The University of Alabama will again offer its intensive academic summer program in Spain in Alcalá de Henares; a relatively small city (200,000) located approximately twenty miles east of Madrid.  Alcalá, the birthplace of Cervantes and an educational center for central Spain almost continuously since the thirteenth century, offers the student the perfect environment for an introduction to Spanish life.  The city is also a half-hour train or bus ride from Madrid, the political and cultural capital of Spain.  We will take advantage of Madrid's proximity for sightseeing and other events.  There will be several excursions to such places as Segovia, La Granja, Ávila, El Escorial, Valle de los Caídos, Toledo, and Córdoba.
 

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:

First Session: Dr. Daniel Arce
Commerce & Business Administration
250 Alston Hall
Box 870224
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL  35487-0224
Phone 205/348-6321; fax 205/348-0590
e-mail: darce@cba.ua.edu

Second Session: Dr. Connie Janiga-Perkins
Alabama in Spain Program
227 B.B. Comer Hall
Box 870246
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL 35487-0246
Phone 205/348-9909; fax 205/348-2042
e-mail: cjaniga@woodsquad.as.ua.edu

Copy, complete and return this form with a $500.00 non-refundable deposit (payable to U of A) and four passport-sized photos to be used for your I.D. cards (write your name and Spain on back of each photo) to: Alabama in Spain, Box 870254, Tuscaloosa, AL  35487-0254.  Deposit is due by March 1.  All payments are non-refundable after the due date.

Mr./Ms.: ____________________________

S.S. No.: ____________________________

Current Address: _________________________________________________________

Home Address: __________________________________________________________

Current Phone: _______________________
Home Phone: ________________________
Emergency Contact: ___________________
Emergency Phone: ____________________
Year in School: _______________________
Major: ___________ Division: ___________
Parent or Guardian: ___________________
Birth Date: __________________________
Parent(s) employed by UA?  Yes___ No___
Spanish courses taken: ___________________________________________________

Session I____ Session II____ Both____

Please indicate your choice of two courses from the list of classes provided for each session.
Course 1: ____________________________
Course 2: ____________________________

NOTE:  The University of Alabama reserves the right to modify the program or adjust its costs as necessitated by changes in economic conditions in Spain, or to cancel the program if necessary.  Students who are not from The University of Alabama must supply a transcript with their application.

Session I: May 27-July 3, 1999
Director: Dr. Daniel Arce (C & BA)
Session II: July 1-August 5, 1999
Director: Dr. Connie Janiga Perkins (A & S)

GENERAL INFORMATION

The program is a unique opportunity to provide students with a concentrated study of Spanish language, literature, culture, and international business.  Participants may earn six University of Alabama semester hours of credit at the Universidad de Alcalá.  All numbered courses count toward the minor, major and double major.  Additional courses count toward electives.

LIVING ARRANGEMENTS

Students stay with Spanish families in Alcalá.  Three meals a day are provided in the homes.

INSTRUCTION AND COURSES

Session I: Business and Culture
SP352 -- Conversation
SP354 -- Advanced Grammar/Composition
SP360 -- Commercial Spanish
SP363 -- Spanish Civilization
IBA350-- Introduction to World Business
                 (Taught in English and Spanish).
Additional Courses:
The European Union (in English)
Imports and Exports (in English)
Session II: Language and Literature
SP 352 - Conversation
SP 354 - Advanced Grammar/Composition
SP 490 - 20th Century Poetry/Drama
SP 590 - 20th Century Poetry/Drama
SP 588 - Advanced Spanish Civilization
SP 390 (AH380)- Art in the Prado Museum

SP202 is the Spanish prerequisite for going on the program.  Please check all other prerequisites for advanced courses.  Students who have taken SP353, SP356, and SP364 may take SP352, SP354, and SP363 for credit.  We STRONGLY urge students to take two courses during the program.

TRAVEL PREPARATIONS

Participants receive a booklet at the spring orientation meeting, which includes information on communications, finances, what to take, etc.

COST

The cost of the program is  $3,950.00 per session.  This includes round-trip air (Atlanta/Madrid/Atlanta), field trips, college fees, room and board with families, and an International Student I.D. Card (card provides minimal insurance).  Students who stay for both sessions can subtract one airfare. Financial Aid that you receive from The University of Alabama may apply.  Additional expenses are the responsibility of the student.  These include books, passports, personal expenses, additional health/accident insurance, and any additional travel.

PAYMENT SCHEDULE

March 1: $ 500.00 deposit
April 1: $2,000.00 second payment
May 3:  $1,450.00 final payment
  $3,950.00 TOTAL

NOTE:  Payments are nonrefundable after due date.

APPLICATION FORM

Please apply early!  To receive the fullest possible attention, the completed application form, and a $500 non-refundable deposit should be received by March 1, 1999.  Late applications may be considered.  The University of Alabama accepts Visa, MasterCard and Discover cards.  All requests, application, correspondence, and payments should be sent to:

Alabama in Spain
The University of Alabama
PO Box 870254
Tuscaloosa, AL  35487-0254.