Study in the Latin American country with a European flair!
One of the world’s most beautiful cities, Buenos Aires is Argentina’s capital, known for its elegant architecture, fashionable people and vibrant blend of European and Latin American culture. You’ll explore picturesque neighborhoods and modern wonders as you strengthen your Spanish language skills in this Latin American jewel.
You’ll be able to order dulce de leche at a local café. Stroll through the historic Plaza de Mayo, the center of many political rallies. Tour the Casa Rosada, the Presidential Palace in the heart of the city. You’ll take three weeks of courses at the Instituto de Literatura Hispanoamericana, part of the University of Buenos Aires. After exploring the capital city, you’ll have one week in Corrientes at the Universidad de la Cuenca del Plata. Corrientes is one of three beautiful provinces, together with Entre Rios and Misiones, which constitute the Mesopotamia of Argentina, formed by low hills between two important rivers. Through experiences like these, you’ll enhance your ability to speak and understand Spanish while gaining an in-depth knowledge of the historical, political and cultural trends shaping Argentina and contemporary Latin America.
Through the course of the program, students will visit Buenos Aires, Corrientes and the Iguazú Falls in Argentina.
Course Offerings:
Final courses offerings will be determined at the start of the spring 2013 semester. In the past, the following courses have been offered on this program:
Undergraduate Courses:
- LAC 1000C: Language and Culture: Argentina
- SPA 4990: Seminar: Multidisciplinary course on Argentina: Culture, History, Politics, Art and Literature
- PSY 2010: Cross Cultural Psychology
Graduate Courses:
- SPA 118A: Contemporary Spanish-America
- SPA 306A: Seminar: Multidisciplinary Course on Argentina: Culture, History, Politics, Art and Literature
- PSY 625: Cross Cultural Psychology
Credits: 3 – 6**
Students may take a minimum of 1 course (3 credits) or a maximum of 2 courses (6 credits). Students may register for graduate or undergraduate level courses, but not for both levels.
Dates: July 2-23, 2013
Deadlines:
- Application Deadline: April 22, 2013
- Deposit Deadline: TBD
Accommodations: Local Hotels
Meals: TBD
Professors:
Dr. Alina Camacho-Gingerich, Program Director, Chair for Committee on Latin American and Caribbean Studies and Dr. Rafael Javier, Professor of Psychology
Program Fee: TBD
*Please note: Tuition and airfare are in addition to the program fee. Please check the tuition based on your school and how many credits you choose to enroll in while abroad.
Attention all Graduate Students:
Please also not that, at this time, graduate students are unable to apply through the St. John's UIS system. Graduate students must submit a completed paper application and an approved course option form to the Office of Global Studies . Be sure to have the course option signed by your dean or academic advisor to ensure that you will receive credit toward your course of study.