Spend six weeks in Italy - three weeks in Rome and three weeks in Florence
-exploring art, philosophy, religion and Western European culture! The program blends academics with cultural immersion in two of the most exciting and beautiful cities in Europe. The program offers you an unparalleled opportunity to experience contemporary life in Italy, while discovering and discussing the religion and philosophy of the Roman Empire and other civilizations from antiquity. You will also learn about and witness firsthand some of the most remarkable works of art and architecture of the Renaissance and the Baroque, while simultaneously asking philosophical questions about the nature of art and aesthetic experience.
Students on the program will take the following two 3-credit courses, both of which will be taught by Dr. Matt Waldschlagel:
PAR 231 – Primitive and Classical Religions (counts as a “Historical and
Philosophical Approaches” University Studies course)
PAR 316 - Philosophy of Art (counts as a “Aesthetic, Interpretive, and Literary
Perspectives” University Studies course)
No prerequisites are required. Students in all majors are invited to join the program and take these PAR courses!
The program is packed with dozens of activities, including:
• daily visits to local museums, cathedrals, & monuments such as the
Colosseum & the Capitoline Museums in Rome, and the Uffizi & the
Accademia in Florence
• guided walking tours of Rome and Florence
• welcome dinner & farewell dinner
• free weekends to allow for travel
Dr. Waldschlagel is an award-winning faculty member who has successfully led previous study abroad programs.
Rome and Florence, Italy
May 11 - June 20, 2015
(First 3 weeks in Rome, last 3 weeks in Florence)
Dr. Matt Waldschlagel, waldschlagelm@uncw.edu
• A $500 non-refundable deposit is due at time of application
• There are only 16 available spots in the program so submit your application early!!!!!
Students are eligible to apply for this program if they meet the following eligibility criteria:
• Degree-seeking student
March 23, 2015
• To apply log in at: http://appserv02.uncw.edu/
IntProgApp/ and select your program of choice. This program is listed under Country: Italy and Provider:
Faculty-Led
• At least Sophomore standing at time of participation
• Good judicial standing
• 2.5 GPA at time of application
• Applicants must submit a 2-page essay on their
interest in, expectations of and commitment to
the program. Also, applicants will be interviewed by
the program director to assess their readiness to
contribute to the program.
Colosseum, Rome

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Trevi Fountain, Rome Michelangelo’s David, Florence
Rome and Florence are arguably two of the most important cultural capitals in Europe.
Though Rome boasts a population of 2.7 million and Florence has a population of about
370,000, both retain the charms often associated with smaller cities. Rome was the seat of the Roman Empire, the home of some of the most dynamic and innovative artists of the late Renaissance and the Baroque, and is today the political capital of Italy. Florence was the seat of the Italian Renaissance and the home to some of the most dynamic and innovative political ideas and scientific discoveries that led to our modern world. Either city would be an ideal place to spend a summer. This program offers the remarkable opportunity to live and study in both cities, in very agreeable accommodations under the supervision of an experienced faculty member.
• Spacious, clean & safe apartment in Rome and
Florence
• Transportation from Rome to Florence
• Expansive museum access
• Excursions to Ostia Antica, Fiesole, and Pisa in Italy
• Health insurance
(not included in program fee)
• Round-trip international airfare
• Most meals (however accommodations include a kitchen in Rome & Florence to prepare meals to keep cost low)
• UNCW tuition: for 6 credits
• Passport (if you do not already have one)
• Optional travel and local expenses
Federal and state financial aid may be applied toward this program. Even if you are normally ineligible for financial aid, you should submit a financial aid application (FAFSA). You may find that you are eligible for additional funding.
UNCW students may also apply for a UNCW
Summer Education Abroad Grant and additional study abroad scholarships. Grant applications and additional information are available at www.uncw.edu/international/abroad/aid.html.
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