All students who wish to participate in the Rome Program must first enroll in and receive a satisfactory grade in Dsn S 301, the Study Abroad Preparation Seminar. 

 

The one-credit seminar provides a cultural introduction to Italy and vital information on the particulars of living, studying and traveling abroad. The course is designed to:

• prepare students for a positive personal and educational experience in Rome;
• help students develop realistic expectations about studying abroad;
• introduce students to the challenges related to resident study;
• ease pre-departure anxiety;
• present practical and logistical information about the Rome Program; and
• provide basic italian language instruction. 

Students interested in the summer or fall programs must take Dsn S 301 in the spring semester prior to studying in Rome. Students interested in the spring program must take it in the fall semester prior to studying in Rome.

 

Dsn S 301 is taught by Erin French, the International Programs Coordinator.

 

Graphic and interior design students interested in the fall program and studio arts students interested in the summer program should enroll in Art 494, the Art and Design in Europe Seminar, which is offered each spring semester.  It is taught by faculty members who will accompany students to Rome.