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LJML Summer Study Abroad 2010 Information meeting 1

LJML Summer Study Abroad 2010 Information meeting 1. The Adventure Begins. DATES. May 17 –June 8 22 days . . . One more day this year. Flights. San Diego – Shannon London – San Diego

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LJML Summer Study Abroad 2010 Information meeting 1

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  1. LJML Summer Study Abroad 2010 Information meeting 1 The Adventure Begins . . .

  2. DATES May 17 –June 8 22 days. . . One more day this year

  3. Flights • San Diego – Shannon • London – San Diego • FLIGHT OPTIONS. . . Stay longer? Return after further travels to other European destinations? Return to a different airport? All the above are possible at about the same price—we just need to know asap so we can make the arrangements.

  4. ITINERARY • Republic of Ireland: • West: • Dingle • The Coast • The Burren • Yeats Country -- East : Dublin

  5. ITINERARY • Northern Ireland “A different country” • Belfast • The “Troubles” • Lewis Sites • Titanic and docks

  6. ITINERARY • Scotland: • Highlands • Inverness • Loch Ness • Culloden and Scots history • Lowlands • Edinburgh • Walter Scott Estate

  7. ITINERARY • England • The North • Roman Ruins • Rural England • York: Brontës • Stratford • Shakespeare sites • Royal Shakespeare Theatre • Warwick Castle • Oxford • Lewis home and church • Tolkien sites • Oxford Colleges • Blenheim Palace

  8. ITINERARY • STONEHENGE • BATH (Jane Austin etc.) • LONDON • London Eye –Buckingham Palace –Tower • Westminster Abby –Big Ben –Theatre District • Globe Theatre –Greenwich –The Thames • MORE

  9. ACADEMICS: WHAT CLASS(ES) CAN I TAKE? • Course options available this year: • LIT 202 OR LIT 203 – (World Lit 2 or 3) Geared for this study abroad: see the settings and writer’s milieu for many of the works we’ll read • Works for Gen Ed Lit for everyone • TWO World Lit courses required for Writing, Journalism, Broadcast Journalism, Lit majors

  10. WHAT CLASS(ES) CAN I TAKE? 2. LIT 255: British Writers II (Lit/Journalism Major requirement or elective) 3. LIT 490 – Irish and Scots Lit: See the homelands of the writers and the settings for the works • Upper division Lit requirement for Writing, Journalism, Broadcast Journalism, Lit majors • Works as an elective for all majors

  11. WHAT CLASS(ES) CAN I TAKE? WRITING • 4. WRI323: Creative Nonfiction (required/option for several majors)

  12. The Academic Element: How the class works NO REGULAR CLASS MEETINGS ON THE TOUR---INSTEAD: • Christmas Break / Spring reading list • Three or four meetings during Spring semester. Reading response sheets and/or quizzes due during these meetings. • Informal, individual class meetings on the tour, on the coach, in restaurants etc. to discuss and prepare for the final project. • Final exam, paper, or portfolio due end of Summer 1 term

  13. Lodging Hostels Bed and Breakfasts Hotels Churches - Dublin - Edinburgh - London Food Most breakfasts are covered Four group meals included Restaurants for all budgets Fast Food Markets Life On the Road

  14. On the Road • Attractions (all covered by the tour fee): City tours, museums, castles, theatre, writer’s homes, palaces, and much more • In your free Time: Shopping, hikes, side trips to places of individual interest, plays, movies, specialty museums, ghost tours, etc. etc. LOTS OF WALKING!

  15. Life On The Road • Currency • Exchanging not necessary • ATMS take care of all money needs • How much extra to budget? • Packing • Clothing: Informal all the way (or dress up if you like) • UMBRELLA • LAYERS • PACK LIGHT!

  16. Life On the Road • Safety and Security: relatively safe except for pickpockets in the big cities: Money belts are required equipment. • Culture Shock? Most Irish, Scots, and Brits love Americans

  17. How much does it cost? • Inclusive trip fee for air, ground, lodging and attractions. ~$3150 if we have ~20 students. Final price will depend on how many students and cost of airfare at time of ticketing.

  18. How Much Does It Cost • A Non-Profit Venture: THE MORE STUDENTS ON THE TOUR, THE LESS IT COSTS PER STUDENT • Price last year was $600 less than 2008 AND • ~$550 additional refunded last year when we had 25 students + good exchange rates + no emergencies + additional discounts. • Students used the windfall for Paris or England Free day.

  19. How Much Does it Cost? • Yes, the tour fee covers all air, coaches, tube, tours, all group attractions (1-4 per day), theatre tickets, most breakfasts + 4 dinners Your Expenses • Some breakfasts + lunches, snacks, dinners, souvenirs, extra attractions • Exchange rates: Good news this year • Euros and Pounds

  20. How Much Does It Cost? • Tuition • $850 per unit • You pay this amount, then PLNU puts 85% of tuition back into our trip fund. This subsidy lowers the tour fee; otherwise the tour would cost (and is worth) closer to $5500 • Another way of looking at it: If you’re ever going to take a summer class, this class will be almost free (85% discount) with the tour.

  21. HOW TO FINANCE • Summer income 2011 • Regular student loans • Plus loans

  22. How to Assure a place(Maximum 22 Students) • ASAP, or by Nov 8, bring your $300 Deposit to Student Financial Services. They will work with you on financing and billing • $300 2nd Deposit due January 15 • Last day to drop out without owing what we’ve committed or getting a substitute: ~December 15 (subject to change)

  23. OUR ASSURANCE: • The Most Tour for the Best Price ANYWHERE • Most schools/companies do one or two countries for more money, less time and/or fewer sights

  24. Rick Hill rhill@pointloma.edu (619) 849-2670 Office BAC 126 (858) 270-5227 Home CONTACT

  25. CONTACT Robin Dodds Lang email: robindoddslang@pointloma.edu Phone x2372 Office: Ryan Library, Circulation Supervisor

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