Rome, Italy

I. INTRODUCTION

The University of Washington, Tacoma's Art, Culture, and History of the Eternal City program in Rome during Summer 2005 Session A this 12-credit course to undergraduate and graduate students in interdisciplinary studies. This program uses Rome as a laboratory to allow students to understand the role of art, history, and urbanism in the development of Western culture. The program introduces students to the urban history of Rome through extensive fieldwork in the streets, piazzas, museums, and monuments of the city. Lectures and discussions address the many facets of the cultural development of Rome and Italy, including geography, history, urban design, the city's relationship to its environment, art, and architecture. The course will be taught by Julie Nicoletta and Michael Kucher.

Itinerary includes:

Field trips to the Roman Forum, Domus Aurea, the Coliseum, Pompeii, Ostia Antica, Tivoli, the Vatican and other historic sites and museums.

II. STUDENT ELIGIBILITY

Non-matriculated and matriculated, undergraduate and graduate students may apply. Participants are selected on the basis of high scholarship, academic preparation, motivation, emotional maturity, and financial responsibility. No previous international/language experience is required. A maximum of 24 students will be accepted. Participants should not plan to be accompanied by family members; exceptions require prior approval by program faculty.

III. ASSIGNMENTS

Students will be required to do readings, give oral presentations in Rome, and design and conduct independent research projects. The research project will culminate in a 25-page paper and an oral presentation in Tacoma at the end of the summer session.

IV. TEXTS

Valerio Lintner, A Traveller's History of Italy , 2003.
Amanda Claridge, Judith Toms, and Tony Cubberley, Rome: An Oxford Archaeological Guide , 1998.
Peter Connolly, The Ancient City: Life in Classical Athens & Rome , 1998.
Sylvan Barnet, A Short Guide to Writing about Art , 7th ed., 2003.

Note: listed texts may change.

V. FACILITIES AND LODGING

The University of Washington, Tacoma's program in Rome is housed at the UW Rome Center in the Palazzo Pio, located in the city's historic center. The Palazzo traces its origins to the Roman Theater of Pompey (55 BC), portions of which are still visible within the building and the surrounding neighborhood. It serves the program's studio, computing, lecture, library, seminar and administrative functions. The program arranges for student housing located within walking distance of the Palazzo Pio. There are no single rooms available in Rome.

VI. APPLICATION

To apply for TIBCIN 452 , download, print, and complete the Application Form (PDF). Completed applications are due Friday, February 22, 2005 along with a $250 deposit, made out to UW Tacoma. Please be sure to write "Rome Summer 2005" on the memo line of your check. A copy of your most recent transcript must accompany your application from each college or university attended. Applications will be accepted until the program is full, but priority will be given to people whose applications are complete by February 22, 2005.

VII. PROGRAM FEES

Total program fee is $3,500 for undergradutae students, $4,000 for grad students. Program fees are divided into academic course fees and travel fees. All academic course fees will be charged to participants' UW student accounts, and are paid the same way as tuition. After the initial $250 travel deposit due at the time of application, remaining travel fees ($1750) are paid to UW Tacoma according to the payment schedule below. The academic course fee is $1500 (undergrad), $2000 (grad) and includes a $100 non-refundable administrative fee charged by UW Tacoma International Programs. Information about financial aid for study abroad programs is available on the "Financial Aid For Foreign Study Programs" section of the Resources Link.

NOTE: If you wish to take courses during Summer 2005 B Term in addition to this international travel course, you will have to pay tuition (above and beyond the academic course fee) for those credits.

VIII. REFUND CONDITIONS FOR TRAVEL FEES

1. If you are not accepted to the program, the entire $250 travel deposit will be refunded.
2. If you are accepted and withdraw prior to May 1, 2005 you will forfeit the deposit and will be reimbursed for for any recoverable payments already made or committed on behalf of the participant.
3. If you withdraw after May 1, 2005 you will forfeit the entire $250 deposit and all travel fees already paid.

Notice of Withdrawal from the program MUST be made in writing to:

UWT International Programs: "Rome Summer 2005"
Box 358437
University of Washington, Tacoma
1900 Commerce Street
Tacoma, WA 98402

IX. TRAVEL PROGRAM

A. What's Included:

• Housing in Rome
• Classroom, library, and computer lab use
• Required field trips
• Required museum entrance fees
• Italian Visa:
  Students selected to participate must complete the following forms:
  Instructions for Italian Visa Application
  Affidavit of Financila Support
  Application for Schengen Visa

B. Not Included:

• Student health and travel insurance
• Air transportation to and from Rome
• Food and personal expenses
• Bus or taxi fares in Rome
• Travel documents (Italian visa is included)
• Textbooks

Students should be prepared to purchase the majority of their supplies as they would on their home campus. Students should budget approximately $800-$1000 for airfare, $75 for textbooks, and $20-30 per day for their living expenses (food, personal needs, and in-city travel).

C. Accommodations:

The program arranges for student housing located in apartments within walking distance of the Palazzo Pio. There are no single rooms available in Rome.

D. Travel Documents

A U.S. passport valid 6 months beyond your anticipated date of return to the U.S. is required. Updated 3/15/05 - Travel visa is required. Refer to section A for details.

E. Health Requirements:

No immunizations are required for Italy. However, it is advisable that you are up-to-date on your regular immunization schedule. Field trips requiring walking several miles a day will be part of the program, so participants should be in reasonably good physical condition.

F. Climate

Rome in the summer is usually hot and humid with temperatures reaching 100 degrees F during the day and in the 80s and 90s at night. Rainstorms occasionally pass through the region, temporarily cooling temperatures.

G. Insurance

Health insurance coverage is mandatory . Students in University of Washington degree programs may purchase UW student insurance or other coverage; others must provide their own insurance, and provide proof of insurance coverage at time of application. For more information, see http://depts.washington.edu/ipe/stu/insurance.shtml.

H. Reservation and Payment Schedule for Travel Fees

This payment schedule applies to the travel fees totaling $2,000. All other expenses, including academic course fee, transatlantic travel, food, travel documents, textbooks, and UW student insurance are the personal responsibility of the student. All students are expected to make payments according to the following schedule. In the case of financial aid support students must work with the Financial Aid office.

Travel fee payments may be made with a personal check, money order, certified or cashier's check. Please make checks payable to University of Washington, Tacoma (UWT). Write "Rome Summer 2005" in the memo line of the check.

Send checks to:
University of Washington, Tacoma
Cashier (MAT 354)
1900 Commerce Street
Tacoma, WA 98402

I. Travel Cancellations:

If you are not accepted to the program, the $250 deposit will be refunded. If you are accepted and withdraw prior to May 1, the deposit will be not be refunded but you will be refunded any recoverable payments already made or committed on behalf of the participant. Any student withdrawing after May 1, 2005 will forfeit the entire $250 deposit and all travel fees already paid. Notice of withdrawal from the program must be made in writing to UWT International Programs at the address above.

X. CHANGES IN COST OR SCOPE OF PROGRAM

In the event of significant devaluation of the dollar, some adjustments to program activities may be necessary. If there are any political events that might compromise the safety of the participants, a rescheduling or cancellation of the program may be necessary. If such changes occur, students will be notified of the changes in the program and options will be given.

XI. PROGRAM CANCELLATION

If viable enrollment is not reached by April 1, 2005 , the program will be canceled and all recoverable monies paid in will be refunded. As soon as viable enrollment is reached, participants will be notified by email so that they may buy an airline ticket.

XII. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS

The University of Washington reaffirms its policy of equal opportunity regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam era veteran in accordance with University policy and applicable federal and state statutes and regulations. The University of Washington is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process contact the Disability Support Services Office at least ten days in advance. An appointment can be made through the front desk of Student Affairs (253-692-4400), through Student Services (692-4501), or by phoning Lisa Tice at 692-4493 (voice) or 692-4413 (TTY), or by email (ltice@u.washington.edu).