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Blarney Castle With a history that stretches back thousands of years before the Common Era, it’s no surprise that Ireland is a land rich in folklore and mythology. You’ve probably heard about the cunning leprechauns that will give you a pot of gold if you can catch them, and the banshees that wail into [...] Europe is old. You’re going to get that impression pretty quickly if you choose to study at one of Aspire by API’s sites in France, Italy, Spain, or Ireland. Reminders of the past are commonplace throughout all of these sites: you’ll see statues, plaques, and memorials on almost every street and town square. You’ll [...] To me, Paris is a snail without its shell. The snaking layout of the twenty arrondissements, once hidden behind a sturdy wall of protection, now lies open for the world to explore. Similarly, after a few days of exploring, the seemingly impenetrable aura of the city doesn’t seem so frightening to me anymore. Every part [...] Safety is an important issue no matter how experienced a traveler you may be. Though many students and those who live abroad/have lived abroad will say they feel much safer overseas than in the U.S., that does not mean that it is true nor that you should not be smart and aware of safety issues. [...] If you want to practice your listening skills in French before going abroad, there are lots of podcasts available online for you to check out. You can subscribe to them through iTunes or another program, and then listen on your iPod or other MP3 player while walking around campus, your home town, or on your [...] INFORMATION – learn about study abroad and adapt expectations Students who take the time to seriously think about what they expect out of their study abroad experience often report feeling more successful throughout their time abroad. If you have already thought through your goals and written a “Letter to Yourself”, you have taken a step [...] Below are links to national French newspapers and online media to help you find out a little bit about your host country before you leave. Not only will you feel more informed about where you are going, but you will have something to chat about with your new friends! http://www.france2.fr/ http://www.frenchfriends.info/french/press http://www.lefigaro.fr/ (French) http://www.lemonde.fr (French) [...] Your API on-site director will play an essential role in your study abroad experience. She will be there from the beginning, meeting you at the airport, leading the on-site orientation and cultural excursions, and assisting with any special needs or crises that arise during your time abroad. Your director is also a great source of [...] Geography: France is about the size of Texas. In Europe, it is second in size after Russia. Population: 61.5 million with over 75 million tourists visiting each year. Régions: 22 L’Alsace, l’Aquitaine, l’Auvergne, la Basse-Normandie, la Bourgogne, Bretagne, le Centre, la Champagne-Ardenne, la Corse (special status), la Franche-Comté, La Haute-Normandie, l’ Île-de-France, le Languedoc-Roussillon, le [...] |
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