrus is the program leader. Able Spanish provides instruction and host families. |
| Subjects: |
Spanish |
| Terms/Dates: |
Summer - June 1 to July 1, 2010
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| Credits: |
6 |
| Budget: |
Cost Breakdown
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| Eligibility and Prerequisites: |
Good Academic Standing
Good Judicial Standing
FLS 1102 or above
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| Notes: |
This program is subject to a minimum student enrollment of 10. While not faculty-led, there is a program leader. |
| Application Deadlines: |
Feb. 2nd, 2010 at 4:30 PM
(FIRM DEADLINE)
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| Application Materials: |
Special Program Application Please speak with Dr. Vanesa Landrus beforehand to see if you qualify.
Host Application Form
Also, please complete the Health History before you go to Health Services for your Travel Consultation (as indicated in your EIU Application checklist)
Study Abroad Health History
Basics (step by step from application to realization) |
Academic Program |
See Dr. Vanesa Landrus for more information (vmlandrus@eiu.edu or 581-3890)
This program is organized and sporsored by Able Spanish, Independiencia 233 - Centro, Córdoba, Argentina, Tel: +54-351-423-3300
Watch a promotional video put together by Able Spanish.
Download a brochure put together by Able Spanish.
Airfare will be arranged by students. The estimated cost of airfare is $1,200. All students need to arrive at the Córdoba International Airport (COR-Ingeniero Aeronautico Ambrosio L.V. Taravella Intl.) where they will be picked up on June 1 and depart on July 1. For an itinerary with multiple stops flights, it is recommended to have a minimum of 2 to 3 hours wait between connections.
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| Activities/Itinerary |
Academic Courses: Spend 4 hours per day (Monday thru Friday) learning Spanish.
Optional Weekend Excurions
(NOT INCLUDED IN THE PROGRAM OR PRICE, BUT AVAILABLE UPON YOUR ARRIVAL)
Trip to “las Sierras” La Cumbre, Valle Calamuchita, one day horse back riding in the mountains and big barbecue “asado” for lunch. One night in Posada Lambares with breakfast: $220.
One weekend in Mendoza: visits to vineyards, wine tasting, rafting in rivers. One night
in Hotel in Mendoza with breakfast: $350. Bus ticket included.
One weekend in Buenos Aires, city tours, one overnight in hotel with breakfast, city
tours, museum, tango shows. $500. Bus ticket included.
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| Health Preparation |
See your doctor at least 4-6 weeks before your trip to allow time for immunizations to take effect. The Center for Disease Control recommends certain vaccines for Argentina.
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| Enrollment/Credit |
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You will earn Spanish credit at EIU for your study in Argentina. Visit the Department Chair of Foreign Languages, Dr. Stephen Canfield for course approval information (bka course substitute).
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| Accommodations |
You will be staying with a host family, with three meals per day. |
| Orientations |
A pre-departure orientation will be provided and is required for all participants. This orientation will cover information on safety, health, legal, environmental, political, cultural, and religious conditions in the host country, as well as planning logistics.
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| Necessary Documents |
Passport
To enter a foreign country, you must have a valid passport. If you are a U.S. citizen and do not currently have a valid passport, or if your passport will expire during the time you will be overseas, please go to the U.S. State Department web site for information on how to apply for/renew your passport.
YOUR PASSPORT MUST BE VALID FOR 6 MONTHS AFTER DATE OF DEPARTURE
You are strongly encouraged to read the U.S. State Department's Consular Information Sheet on your host countries. It will provide you with a great deal of information to help you prepare for your trip.
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