History of Paris is a unique academic program offered by the Department of Modern Languages at Salisbury University to provide travelers of all ages and walks of life with a thoughtful and reflective experience in one of the greatest cities in the world.  Estimated dates for the 2010 program will be January 2-15.  Final dates will be established in early fall 2009.  Participants will enjoy all of the treasures of Paris as short-term tourists under the guidance of experienced faculty of French language and culture who will teach them about what they are seeing and help them to understand Paris in a way they might not as independent tourists.  It is open to Salisbury University students, alumni, members of the community and students from other universities.

CLASSES:

MDFL 399: History of Paris (1 credit)

A one credit academic course offering appropriate for traditional SU college students as well as members of the community and non-traditional students with an interest in France, Paris, European history, culture and the arts. The course is designed to provide all participants with a structure to read, write and think about Paris and its place in the western world.  While program participants visit the great monuments and cultural sites for which Paris is world renown, and shop in its trendy boutiques and dine in its cafés, they will read about how Paris came to be what it is today.  The program faculty from SU and UMES will help participants to reflect on their experience as travelers in Paris through brief and topical lectures, writing assignments and group discussion. Finally, the faculty will help participants with no French language experience to learn some basic survival French, and those who have studied French to use this travel experience to improve their oral and listening skills.  All participants must register for the one-credit course and are expected to participate in the planned program activities.  There are no pre-requisites.  The cost of the credit is included in the program.  There is no additional tuition fee. 

MDFL 399: History of Paris (4 credits)

A 4 credit academic course designed for upper division French students.  The course is a more in-depth study than the 1 credit option and is taught in French.  There is a prerequisite of FREN 202.  A term paper is required in addition to the assigned material from the 1 credit option.  There will be a an additional tuition fee for the 4 credit option.

EXCURSIONS: The History of Paris program includes programmed visits to important cultural and historical sites throughout Paris including: the Louvre, Musée Picasso, Notre Dame, Musée D'Orsay, Napoleon's tomb, and more.  There is also a full day excursion out of the capital to the town of Versailles and its splendid palace. In addition to the planned excursions, there is ample free time to explore the City of Lights on your own.  Click here for a PowerPoint slideshow of the itinerary.

HOUSING: Throughout the program, participants will stay at a three star tourist hotel strategically located in the heart of Paris, within easy walking distance of many of the city's sites and in close proximity to the metro system.

COST: Total cost of the History of Paris program is estimated to be $3000.  The final cost will be determined in fall 2009.  The price includes: round trip international airfare, housing in a tourist class hotel central Paris, all breakfasts, 10 day Paris metro pass, 1/2 day bus tour of Paris, guided walking tours of Paris, guided full-day tour in chartered coach to Versailles, airport transfers, all tuition and instructional fees for MDFL 399: History of Paris (1 credit) and assistance by program faculty leading the group.

DEPOSIT AND PAYMENT INFORMATION:  An initial deposit of $250 is due at the time of application.  This deposit is part of the total advertised cost of the program.  Once a student is academically admitted by the faculty director, the initial non-refundable deposit is due to the Cashier’s Office. The student will be automatically enrolled into the study abroad course.  The University Billing Office will then bill each registered student for the total cost of the study abroad program (less the deposit amount) through the regular university billing system.  Standard University deadlines for withdrawals do not apply to study abroad programs.  Once the published Application Deadline occurs, the accepted student is responsible for the entire amount of the study abroad program charge. 

APPLICATION INFORMATION: Application forms are available at the Center for International Education or from the faculty director. Completed application forms are currently being accepted by the faculty director or by the Center for International Education.  Students should also submit an application essay and a completed faculty recommendation form from a faculty member who knows the student well.  Essay and Recommendation form available here.  Admission is competitive and enrollment is limited to 20 participants.  Students will be admitted on a rolling basis until the program is full.  The application deadline is September 29, 2009.  Currently matriculated Salisbury University undergraduate students will receive priority registration on this program.    Alumni participants and members of the community may apply at any time but will be wait-listed until late September.   Applications may be handed in or mailed to:

The Department of Modern Languages

Holloway Hall 100

Salisbury University

1101 Camden Avenue

Salisbury, MD  21801

Attn:  History of Paris 2010   

All questions concerning the program should be addressed to:

Dr. Arlene White

Department of Modern Languages

Phone:  410-543-6253    E-mail: afwhite@salisbury.edu

Dr. Susan Cooledge

University of Maryland Eastern Shore

Department of English and Foreign Languages

E- mail: slcooledge@umes.edu

Printable Program Flyer Available Here