Italy - Arts in Florence
The Department of Communication Arts will offer the Arts in Florence Italy course from May 19 - June 12, 2008.
Arts in Florence
6 or 7 credits in various fields
Alex Bostic: contact information
Phone: (804) 828 - 3658
abostic@vcu.edu
The Office of International Education and the Department of Communication Arts in the School of the Arts at Virginia Commonwealth University, in conjunction with the European Heritage Institute are pleased to offer a unique opportunity to study on site in one of the world’s foremost cultural capitals. Florence is a quintessential Italian town with cobblestone streets, art museums on every corner filled with some of the most historical and impressive pieces created by man, quaint cafes and galleries, and grand piazzas where you can watch the world go by. There’s something to view around every corner — whether it be statues, fountains, churches or something as simple as a picturesque, winding alleyway.
Course and credit options: 6 or 7 VCU credits
All participants will register for COAR 491 Studio Topics in Communication Arts: Drawing in Italy.
Course description:
COAR 491 Drawing in Italy:
This course will engage students in drawing from a myriad of opportunities of Italian scenes including, street scenes, landscape and monuments.
A variety of drawing techniques and media will be employed such as pencil, oil pastels and watercolor.
Program cost: $+ airfare + applicable VCU tuition
The program fee covers accommodations, Italian health insurance, study tours and admissions, weekend excursion to Venice, VCU administrative fees, the International Student Identification Card, and the program director’s expenses. Students are responsible for the cost of tuition, some meals and other miscellaneous personal expenses. Please budget for these additional expenses. The estimated cost for personal expenses, not including tuition and airfare, is $1,000.
Tuition: Tuition is charged separately and additionally at standard VCU rates for in-state students and at a 40 percent discount for out-of-state students. Estimated costs, based on current tuition per credit, are as follows: undergraduate in-state, $167 (per 3 credit class: $502); undergraduate out-of-state, $400 (per 3 credit class: $1,200); graduate in-state, $356 (per 3 credit class: $1,068); graduate out-of-state, $532 (per 3 credit class: $1,596).
Airfare: Airfare is not included. Participants are responsible for their own round-trip travel arrangements from the United States to Italy. Professor Bostic will assist participants in identifying a low-cost option for the group. For best fares you should purchase your ticket prior to April 15.
Payment of fees: The nonrefundable application fee of $50 is due upon registration. A nonrefundable deposit of $200 is due two weeks after receipt of the acceptance packet. Students who register after April 1 must pay the deposit and registration fee together upon registration. The balance of the program fee and the tuition costs will be billed through VCU Student Accounting after May 2006.
Application deadline: April 14. 2006 Applications will be accepted until the deadline, or until participant space is full.
Activities and excursions: The program will include museum visits and study tours, most notably an overnight excursion to the historic and breathtaking city of Venice. Venice is considered an architectural marvel, one that has been discovered to be in jeopardy of sinking. Participants also will have the opportunity to join other excursions to a variety of memorable Italian locations or may spend their weekends enjoying the marvels of Florence.
Accommodations and meals: Housing will be arranged on a double occupancy basis in two-bedroom apartments, about a 15-minute walk from the Art Institute of Florence. Students may prepare meals in their apartments, or eat at the Art Institute of Florence, or in cafes and restaurants in the city.
Financial aid and scholarships: Eligible VCU students may apply for need-based financial aid to participate in this program. Contact VCU Financial Aid in Ginter House. VCU offers its students a limited number of scholarships for study abroad participation. Contact VCU Education Abroad or see our Web site for further details.
Program director: Alex Bostic, professor of communication arts, has been at Virginia Commonwealth University for the past 15 years. Professor Bostic has led multiple study abroad programs for the university, including programs in Italy to Florence and Gualdo Tadino. He is a professional illustrator, and has been drawing and painting for over 25 years.
Every effort is made to provide updated and accurate information at the time of publication. The sponsors reserve the right to make necessary changes to the programs and costs.
COAR 491 Drawing in Italy:
This course will engage students in drawing from a myriad of opportunities of Italian scenes including, street scenes, landscape and monuments.
A variety of drawing techniques and media will be employed such as pencil, oil pastels and watercolor.
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