The Country - cuba
Because of limited opportunities for US citizens to travel to Cuba and the country’s historical leadership and political identity, Cuba fascinates and invites exploration. Cuba is the most populous island nation in the Caribbean, with a population of over 11 million people and is the largest in area. Its culture and people originate from diverse sources, including the aboriginal Taíno and Ciboney peoples, Spanish colonialists, African slaves and the United States influences. Cuba has an incredible 99.8% literacy rate, an infant death rate lower than some developed countries, and an average life expectancy of 77.64. The country is rich in the arts, including music, literature, and theater, as well as in the areas of cuisine and sports.
The Program - Drama and Performance in Cuba Today
This three-credit program revolves around the study of Cuban theater. Students will examine Cuba today through the perspective of theater. The course will include an initial period of preparation on Marquette's campus and two weeks in Cuba, followed by reflection back on Marquette's campus. The program and course has three main objectives:
- To take a brief look at Cuba’s recent history
- To obtain an overview of Cuban theater
- To study and experience Cuban theater of today
- To learn more about the unique historical and political contexts of Cuba through academic study, visits to significant Cuban cultural sites, and interaction with prominent figures in the Cuban performing arts scene.
Highlights of the program include:
- Lectures with prominent figures in the Cuban theater scene
- Attendance at one to two theater performances
- Excursions throughout Cuba
Academics
Eligibillity
2.5 GPA; equivalent of four semesters of college-level Spanish (2002 or above at Marquette); Students must be degree seeking and be able to apply this course towards their degree.
Language
Course is taught in Spanish
Orientation
All students will participate in an orientation and initial preparation on Marquette's campus prior to departure.
Courses offered
This program consists of a 3-credit Marquette course on Cuban Theater. (SPAN 4660-undergrad and SPAN 5660-grad) The course will be taught by Marquette professor, Dr. Raquiel Aguilu de Murphy with guest lectures in Cuba.
Housing
Housing and meals will be provided and pre-arranged by the program. The group will stay in the Martin Luther King Center in Havana, Cuba.
Dates
This is a short-term faculty-led summer program.
| Summer 2012 | |
| Preparation at Marquette | June 27-29 |
| Departure to Miami | June 30 |
| Arrival in Cuba | July 1 |
| Depart Cuba | July 15 |
| Reentry at Marquette | July 16-17 |
Visa & Travel
A student visa is not required for this program, however all students must have a valid passport that extends three months past the ending date of the program. Students will be responsible for purchasing their own airfare to Miami. Tickets from Miami to Havana will be purchased by the program.
COSTS
| Tuition | Program Fee | Meals | Books | Airfare | Passport/Visa | Other* | Total |
| $2,040 | $1,500 | $50 | $100 | $400 | $165 | $300 | $4,555 |
*Other costs include estimated personal expenses.
Billing: Program fee includes housing, meals, excursions, roundtrip airfare from Miami, and transportation in Cuba. Marquette scholarships and/or grants, federal financial aid, private loans and grants may apply. Please contact Financial Aid for more information.
Please note: all cost and financial information are provided to the best of our knowledge and should be considered as approximate estimates only.
Program Type
This program is a Marquette faculty-led program, so most financial aid generally applies. To learn more about how the program will affect your specific aid package, go to the Office of Student Financial Aid.
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