Chile Program

Fall 2007 Walter Fuentes
Semester Program in
Santiago, Chile

SEMESTER IN SANTIAGO, CHILE
August 23 - December 2, 2007
$4600 (estimated)

This program will offer the opportunity to study one semester in Santiago, Chile, and earn 12-15 hours of credit through the College of Charleston. The rich cultural heritage of Chile, the magnificent features of its geography, the dynamic urban setting of Santiago, the well known hospitality of its inhabitants, and the stability and safety of the country, make Chile a natural choice for students looking for a first-hand experience with the people, language, culture and contemporary issues of the Spanish American world. Students will live with Chilean families, who are carefully selected to provide an enriching cultural and family environment.

The semester will coincide with the spring months in the southern hemisphere, an ideal season to do traveling, and to enjoy a period of intense cultural activity. The program includes several days of excursions through the coast of Chile and southern Peru. As classes will be conducted from Monday through Thursdays, students will have additional travel opportunities during the long weekends. Traveling to neighboring South American countries will be possible either during or after the semester.

Classes will be held at the Universidad Diego Portales, one of Chile's finest institutions of higher learning, and taught by faculty of the College of Charleston and the Universidad Diego Portales.

Casa Central - Universidad Diego Portales

Machu Pichu, Peru

PROPOSED COURSE OFFERINGS

SPAN 315 Special Assignment Abroad (3 cr.)
An internship or other experiential learning project designed to enhance command of a foreign language in a special cultural setting through life and work in another country or society. Assignment to be undertaken and nature of its evaluation to be determined in consultation with the instructor.

Prerequisite: SPAN 202 or 250 .

SPAN 320 Introduction to the Study of Hispanic Literature (3 cr.)
A preparatory course for students intending to pursue studies in Hispanic literature. Selected readings will provide the basis for stylistic and textual analysis and understanding of the structure of literary works. The historical development of genres and the technical vocabulary necessary for critical analysis also will be included. Prerequisites: Completion of SPAN 313 and 314, or 350, or permission of the instructor.

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Magnificent Vistas SPAN 326 Latin American Civilization and Culture I (3 cr.)
A study of the social and cultural expressions of Latin America from the pre-Columbian era through the early 19th century, including the independence movements of Brazil, as well as all of Spanish America. Prerequisites: SPAN 313, 314, or 350; or permission of the instructor.

SPAN 328 Spanish Language Study Abroad (3)
Designed to develop spoken and written communication and facility in expressing ideas in Spanish while studying in a Spanish-speaking country. Prerequisite: SPAN 202 or 250; or permission of the instructor.

SPAN 371   Survey of Spanish American Literature I (3 cr.)

A Study of the literature of Spanish America from the pre-Columbian era to Modernism.
   Prerequisite: SPAN 320 or permission of the instructor.

SPAN 372 Survey of Spanish American Literature II (3 cr.)

Spanish American Literature from Modernism through contemporary movements.
   Prerequisite: SPAN 320 or permission of the instructor

SPAN 372 Survey of Spanish American Literature II (3 cr.)
Spanish American Literature from Modernism through contemporary movements.   Prerequisite: SPAN 320 or permission of the instructor.

SPAN 490 Seminar: Special Topics in Hispanic Literature - Chilean Theatre, Study and Practicum   (3 cr.)
Intensive study of modern Chilean theatre. Students will have an opportunity to perform as well as study.
   Prerequisite: SPAN 320 and an additional 300-level literature course or permission of the instructor

LACS 104 Introduction to Contemporary Chile (3 cr.) (Taught in English)
Study of 20th century Chile to the present, its civilization and culture, including politics, economy, social history and the arts.Prerequisite: permission of the instructor.
Students may be able to apply these credits toward the Humanities or Social Science requirement at the College of Charleston.

POLS 321 Politics of Latin America (3 cr.) (Taught in English)
Politics of Latin America surveys political and related economic and social dynamics in Latin American nations. (Special attention will be paid to Chilean politics).

SCHOLARSHIPS

Scholarships of up to $1000 may be available to College of Charleston students for the Semester Program in Santiago, Chile. Eligibility is based on demonstrated need and merit. Apply at the Center for International Education and Programs.

FACULTY:

TBA

Additional Faculty from the Staff of the Universidad Diego Portales

--- The Fall Program (Spring in Chile) is designed mainly for:

* Students who are Spanish majors or minors interested in taking up to 12 hours of upper level Spanish.

* Students majoring or minoring in Latin American and Caribbean Studies.

* Students from any academic discipline interested in developing fluency in Spanish and maintaining normal progress toward graduation.

* Students interested in enrolling in courses at the Universidad Diego Portales, in addition to courses offered by College of
Charleston under the Fall Semester Program in Chile.

SPECIAL FEATURES

* A unique opportunity to study in Santiago, Chile, earning 12-15 credits.

* Open to all C of C students as well as other colleges and universities.

* Classes will be held at the Universidad Diego Portales, one of Chile's finest universities.
Classes will be taught by faculty from the College of Charleston and the Universidad Diego Portales.

* Students will stay with Chilean families, who are carefully selected to provide an enriching cultural and family environment. The home stay offers an extraordinary opportunity to improve proficiency in Spanish.

* As part of an institutional agreement, students may be eligible able to take regular courses offered
at the Universidad Diego Portales. Credit earned will be transferable to the College of Charleston.

* There will be excursions to the coast of Chile, and the Peruvian Andes Mountains.

* Classes will be conducted Mondays through Thursdays allowing students long weekends for
additional travel and internship work.

PROGRAM COST

   The comprehensive program fee is estimated at $4600. The fee includes:
      * Round trip airfare from Charleston to Santiago.
      * Room and board with families for the duration of the semester.
      * Hotel accomodations and two meals during excursions.
      * All ground transportation during the excursions.
      * Entrance fee to natural and historical sites, and museums while on exursions.
      * Gratuities
      * International Student identification Card

Tuition is not included in this fee.

APPLICATION AND FURTHER INFORMATION

Applications and further information may be obtained by contacting the Office of International Education and Programs. Due to limited participation, early application is encouraged. The final application deadline is April 15, 2007 . A deposit of $250.00 must accompany the application. This includes a non-refundable application fee of $50.00

OFFICE OF INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION AND PROGRAMS

Ms. Julie Swigert, Study Abroad Coordinator
College of Charleston
Multicultural Center
207 Calhoun Street
Charleston, South Carolina 29401
(843) 953-7823 Email: swigertj@cofc.edu