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CAMBRIDGE
Cambridge is a picturesque city on the River Cam about ninety miles northeast of London. The city itself has a long, eventful history and has been famous as a university city since 1231. Its thirty-plus colleges provide a magnificent historic and architectural backdrop to the study of medieval and Renaissance culture. Cambridge is on a main train line, so cities such as London, Bath, York, and Edinburgh are easily accessible. Students will have ample opportunity to travel on their own throughout the British Isles and/or other European destinations.

ST. CATHARINE'S
St. Catharine's ("Catz" for short) was founded in the 15th century and is situated on King's Parade, in the center of town and within walking distance of a multitude of amenities. Students lodge at either the Catz or St. Chad's residence halls.

Eligibility

This program is open to all ASU undergraduate and graduate students, as well as students from other universities (regardless of major) and non-degree students (proof of measles immunization required). Preference is given, however, to students taking courses for credit or taking research hours. Students should be aware that many of the mandatory excursions will involve vigorous walking, climbing stairs, and negotiating crowded cobbled streets or the London Underground. Participants should be willing and prepared to adapt to a different environment and culture. Applications and a $275 non-refundable deposit are due on or before February 4, 2008. If more applications are received than there is space available, selection will be based on additional criteria, such as class level and GPA.

Academic Program

Courses are offered to undergraduates and graduates, and are cross-listed in several disciplines. In addition, graduate students have the option to register for thesis or research hours and have the unique opportunity to gain access to various British research libraries and archives. Classes will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Please select two courses (6 credit hours) from the listing below:

Living Accommodations

Students lodge in private dormitory rooms at either St. Catharine's College or its annex, St. Chad's. Dorms have limited kitchen facilities and shared bathrooms. Monday-Friday, bedders will tidy rooms and make beds. Students may select one of three housing and meal plans.

Cost Information

Plan A: $3,900; Plan B: $4,817; Plan C: $5,054. Costs (subject to possible change) include program fees, housing, opening/closing formal dinners, and course excursions. Not included: ASU tuition/fees, airfare (recommended flight on British Airways available through STA Travel), passport, books, additional meals, independent travel and personal expenses.

The Program may allow for time which can be spent in non-Program activities. Participants may wish to travel, sightsee or participate in activities or events in which they have a personal interest. Please note that the participant is fully responsible for making arrangements and for all costs of transportation, lodging, food and additional expenses that may be associated with any non-Program activities.

Housing and Meal Plan A: $3,900
Chad’s Suite Room
2 Formal Dinners

Housing and Meal Plan B: $4,817
Catz Dormitory Room
Breakfast included
7 Dining Hall Meals/week
2 Formal Dinners

Housing and Meal Plan C: $5,054
Catz Dormitory Room
Breakfast included
11 Dining Hall Meals/week
2 Formal Dinners

Director(s)

Professor Jim P. Helfers
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Grand Canyon University
Bldg. 6, Rm. 127
3300 W. Camelback Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85107
Tel: 602-639-6092
Fax: 602-639-7823
E-mail: jhelfers@gcu.edu

For more information about the program, please contact:

Jennifer Michaud
Arizona Center for Medieval and Renaissance Studies
Arizona State University
Lattie F. Coor Hall, Rm. 4432
PO Box 874402
Tempe, AZ 85287-4402
Tel: 480-965-8097
Fax: 480-965-1681
E-mail: jennifer.michaud@asu.edu

For complete details, visit the ACMRS website: http://www.asu.edu/clas/acmrs/web_pages/academic_programs/ac_pro_cambridge.html.

Support Faculty Member(s)

Paul Hartle
St. Catherine's College
University of Cambridge
Cambridge CB2 1RL
UNITED KINGDOM
E-mail: pnh1000@cam.ac.uk

Christine Helfers
Department of English
Arizona State University
PO Box 870302
Tempe, AZ 85287-0302
Tel: 480-727-6094
Fax: 480-965-3451
E-mail: Christine.Helfers@asu.edu

Robert Sturges
Department of English
Arizona State University
PO Box 870302
Tempe, AZ 85287-0302
Tel: 480-965-4861
Fax: 480-965-3451
E-mail: Robert.Sturges@asu.edu

Rosalynn Voaden
Department of English
Arizona State University
PO Box 870302
Tempe, AZ 85287-0302
Tel: 480-965-3364
Fax: 480-965-3451
E-mail: Rosalynn.Voaden@asu.edu