*TU Italian Language and Culture in Venice (Faculty-Led)

*Towson University

Minimester (Winter Break)

Venice, Italy (Map)

ALL PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE A $300 SCHOLARSHIP FUNDED BY THE COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS!

Study the history of Venice and immerse yourself in the Italian language and culture with Towson University in January 2025. The program includes visits to major historical and artistic sites and features excursions to the Isle of Murano in the Venetian Lagoon and a weekend trip to Florence. No prior knowledge of Italian language is required.

Known as the Queen of the Adriatic, the city of Venice stretches across 117 small islands in the Venetian Lagoon along the Adriatic Sea. Venice was a major center of the arts from the 13th century until the 17th century and the printing capital of the world in the 15th and 16th centuries. The influences of these periods can still be seen today in the art, architecture, and culture of Venice.

Program Schedule (PDF) (subject to change)

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Open to Non-TU Students

Dates

TU Application Deadline(s)

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Academic Information

Students will earn 3 ITAL credits. Students will consult with the program director and take a language placement test prior to departure to determine their course level. The following courses are available:

ITAL 101 Italian Elements I (3 credits). Principles of grammar; drills in pronunciation; elementary conversation; composition; readings. TU Core (5) Arts and Humanities.
ITAL 102 Italian Elements II (3 credits). Review of further study of grammar principles; pronunciation; conversation; composition; readings. TU Core (12) Global Perspectives. Prerequisite: ITAL 101.
ITAL 201 Italian Intermediate I (3 credits). Review of grammar and pronunciation; conversation; reading of cultural texts; oral and written exercises in language lab. TU Core (5) Arts and Humanities. Prerequisite: ITAL 102 or equivalent.
ITAL 202 Italian Intermediate II (3 credits). Advanced grammar structures; conversation; composition; reading of cultural texts; oral and written exercises in language lab. TU Core (12) Global Perspectives. Prerequisite: ITAL 201 or equivalent.
ITAL 301 Italian Composition and Conversation I (3 credits). Reading, conversation and composition on topics of cultural and literary interest; grammar and syntax. TU Gen Ed II.C.1 and Core (5) Arts and Humanities. Prerequisite: ITAL 202 or equivalent.
ITAL 494 History of Venice (3 credits). Taught entirely in Italian. Prerequisite: ITAL 301 or equivalent.
Students who place in a level they have already completed at TU will earn ITAL elective credit (3 credits)

Students will be in language class 3.5 hours each day (Monday-Friday) at the Istituto Venezia. In addition, students will participate in mandatory program cultural activities, excursions, and lectures.

TU students may receive Honors credit for their study abroad experience.

Honors College credit

Accommodation

Costs

Program price includes academic credit, housing, excursions, local transportation pass, health insurance, and some group meals. Additional costs include international airfare, all other meals, personal expenses, and the Study Abroad/Away Fee.

The Towson University Study Abroad & Away Office reserves the right to make any necessary changes including adjustments in cost in the event that unforeseen circumstances arise.

ALL PARTICIPANTS WILL RECEIVE A $300 SCHOLARSHIP FUNDED BY THE COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS!

Note: International airfare is NOT included in the program cost. Students will be responsible for making their own travel arrangements to the program location to arrive by the designated date and time. The Study Abroad & Away Office will identify an optional flight which participants may purchase independently if desired.

Withdrawals/Refunds: After admission into the program, the student is responsible for the full program fee. Should the student wish to withdraw from the program for any reason after admission, or if the program is cancelled, only recoverable expenses may be refunded. Non-recoverable expenses may include but are not limited to costs paid to a study abroad provider, travel agency, or other third party by TU on the students behalf; housing; transportation; non-refundable deposits; activity fees; honorariums; guest lecture fees. Towson University withdrawal/drop/add deadlines do not apply. The student must submit their intention to withdraw in writing to the TU Study Abroad & Away Office.

Eligibility

Additional Information

For additional information, contact Dr. Margherita Pampinella - Towson University Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures, 410-704-4173, Dr. Francesco Brenna - Towson University Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures, 410-704-2881 or the TU Study Abroad & Away Office, 410-704-2451.

To learn more, attend a Group Advising Session offered Monday through Friday at 2pm.

NOTE: Please check the Centers for Disease Control website for information regarding any recommended and/or required vaccinations and medications for your destination.

IMPORTANT: We strongly encourage all study abroad/away participants to get vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19 prior to their experience. Participants will be subject to the entry requirements and COVID related regulations of the host destination and program provider/host institution. We recommend students consider purchasing travel insurance with cancel for any reason (CFAR) coverage. Students will be responsible for any COVID related expenses incurred during their experience abroad/away.

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