Athens Program

  Greece

• Athens: 
Athinai (Athens)

Term: Summer 
Dates: August 11 to September 12, 2009

Description: Students will study how the process of developing civil society in Greece is taking shape; this is done via interviews, participant observation and media analysis. Interviews will be conducted in English or with Greek translators. Participants in the program will be working with students from the Athens University of Economics and Business.

This course offers students a great opportunity to conduct original ethnographic research in Greece, while expanding their skills as researchers and critical thinkers.

Students will study how the process of developing civil society in Greece is taking shape; this is done via interviews, participant observation and media analysis. Interviews will be conducted in English or with Greek translators. Participants in the program will be working with students from the Athens University of Economics and Business.

This course offers students a great opportunity to conduct original ethnographic research in Greece, while expanding their skills as researchers and critical thinkers.

Highlights:
We visit the following sites:
*Athens
*Kimi, Euboea
*Aegina
*Hydra
*Santorini
*Naxos

Students reside in the comfortable Norwegian Institute Guesthouse just south of the Acropolis that includes washing machines and a roof garden. Regular weekend excursions are planned to several beautiful Greek islands. Internet access is available at the Norwegian Institute's Library and Seminar Room.

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Cost in US$: 4,200

Program fees DO NOT include:
* airfare
* International Student ID car
* insurance
* most meals
* and personal spending money
* the $250.00 IPE fee is in addition to the $3950.00 program fee.

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to American, Asian, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi, South African and Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Greece Independently

Typically Participants Work in Groups of 4-5

Application Process Involves:

• In-Person Interview when Feasible
• Letters of Reference
• Online Application plus Application Assessment

University of Washington's Mission Statement: The Athens Programs in Greece offer students a chance to gain a classical education in a challenging yet fun academic environment while being immersed in the rich Greek culture. Few other places on earth offer such a mix of rich ancient past and dynamic present; the eye and mind are filled with deep-seated impressions. From beautiful beaches to stunning scenery, great food, a relaxed and comfortable lifestyle and serenity  this is a land that enlivens the soul. Students experience the ancient culture and the dynamic new one in a close, personal way; yet, the goal of the program is to come away with a sense of having accomplished something for themselves and for the Greek community.

Year Founded: 2005