SMU Study Abroad Program

Rome, ItalySummer 2012

John Cabot University John Cabot University, founded in 1972, is an

independent, four-year liberal arts university offering undergraduate degrees and study abroad programs to English-speaking students from all over the world.

Whether you are pursuing a four-year degree or are seeking to study abroad, you will do so in the heart of Rome surrounded by the extraordinarily rich offerings of a city of culture, history, art, creativity, business and international affairs.

Communications The Bachelors of Arts in Communications is a rigorous, multi-disciplinary program designed

to give students the analytical, critical, and creative skills that are fundamental to any career in the information age.

The major provides students with superior skills in oral and written proficiency to excel in the creation, dissemination, and analysis of messages. In addition, the program is dedicated to integrating technology in its instruction and incorporating international contexts for the study of communications, so as to prepare students for an increasingly global industry.

This major focuses on intellectual development and ethical reasoning to empower students to take leadership roles and make a difference in a variety of fields both within and outside of the communications industry.

Students with a BA in Communications can go on to careers in such fields as Film and Video Production, Journalism, Corporate Communications, Politics, Law, Community Organizing and Service, Education, Management, and Non-profit Administration.

capacità - comunicativa - comunicazione - dialogo - linea - scienza - settore

Schedule

Financial Commitment

Financial

Prepare Yourself! Visa – Contact local Italian Consulate to obtain your visa. Permit – Once arriving in Italy, you must obtain a permit to stay

within 8 days. http://eduitalia/org/assistance/ can assist you. Medical Insurance – Italian law requires foreign students living in

Italy to carry medical insurance. Personal Property Insurance: to protect your valuables, make

sure your insurance covers personal property. Money – Italy uses the Euro. You can keep track of the exchange

rate here http://www.xe.com/ucc/ . Most students obtain a debit card from their local institution and ensure it can be used internationally.

Preparation

Safety

Rome is a very safe city and violent crime is rare. The Student Services staff is always available to answer any questions you may have about staying safe in the city

*See above for important Embassy / Consulate information regarding your safety overseas, and who you can contact if you are victim to a theft or another crime.

Embassy / Consulate Info. United States of America Embassy Via Veneto 119/a - 00187 Roma - phone 06 46 741web site: www.usembassy.it

* The local equivalent to the "911" emergency line in Italy is: 113.

WINE TASTING SUMMER SESSION II

Experience Rome's wine culture with your own expert wine guide. Learning how to taste refined wine is a journey that will enrich your knowledge and appreciation of wines. As your sommelier leads you through the tasting of fine wines, you'll also learn about Italy's incredible winemaking legacy, famous throughout the world. Your expert will tell you how wine is made and provide the basics of wine tasting techniques. You'll learn how to identify certain characteristics and the underlying aromas of wine but also the hidden and most common defects that you can find in a bottle.

ITALIAN COOKING CLASS SUMMER SESSION II

What better way could there be to learn about Italian culture than a cooking class?

Culinary fun starts here! Join Chef Andrea Consoli and learn every secret that goes into each delicious bite of Italian cuisine!

Don’t miss the chance to learn how to make a scrumptious 4-course meal from scratch with our brilliant Italian chef Andrea Consoli, at his new culinary school "Cooking Classes in Rome" located on VIa dei Fienaroli, 5 (Trastevere)

Activities

TUSCANY WEEKEND TRIP SUMMER SESSION II

JCU will take you to three of the most beautiful and characteristic cities of this region: Montepulciano, Siena and Pisa.

Montepulciano, a Renaissance town in Southern Tuscany, is an important agricultural center that is famous for its wine. An ancient Etruscan city, Montepulciano is situated on a hilltop providing an impressive panoramic view of the Tuscan countryside. Recently the city hosted the shooting of the movie “New Moon” from the Twilight Saga

Surrounded by olive groves and Chianti vineyards, Siena is one of the most beautiful cities of Tuscany. Set on three hills, the city is drawn together by winding alleyways and steep steps, whilst the Piazza del Campo stands at its heart, and the Duomo and St Maria della Scala serve as additional cultural landmarks. Famed for the "Palio", the annual historic horse-races that take place on 2 July and 16 August, it is also home to one of the oldest Universities in Europe, which ensures a vibrant Italian student atmosphere throughout the academic year. In addition to the bustling daily life of the streets and squares of the city, Siena offers many cultural events, concerts, cinema, theatre and a wide range of sporting activities.

Attractions

Works cited Homepage. 06/25/12 http://www.johncabot.edu Peter Bridges. November 6, 2007

http://calitreview.com/280 Wikipedia. 06/06/2012

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polizia_di_Stato

References

The ExperienceTo study in Italy is a life-long dream of mine. Not only to explore different cultures but to learn to live somewhere that is not Americanized. The language, food and people will all be an experience that will live within my memory forever!

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