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A “museum without walls”, Paris has sparked the intellectual imagination of artists, writers, and students for centuries. By immersing students in the world of contemporary Paris, this intensive program offers unique insight into France 's historical, literary, and cultural traditions. In addition to studying classical and contemporary works, students will participate in weekly cultural activities where they will perfect their French in the context of everyday life. Using the city as an extension of the classroom, they will visit musées, théâtres, cafés, and quartiers recorded in the cultural texts that they will study. Students on this program will gain a deeper knowledge and appreciation of the geography, history, and people that make up the City of Light. Both courses are Duke courses taught in French. Given the intense nature of this program, late arrival and/or early departure is not permitted. Neither the pass/fail option, nor auditing is permitted.
FRENCH 197S - 01 Aspects of French Literature: Text/Performance: Le Spectacle Parisien ALP, CCI , FL Through an analysis of the contemporary dramatic scene, this course will focus on the interpretation and adaptation of texts to live performances. Students will read and attend plays at a variety of Paris venues, go behind the scenes at a major theatre, and reflect on the dramatic process from the perspective of the director and actors. In addition to traditional forms of theatre, we will also examine more popular forms of performance, such as street theatre, puppet shows, and other festivals that mark the Paris summer scene. Taught by Professor Deb Reisinger of the Duke University Department of Romance Studies. One course credit. LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS & PREREQUISITES Classes will be conducted exclusively in French. Students must have at least a B average in French and be qualified to take 100-level French courses. Students may have fulfilled this requirement either through course work at the college level or through advanced placement testing. Students must register for both courses.
TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS Students are expected to make their own travel arrangements. All participants must arrive in Paris on Monday, May 19 by noon and must check out of the residence by 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 28. Students must provide Professor Reisinger with individual flight information. Tuition for two courses: $4,704 * Non Duke students add $40 for a lifetime transcript fee. Total Due: Estimated cost of meals: $1,500 ‡ Program fee includes accommodations, day trips and excursions, and a Metro Pass for city center. This fee does not include international travel between the U.S. and France, domestic travel in the U.S., meals, independent travel during or after the program, items of a personal nature or incidentals. Costs are based on an exchange rate expected to be in effect and are subject to increase. Additional costs of personal items to be paid by students in Paris. PAYMENT SCHEDULE Upon notification of acceptance to the summer program by the director, students can confirm their space on the Duke in Paris summer program by signing the ‘Commitment to Participate' form (a parent/guardian's co-signature is also required on this form). Students can access this form from the web: http://studyabroad.duke.edu/forms/summercommitment.pdf. After signing this form, students can fax it to the Duke Office of Study Abroad at 919-684-3083 or mail it to Duke University, Office of Study Abroad, 2016 Campus Drive, Box 90057, Durham, NC 27708. Please note that by signing this form, students are committing to participate in the summer program and agree to pay the full cost of the program, which includes the tuition and program fee listed above. This commitment form takes the place of a deposit. IMPORTANT DUE DATES The required ' Commitment to Participate' form (signed by student and parent/guardian) is due within three (3) weeks of notification of acceptance from the faculty director. Full program charges, payable to Duke University ($7,674 for Duke students, $7,714 for non-Duke students, which includes the $40 lifetime transcript fee), and billed by the Duke Bursar's office, will be due on the date specified on the bursar's bill. Summer invoices will be sent to your permanent home address. Remit payment to the Bursar per due date and address indicated on your statement. All financial arrangements involving Duke University must be completed prior to departure for the program.
Duke undergraduates are eligible for Mac Anderson Scholarships for Duke summer foreign language study abroad programs. The grants will be awarded without regard to need. Applications are available on-line at http://studyabroad.duke.edu/forms/macandersonapplication.pdf and must be submitted to the Office of Study Abroad no later than Wednesday, February 6, 2008. Incomplete scholarship applications will not be considered. Completed summer program and financial aid applications must be received by Wednesday, February 6, 2008. Decisions on all applications will be made by the faculty director and communicated to students within approximately two weeks of this deadline. To apply, please follow the steps below:
Non-Duke students may apply, but must be in good academic standing at their college or university. In order to transfer credit for the above courses, non-Duke students must consult their advisor and/or registrar. Any applications received after February 6, 2008 will be processed on a space-available basis. Incomplete applications will not be forwarded to the Program director for consideration. All participants must have a valid passport. For instructions on how to order a passport, visit http://travel.state.gov/passport/index.html. No visas are required of U.S. citizens. Non U.S. citizens should pay special attention to the visa requirements for their specific citizenship by contacting the country embassy to find out if any visa restrictions are in effect. An International Student Identity Card (ISIC) is also required. Duke students may purchase this card for $22 from the Student Service Center, 101 Allen building. Provide a small, ID-sized photo, payment and application; the card will be created at the student center. Non-Duke students can purchase ISICs at their home university or through the STA website: http://www.statravel.com/. After confirmation of enrollment, all non-Duke students must provide their ISIC number and expiration date to the Office of Study Abroad prior to departure for the program. All participants will be required to submit additional housing and consent forms to the Paris office, as well as two (2) passport-size photos. Professor Reisinger will contact students with this information in early March. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION For further information, contact the Office of Study Abroad or:
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FRENCH 196 - 01 Aspects of Contemporary French Culture: French Society at the Dawn of the 21st Century CCI, CZ, FL This course offers an overview of France in 2008 that will greatly enhance your understanding of events and life in the country. First, by becoming familiar with the day-to-day world of current French society; second, by improving oral and written French-language skills. A sociological approach will be utilized to study different components of French society: social, economic, and political institutions; customs, culture, and value systems. Taught by Professor Sonia Gourévitch, a professor from the EDUCO/Duke in France semester program. One course credit, cross-listed with International Comparative Studies (ICS). 
Students will be housed in doubles in the Dausmenil Résidence in the highly desirable Bastille area of Paris. A limited amount of singles is available for an additional cost ($525). All rooms are newly refurbished and include a small kitchenette, a private bathroom and shower. Rooms are also equipped with a DSL Internet connection. The Bastille metro station and the Gare de Lyon are nearby. A homestay option will also be available for an additional $225; breakfast will be included. Classes will be held a ten minute walk away at the Accent Center, 89, Rue du Faubourg Saint Antoine. Students will find countless restaurants, shops and entertainment in this charming quartier. 
Duke undergraduates who receive need-based financial aid during the academic year are eligible to apply for financial aid for up to two Duke summer study abroad programs (and/or summer sessions in Durham) offering either one or two courses of credit. This aid is offered in addition to the eight basic academic year semesters of financial aid. Eligibility for aid will be determined in the same manner as academic year aid. Note: This policy does not apply to a summer abroad program taken prior to matriculation or after graduation from Duke. Applications are available on-line 
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