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	Department: Foreign Languages and Study Abroad Leaders:Dr. Vanesa Landrus (vmlandrus@eiu.edu) is the program leader. Able Spanish provides instruction and host families. Subjects: Spanish
	Terms/Timeframe: Summer - June 8th - July 8
	Language:Spanish
	Credits: 6
	Budget: Lower Division (STA2961) Upper Division (STA3961 + FLS4650)
	Eligibility:
	Good Academic Standing Good Judicial Standing FLS 1102 or above
	Application Deadlines:
	FEBRUARY 1, 2013 * Space is available on a first-come, first-served basis and is limited. * Scholarship applications are due on January 11, 2013.
	Application Materials:
	Customized Application Please speak with Dr. Vanesa Landrus beforehand to see if you qualify. Host Application Form Also, please complete your Travel Consultation (as indicated in your EIU Application checklist).

Academic Program

Córdoba has long been considered one of the most culturally rich cities of Argentina. Córdoba merits that designation because of its literary, musical, and historical value. Not only is Córdoba an important city, but with a population similar to that of San Antonio, it is also the second largest city in Argentina right after the capital, Buenos Aires. An interesting fact about Córdoba is that the geographical center of Argentina is near Córdoba.

See Dr. Vanesa Landrus for more information (vmlandrus@eiu.edu or 581-3890)

This program is organized and sporsored by Able Spanish, Independiencia 233 - Centro, Córdoba, Argentina, Tel: +54-351-423-3300

Watch a promotional video put together by Able Spanish.

Download a brochure put together by Able Spanish.

Airfare will be arranged by students. The estimated cost of airfare is $1,300. All students need to arrive at the Córdoba International Airport (COR-Ingeniero Aeronautico Ambrosio L.V. Taravella Intl.) where they will be picked up on June 8 and depart on July 8. For an itinerary with multiple stops flights, it is recommended to have a minimum of 2 to 3 hours wait between connections.

"I honestly am so glad I chose this program. It was life changing in the best of ways. My eyes have been permanently opened to the beautiful and rich culture of not only Argentina, but South America. It was by far the best experience I have ever had in my life. Again, I would reccomend this program to ANY student regardless of his or her level of Spanish proficiency." - Amanda Korduck, Summer 2011 participant.

Activities / Itinerary

Academic Courses: Spend 4 hours per day (Monday thru Friday) learning Spanish.

Optional Weekend Excurions
(NOT INCLUDED IN THE PROGRAM OR PRICE, BUT AVAILABLE UPON YOUR ARRIVAL)

**You will need to pay with cash or paypal, so please plan for this accordingly.**

Trip to “las Sierras” La Cumbre, Valle Calamuchita, one day horse back riding in the mountains and big barbecue “asado” for lunch. One night in Posada Lambares with breakfast: $220.

One weekend in Mendoza: visits to vineyards, wine tasting, rafting in rivers. One night in Hotel in Mendoza with breakfast: $350. Bus ticket included.

One weekend in Buenos Aires, city tours, one overnight in hotel with breakfast, city tours, museum, tango shows. $500. Bus ticket included.

Enrollment/Credit

You will earn Spanish credit at EIU for your study in Argentina. While studying in Argentina with the Able Spanish sponsored program, you will have the opportunity to improve your reading, writing, understanding and conversation skills - all of which will be applied in real life communicational situations. Visit the Department Chair of Foreign Languages, Dr. Stephen Canfield for course approval information, and confirmation of the appropriate level.

There are two enrollment options for this course, depending on your Spanish language experiences to date.
Option 1: Lower Division, students will receive 6 credits of STA2961. Able Spanish provides instruction.
Option 2: Upper Division, students will receive 5 credits of STA3961 + 1 credit of FLS4650 "History and Culture of Argentina." The 1 credit course will be taught by Dr. Landrus during the first week of the program, and the remaining 3 weeks will be taught by Able Spanish instructors.

Health Preparation

See your doctor at least 4-6 weeks before your trip to allow time for immunizations to take effect. The Center for Disease Control recommends certain vaccines for Argentina.

Housing

You will be staying with a host family, with three meals per day.

Orientations

A pre-departure orientation will be provided and is required for all participants. This orientation will cover information on safety, health, legal, environmental, political, cultural, and religious conditions in the host country, as well as planning logistics.

Necessary Documents

Passport
To enter a foreign country, you must have a valid passport. If you are a U.S. citizen and do not currently have a valid passport, or if your passport will expire during the time you will be overseas, please go to the U.S. State Department web site for information on how to apply for/renew your passport.

YOUR PASSPORT MUST BE VALID FOR 6 MONTHS AFTER DATE OF DEPARTURE

You are strongly encouraged to read the U.S. State Department's Consular Information Sheet on your host countries. It will provide you with a great deal of information to help you prepare for your trip.

Visa and Fees
U.S. citizens do not need a visa for visits of up to 90 days for tourism or business. As a result of a recent change in Argentine law in Spring 2013, prior to arrival in Argentina at any entry point, U.S. citizen tourist and business travelers must pay a $160 reciprocity fee by credit card online at the Provincia Pagos website . Once paid, you must print out the receipt and present it to the Argentine immigration officer at the time of entry.The fee is valid for ten years from the date of payment and multiple entries.