Study Abroad in Buenos Aires Summer 2019: June 21 – July 19, 2019 NOCCCD – Fullerton College & Cypress College
WHY STUDY ABROAD? Experience other cultures first-hand 1 • 98% of students stated that study abroad helped them better understand their own cultural values and biases. • 94% said that their study abroad experience continues to influence interactions with people from different cultures. Expand your worldview and boost your confidence & independence 2 • 82% said that it helped them develop a more sophisticated way of looking at the world. • 96% of students saw increased self-confidence. • 95% said it had a lasting impact on their worldview. Enhance your career opportunities 3 • 90% of college students who study abroad land a job within 6 months of graduation—that’s twice the rate of all college graduates. • Study abroad alumni receive starting salaries that are 25% higher on average. • 64% of employers think that an international experience is important for recruitment.
THE BENEFITS OF STUDYING ABROAD in BUENOS AIRES! Buenos Aires offers a rich and complex history, a multidimensional arts and cultural scene, captivating architecture, and so much more. Plus, Buenos Aires is ranked as the most livable city in Latin America! Take DEEPLY ENGAGING classes EXPERIENCE the city, known as the “Paris of the South” EXPLORE further on excursions to other parts of Argentina. LEARN about the city and yourself MAKE long lasting friendships Use or improve your SPANISH LANGUAGE SKILLS
FACULTY Michael Mangan Michael Mangan is in his ninth year of teaching composition and literature at Fullerton College. As an experienced traveler and fan of South American literature, he is very excited to explore the culture and history of Buenos Aires with his students.
ACADEMICS ENGL104 F: Critical Thinking and Writing About Literature (4 Units) This course will develop critical thinking, reading, and writing skills as they apply to the analysis of literature and literary criticism from diverse cultural sources and perspectives. There will be an emphasis on the techniques and principles of effective written argument as they apply to literature. Research strategies, information literacy and proper documentation of courses will also be emphasized. This course fulfills the reading requirement for graduation. (CSU) (UC) (Degree Credit) AA GE, CSU GE, IGETC
WHO IS CAPA? CAPA’s mission is to provide meaningful learning abroad experiences that challenge and inspire students. CAPA offers: 45+ years of experience Personalized, expert support Commitment to student safety and security Quality engaging academic curriculum Program inclusions such as My Global City activities, housing, excursions, coursework, on-site support staff, orientation, and more!
CENTER LOCATION The CAPA center is hosted at Universidad Austral, a private university centrally- located in the elegant Barrio Norte.
CENTER SUPPORT o CAPA Buenos Aires On-Site Staff o 24/7 Support Services o Comprehensive Orientation o Walking tour of services in the area around the CAPA Center. o Overview of health and safety, CAPA services, public transportation, cultural adjustment. o Important aspects of Argentine life and culture. o Access to My Global City Calendar—a weekly calendar of CAPA-led and self-led student activities and events.
HOUSING Students may opt to live in shared, furnished apartments, or in a homestay: SHARED, FURNISHED APARTMENTS with the following amenities: • Kitchen, common area, bathroom, television, wireless, and utilities. • Apartments are within a 30-minute commute to the Buenos Aires CAPA Center and classrooms. HOMESTAYS: Single rooms in homestays in accordance with special diets, allergies and non-smoking preferences. • All bedrooms contain a bed, window, storage space for personal belonging (e.g., closet or drawers), a nightstand, air- conditioning and/or a fan and heating, and a desk either in the room or in the living area. • homestays are within a 40-minute commute to the Buenos Aires CAPA Center. • Students will share a bathroom and common areas with their host family and receive two meals per day (breakfast and dinner), seven days per week. • Unlimited Wi-Fi, bed linens and towels, and weekly cleaning of the bedroom and change of sheets and towels is included.
ACTIVITIES & EXCURSIONS My Global City events and included Excursions immerse you in Argentinian culture! A walking tour of Buenos Aires Entrances to: Museo de Bellas Artes Museum of Latin American Art of Buenos Aires Casa Rosada and National Cathedral Teatro Colon Recoleta Cemetary Tango show Japanese Gardens Immigration Museum Full-day excursion to the Tigre Delta Full-day excursion at an estancia , a traditional gaucho ranch
FEES & INCLUSIONS Fees: $4,195 Your Fees Include: o Comprehensive pre-departure o Welcome Reception support o Farewell Ceremony o Transportation to/from Airport o ISIC student travel cards (for those on group flight) o Student Travel and Medical o Housing Insurance o Local Transportation Pass o Excursions & Activities
ADDITIONAL COSTS Meals (for students not in homestays) and incidental expenses. Students should budget around $1000 per month for these expenses. Fullerton College tuition; books, and personal expenses Optional Homestay Additional Fee: $375.00. Required local cell phone. Additional, optional excursions.
OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS Weekend trip to the Cordoba Delta ($350) Day trip to the UNESCO Site of Colonia de Sacramento ($150) Weekend trip to Iguazu Falls ($425)
Group Flight Students will have the option to opt-in to roundtrip airfare from Los Angeles International Airport or Santa Ana Airport to Ministro Pistarini International Airport. The flight from Los Angeles or Santa Ana to Buenos Aires will depart on Thursday, June 20, 2019 (for arrival on July 21, 2019) and the return flight will depart Buenos Aires on July 19, 2019.
FUNDING RESOURCES Fulle lerton on C Colle llege F Financial A l Aid O Office (For both Fullerton College & Cypress College students) Building 100, First Floor. Tel. (714) 992-7091 Contact person: Jose Alcaraz, JAlcaraz@fullcoll.edu GI Bill I Informat matio ion The Veteran’s Resource Center, Room 518, Tel. (714) 992-7102
CAPA Need-based Scholarships www.capa.org/scholarships FEA CAPA Access Scholarships www.fundforeducationabroad.org/applicants. Benjamin Gilman Scholarships- For Pell Grant eligible students https://gilmanapplication.iie.org/ Mid August-First Tuesday in Oct College Foundation Scholarships www.studyabroad.com/study-abroad-scholarships California Community Colleges for International Education www.ccieworld.org NAFSA http://www.nafsa.org/About_Us/About_International _Education/For_Students/U_S__Study_Abroad_Scho larships_and_Grants_List/
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“I absolutely loved Buenos Aires because of the mix of cultures I was able to experience every day. The city is unlike any other city in the world with so much to offer and there was never a dull moment. Being scared of the unknown is okay, but once you get over that fear, don’t be afraid to make the most of every opportunity. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience. day.” NIAH HUMPHREY CAPA alumna and Communication major from Auburn University TERM PROGRAM ARRIVAL DATE
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT Kristen en W Wieder erhol olt: t: 714.732.5688|kwiederholt@fullcoll.edu Dou Doug E Eis isner: 714.992.7308 | deisner@fullcoll.edu
READY TO APPLY? FOLLOW T THE E HE EASY S STEP EPS B BELOW T TO GET S STARTED ED! 1. Complete the Fullerton College Application: studyabroad.fullcoll.edu/apply/ 2. Submit your $300 program deposit and completed application to CAPA by visiting the CAPA-Fullerton website, go.capa.org/bu buenos-aires/fuller erton and clicking on the red ‘apply today’ button in the top right. 3. Get ready to have a life-changing semester in Argentina this Summer!"
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