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CIP Summer 2010 Programs Florence, Italy — City of Culture May 19-June 18, 2010 Highlights As the cradle of the Italian Renaissance, Florence is one of the great cultural cities of the world. Nestled in the heart of Tuscany, this beautiful city rose to prominence in the Middle Ages and Renaissance as an international banking and mercantile center. Powered by its immense wealth, Florence produced an extraordinary burst of achievement in art, architecture, literature, music, political philosophy and science that permanently changed the course of Western civilization. The program will emphasize the richness of the culture of Italy and specifically Florence, bringing together the city’s history and politics while utilizing, among other sources, children’s and young adult literature for a rich interdisciplinary approach. Students will visit a variety of museums, galleries, churches, bookstores, and other historically significant sites and examine the ever present dynamics of the past and present which are equally important in understanding this absolutely intriguing city and culture. Academic program All students enroll in UDI 310 (1 credit) and select two or three classes for a total of 7 or 10 credits. Students are required to participate in UDI 220 (1 credit) during the spring 2010 semester, with two follow-up sessions in the fall 2010 semester. Students are encouraged to register for an Italian language course during the spring 2010 semester. EDT 350 Foundations of Literacy through Literature (3 credits) Introductory course to the reading/language arts and the role literature plays in these processes with emphasis exploring Florence and Italy through children’s and young adult literature. HST 307 Renaissance and Reformation (3 credits) The development of European history from the 14th to the middle of the 17th century. Emphasis will be on the unique role of Florence in the economic, political, social and religious aspects of the Renaissance and Reformation era. Fulfills Historical Studies general education requirement. POL 101 Global Politics / POL 300 Italian Politics and Society (3 credits) Examination of global politics from the perspective of Italian society, including its politics, economics, and international relations. Topics will include political culture, the changing role of family and the Catholic Church, and problems of crime. POL 101 fulfills Social Sciences general education requirement. MAXIE: Prepare (UDI 220) All students in the program will participate in this one credit-hour mini-course orientation during the spring 2010 term. Two post-trip sessions during the fall 2010 term will be required to complete the course. UDI 220—Section M8 Wednesdays, 4:30-6 pm (Begins February 24) Location to be announced Graduate students Graduate students may earn graduate credit by taking EDT 603 (Foundations of Literacy through Literature). Interested students should contact Prof. Mathes.

Application deadline: January 15, 2010 Apply Now >> Faculty Connie Mathes, Administrative Faculty, Department of Teacher Education (site coordinator) Dr. Jaro Bilocerkowycz, Associate Professor, Department of Political Science Dr. Michael Carter, Assistant Professor, Department of History Cost 7 or 10 credit hours of undergraduate tuition plus $675 program fee

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