A family living experience in Tokyo provides an informal education in Japanese culture. Japanese language study is not required for acceptance into the program, but at least one term of Japanese must be completed before departure. August through June. This program, focused on the humanities and social sciences, is planned to take full advantage of its Costa Rican setting. Coursework in language, literature, geography, anthropology, politics, or in cultural change provides insight which are reinforced by group field trips and a two-week period of individual field work in rural areas.
Language study is stressed as the key to in-depth understanding of the culture.
In San Jos and its environs, students live with families both to improve their language ability and to enjoy continuous, personal involvement in the daily life of a Latin American community. September through December. The ACM London and Florence program offers a cultural comparison of two Renaissance cities. Art, architecture, and theater are considered in their historical and political context. Coursework in art, architecture, drama, Italian language, and history or literature is supplemented by visits to museums, galleries and the theater, short field trips to other areas of England and Italy and discussions with local scholars.