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May 15 to June 20, 2008
The ASU Program in Mexico consists of five days in Mexico City followed by four weeks in Merida, Yucatan, for 5 weeks total. The program includes substantial cultural travel in the Mayan region, in such world-renowned sites as Chichen-Itza, Tulum, Xcaret, Celestun, Izamal and the international resort town of Playa del Carmen in the Riviera Maya. To maximize the language immersion experience, students will reside with local Merida families, and will take classes with ASU instructors, as well as local Merida experts in Mayan culture.
Enrollment period has expired.
Program Cost: $2,260
$275.00 deposit fee required for enrollment.
Tuition and fees are not included with the program cost.
Acceptable payment types include Visa and Mastercard.
Program Name: Merida and Mexico City
Credit Requirement: 6
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Locations
MEXICO CITY (MAY 15-19)
The country's capital and center of Mexican culture for over 800 years, Mexico City offers multiple cultural sites and activities, with ultramodern buildings alongside Pre-Hispanic and colonial ones. We will visit sites related to its beginnings as the Aztec capital of Tenochtitlan (Templo Mayor, Museum of Anthropology), its conquest and period as the colonial capital of New Spain (Cathedral, Guadalupe, Coyoacán) all the way to the post-independence modern urban landscape of today (Palacio Nacional , Bellas Artes, Xochimilco, San Angel, Frida Kahlo Museum). We will also visit the ancient pyramids of Teotihuacan, a pre-Aztec civilization, one hour outside the city, and the tallest on the continent.
MERIDA (MAY 20-JUNE 20)
Merida is a pleasant colonial city in the Yucatan Peninsula and features a tranquil lifestyle with all modern-day conveniences. Its cultural offerings, size and safe character make it a perfect place to study the Spanish language, Mexican and Latin American literature, as well as Pre-Hispanic and modern Mayan culture. Numerous archeological sites are easily accessible by bus. This city is located a half hour bus trip from the sea, and about three hours away from the resorts of Cancun and Playa del Carmen.
Eligibility
The program is open to all qualified students interested in Mexican/Mayan/Latin American culture and in learning or strengthening their language skills in the Spanish language.
Applications with a $275 non-refundable deposit are due on or before April 1, 2008. Applications received after the deadline will be considered on a space available basis.
Academic Program
Classes are held Monday through Thursday in the morning. Normal enrollment is for a total of six credits.
- SPA 202 | Intermediate Spanish (4)
- SPA 294 | ST: Conversation on Mayan Topics (2)
- SPA 313 | Spanish Conversation and Composition (3)
- SPA 314 | Spanish Conversation and Composition (3)
- SPA 325 | Introduction to Hispanic Literature (3)
- SPA 428 | Spanish American Literature (3)
- SPA 472 | Spanish American Civilization (3)
- SPA 494 | ST: Ancient and Modern Mayan Culture (3)
- SPA 499 | Independent Study (1 - 4)
Living Accommodations
In Mexico City, students will stay at a centrally located hotel from where we will visit many sites of historic significance. In Merida, students will reside with several host families, who are carefully chosen and have experience hosting American students.
Cost Information
The cost of $2,260 (subject to change) includes: housing, meals, and organized travel. Not included: ASU tuition and fees, airfare to and from Mexico City and Merida (about $700), additional meals and incidentals (approx. $17/day).
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.
Director(s)
Program Director
Dr. Jabier Elorrieta
School of International Letters and Cultures
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ 85287-0202
Office: LL 415-B
Phone: (480) 727-0236
Email: jabier@asu.edu
