Haworth, the hometown of the Brontes is only minutes away from Sheffield and will be a site for many visits. Professor Gail Turley, Houston's Bronte course is one of the most popular offered by the Department of English. Dr. Houston is a well known Victorianist, having made many research trips to England and has published two books on Charles Dickens and victorian writer's views of Queen Victoria. The Brontes . Students may also arrange an Independent Study with Dr. Houston.
Enrollment is restricted.
Housing is arranged at the University of Sheffield. For additional information contact International Programs at 277-4032. The Latin American and Iberian Institute is sponsoring 6 summer programs in various locations in Mexico. The programs are designed to allow graduate and undergraduate students the opportunity to explore a region of Latin America and to enhance their knowledge of the culture, society, and language of this region first-hand. Students are usually placed with Mexican families for the duration of their stay in order to improve cultural understanding and Spanish speaking skills, and enjoy concerts, lectures, films, and field trips.