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COSTA RICA:
Latin American Culture & Society (fall)
The Associated Colleges of the Midwest Latin American Culture and
Society program is located in San Jose in its own center equipped
with classrooms, library, and computer facilities near the University
of Costa Rica. The program offers in-depth cultural studies strengthened
by immersion in the daily life of the country through a combination
of coursework and field study. The academic program has three major
components including intensive Spanish language study during the
first five weeks of the program; an Introduction to Costa Rica,
providing an overview of the country through classwork, field studies
and a two week rural stay; and a choice of core courses, taught
by local experts dealing with issues in economics, politics, and
development issues. The core course incorporates a major independent
study project in the social sciences or humanities on a topic of
personal interest relating to areas covered in class and may be
written in English. During the second half of the program, students
continue to develop their abilities in Spanish by selecting a language
elective in Latin American Literature, Advanced Composition or Advanced
Conversation. Throughout the semester, the academic program is complemented
by field trips allowing students to explore the diverse human and
physical geography of the country. Housing is provided in homestays
with Costa Rican families. Eligibility: At least three semesters
of college-level Spanish or the equivalent. Preference given to
students four semesters.
Associated Colleges of the Midwest
205 West Wacker Drive, Suite 1300
Chicago, IL 60606
PH: 312-263-5000 | Fax: 312-263-5879
acm@acm.edu
Program Adviser: Professor Eliza Willis, X4875, Carnegie 103 |
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