Union Science Research Term Abroad in Sicily, Italy – Spring
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Union International Programs will offer a term abroad in Palermo, Italy in the spring term for science and engineering students. Professor Jay Newman will be the Faculty Member in Residence.
Course of Study:
- Italian 104T - The Italian Language Studied Abroad. A continuation of Italian 100. A course in basic skills with emphasis on speaking and conversation.
- Terms Abroad 328T - Science Research. Work on a research project with researchers at the National Research Council in Palermo, Sicily. Projects can be chosen from among a large variety in the fields of biology, chemistry, and biophysics. Students will work in small groups closely with faculty and advanced students on ongoing research, learning new techniques and participating in state of the art studies at this national facility. A project report will be written at the conclusion of the work.
- Terms Abroad 329T - The History and Culture of Sicily. Through a combination of lecture/discussion and weekend travel, the culture and history of Sicily will be explored. The influence of the Greeks, Romans, Spanish, Normans, Arabs, and others in developing Sicilian culture will be a major part of this course.
Expenses
The inclusive fee covers tuition, room, board, and all group excursions. It does not cover personal expenses. Travel to and from Palermo and the purchase of an airline ticket are the individual responsibility of each student. All financial aid applies to the program, with the exception of work-study.
Eligibility
Since this program involves science research, the GPA and science course background will be relevant and applications will be competitive; in addition, at least a 2.5 overall GPA, good academic standing at the start of the term, certification by the Dean of Students, and successful completion of the prerequisite course, Italian 100.
Calendar
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*October |
Application Deadline |
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*Mid-November |
$200 non-refundable deposit due at Cashier's Office in McKean House with receipt brought to the International Programs Office, Humanities 211 |
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*Winter Term |
Orientation Meetings |
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March |
Program Begins |
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June |
Program Ends |
For further information and applications see Professor Thomas or Nancy Cooper, HU 211.
*Dates to be announced
Students apply for international programs two terms in advance. All international programs are competitive, some highly so. Attendance at a program's informational meeting is essential. Selection criteria include the student's essay, GPA, faculty recommendations, course of study, certification by the Dean of Students, and the selection committee's assessment of the student's capability of adapting to the program's social and academic environment. Should there be additional selection criteria, they will be announced at the informational meeting. The faculty selection committee seeks a group of students with varied academic and intellectual backgrounds and interests. The College urges students to seek advice from their academic advisors and from the international programs office to select programs appropriate to their academic and intellectual interests. While the College is very proud of the unusually high percentage of its students who study abroad, we must note that participation in all programs is limited.