This 25-day immersive trip dives into the history, culture, politics, languages, communication styles, tourism concepts, travel perspectives, and geography of Portugal, Spain, and Morocco. You’ll learn about Morocco, a unique North African or Maghrebi country, and its influence over time on Portugal and Spain and how Portuguese and Spanish influence affected Morocco. Students will also see how identity and social class has evolved differently in all three cultures.
Program Capacity: 12 students
Required Credits: 3
Open to All Majors (for both course options)
Prerequisite:
Application Deadline: October 1st
Course Choices
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Students may choose one course from the below categories based on their individual interests and degree needs.
(Choose 1)
CORE 479: CORE Senior Seminar; Identity and Social Class-
This course will provide students with a greater understanding of the role of social class in, not only their personal development, but to society in the U.S. when compared to the countries that we are visiting. Social class intersects with literature, arts, science, history and individuals. Developing an understanding of the nature of this impact will allow students to better address the three questions that form the foundation of the core: Who am I, what can I know? Based on what I know, what should I do?
SPN 350: Advanced Topics
Students who need advanced Spanish credits for completion of a core, minor, or major requirement, and opt for this class credit must meet with me on a regular basis, blog in Spanish, and write their final reflection in Spanish.
OR
HUM 399- There are no class or major prerequisites except good class standing.
All work and blogs will be done in English.
Housing
Student accommodations will consist of hotels located in the various traveled areas, and a camp in the middle of the desert.
December 27, 2024 - January 21, 2024
Program Fee: $5,665
Includes-
- Tuition, 3 credits
- In-Country transportation
- Site visit entrance fees
- Hotel and breakfast in Spain and Portugal, hotel, breakfast and a second daily meal in Morocco.
*Does Not include… Air fair and no USA transportation.
Payment Deadlines
October 15: $500 NON-REFUNDABLE Deposit
November 30: Remaining Balance
Financial Aid and Scholarships
RWU students applying to RWU-sponsored short term study abroad programs are not eligible for financial aid, however, they may apply to one or both of the scholarships listed below. Students apply for the scholarship(s) at the same time they submit their application for a short-term program abroad. In order to be considered for the Global Engagement Scholarship, they must submit their application by stated program application deadline.
The Bridging the World Scholarship:
Scholarship awards based on academic merit only
Scholarships awards based on financial need and academic merit
The Global Engagement Scholarship:
Scholarship awards based on financial need only (limited funds available)
Faculty Leader:
Professor Peter Alfieri, Department of Modern Languages
Office: GHH 104
Email: pralfieri@rwu.edu
Health & Safety Abroad:
This program includes extensive walking and a camel ride. Students with severe restrictions should carefully evaluate their ability to participate comfortably. Students should review the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website for complete information regarding the health concerns and vaccine recommendations specific to Spain and Morocco. Students should also review the U.S. State Department’s consular information website for complete information on safety and security in Spain, Morocco and Portugal.
All information subject to change - Roger Williams University reserves the right to cancel any faculty-led program offered during the academic year for insufficient enrollment or for any other reason. These reasons may include safety and security concerns at the program location. Should it prove necessary to do so, the School will promptly notify all registrants.
