Community College of
Rhode Island
Department of Foreign Languages and Cultures
and the
CCRI Italian Club
Invite you to participate in a Complete Immersion Program
in the Italian language and culture
Discover the land of Italy and its people...
history, culture, panoramic views, museums,
palaces, churches, monuments, medieval cities with their enchanting
"piazze" and "vicoli", Renaissance villas, authentic culinary and
folklore traditions
and much more!
Summer Program in Italy
June 27 - July 19, 2012
1-week program -June 27- July 05, 2012
2-week program -June 27 - July 12, 2012
The CCRI Summer Program in Italy provides a rich educational experience for its participants with a focus on the artistic, intellectual, spiritual and cultural traditions of Umbria and nearby regions. Be more than a tourist and experience the deep sense and beauty of Italy. Enjoy Italy’s rich culture, enduring traditions and peaceful atmosphere. Appreciate a civilization that began with the Etruscans, expanded during the Roman Empire, persevered during the Middle Ages, flourished during the Renaissance, and paved the way to modern-day Italy. Assimilate the wonder and marvels of Italy with a sense of self-discovery and a rich, memorable life experience. Enhance your educational, professional and personal growth by enrolling in our one, two or three-week program along with family and friends.
Location
Our program will be held in
Orvieto, a medieval town high on a plateau of tufo, a volcanic rock, that was once an
island in the sea that covered the Paglia valley below. Orvieto offers an idyllic setting for immersing
yourself in the Italian language and culture. Orvieto, in the
province of
Terni is
located in the
Umbria region, the land of the pre-Roman Etruscan
civilization. Orvieto is 120 km (75 miles) north of Rome, and 160 km (100
miles) south of Florence. Umbria, the "Green Heart of Italy",
"il Cuore verde d'Italia", one of Italy’s smallest regions, a
picturesque and still largely undiscovered treasure, lies in the center of
the country, east of Tuscany, north of Lazio and west of the Marches.
What to see in
Orvieto?
Stroll down narrow medieval alleyways that lead you to the imposing Duomo
built during the years 1290-1320. In the Gothic-Romanesque style, the Duomo
and its façade, designed by Luca Signorelli, are a mix of marble and mosaics. Inside, one
admires Signorelli's frescoes (1499) in San Brizio's Chapel. A
few steps from the Duomo, the Papal Palace is now a museum of medieval artifacts.
The Pozzo di San Patrizio is a well built in the period 1527-1537 on
the orders of Pope Clement VII who sought refuge here during the sacking of
Rome. Its famous double staircase winds down into the well (62 meters (200
feet), 248 steps for each ramp). The Temple of Belvedere, near the well
of San Patrizio is another site of Etruscan interest. The
Palazzo del Capitano del Popolo (1160), a city hall in
the Middle Ages, is now a convention center. There is
the Etruscan Museum, Museo Faina, in front of the cathedral, and the
Etruscan Necropolis
del Crocefisso del Tufo just outside the town. Orvieto underground,
"Parco delle grotte" is unique and special; and, of course, Orvieto's
"piazze" and Corso Cavour can be enjoyed over and over again each evening during our "passeggiata",
a nightly ritual conversing with
native speakers and savoring a delicious "gelato".
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Program
Classes are held at the LinguaSì Institute,
at GHI as well as during excursions. In addition to the regular classroom instructional
hours, participants may opt to take part in "Conversiamo all’aperto",
a
language practicum with native speakers at local cafés and trattorie.
● Elementary Italian I (ITAL 1010-999-3 Credits)
A beginning Italian language course enabling participants to master pronunciation, vocabulary, sentence structures and conversation skills, fostering interaction with the community. Cultural aspects of Italy are emphasized.
● Conversational Italian I (ITAL 1510-999- 3 Credits)
A course to further develop the student’s fluency in spoken Italian. Oral practice includes active use of the language in dialogues, stressing communication and pronunciation. Cultural readings provide material for conversation and discussion.
● Italian Heritage (ITAL 1900-999-3 Credits)
An overview of the historical, artistic and literary development of the Italian culture and civilization from the Fall of the Roman Empire to Modern Italy. Guest lecturers, visits to museums and class discussions highlight significant aspects of Italian literary, social and artistic life and their contribution to Western Civilization. Course conducted in English.
● Italian Culture-Cuisine (ITAL 1910- 999- 1 Credit)
The aim of this course is to gain
knowledge and appreciation for the vast gastronomic culture of Umbria and
nearby regions. Classes will combine a hands-on workshop with lectures on
the rich historical, literary and artistic aspects of this marvelous and
genuine land, still intact with its purity.
Course conducted in English-Italian.
● Italian for Business and Travel ( ITAL 8040- 999- 1 Credit)
This course is designed particularly for employees of travel agencies, those in wholesales/retail or import/export businesses and those individuals who are planning a cultural trip to Italy. The course is tailored to the needs of the individual who wants to gain knowledge and appreciation of the Italian language and culture expediently. Emphasis is placed on common verbal expressions for basic communication, such as greetings, lodging, shopping, food, transportation and cultural information about Italian customs and traditions. ● Courses in Elementary
Italian II, Intermediate
Italian I-II and Italian
Conversation and Composition I-II are also available upon request.
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Excursions
The 2012 Summer Program in Italy will include guided excursions
to
Rome,
Florence,
Perugia,
Assisi,
Todi and
Spoleto. Optional excursions will be available to other areas of Umbria
and Tuscany regions. Participants will have the opportunity to visit a
variety of sites, museums, art galleries and artesian studios. They
will participate in local festivals and unique workshops such as making delicious
gelato, pizza, pasta and much more!
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Accommodations
Participants are housed in Orvieto
at the
Grand Hotel
Italia,
an elegant landmark building dating back to the Renaissance, conveniently located in the center
of Orvieto. The hotel offer spacious lounges and meeting rooms,
comfortable rooms with
air-conditioning and a private bath and several
terraces with spectacular views of the Umbrian countryside. A buffet breakfast
is included.
Meals
Special group meals are included in the
program. Participants should budget
approximately $35.00-$45.00 per day.
Travel Arrangements and Information
Program participants must make their own
travel arrangements to and from Italy. Ground transportation, on the day of
arrival, will be available at no extra
charge as long as participants travel as a
group at the same time.
Participants are strongly recommended to purchase travel insurance. Please
check with your travel agent.
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Program Cost
3-week program (June 27-July 19, 2012)
Program
Cost $2,795.00*
(Single room supplement $575.00,
provided that single accommodations are available).
2-week program (June 27-July 12, 2012)
Program
Cost $2,595.00*
(Single room supplement $450.00,
provided that single accommodations are available).
1-week program (June 27-July 05, 2012)
Program
Cost $2,395.00*
(Single room supplement $375.00,
provided that single accommodations are available).
*(Cost is based on double room occupancy.)
