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.
Students spend eight weeks in each city.
In Florence, and optional intensive course in Italian is offered in January. Exposure to contemporary Russian life is featured in coursework, field trips, individual projects, and travel. Most student live with Russian families, though students may also live in university dormitories. September through December. This ACM program is designed for advanced work in the social and natural sciences.