1. SUMMER A, 2014 MAY 8 – JUNE 18, 2014 VALENCIA, SPAIN

2. Course Information  SPN2240: Intensive Oral and Reading Comprehension (3 UF GPA credits)  SPN3300: Spanish Grammar & Composition 1 ( 3 transfer credits)  SPN3472: Advanced Communication - Basic Translation: Theory and Practice (3 UF GPA credits)

3. Combination classes If you take SPN2201 in the spring: In Valencia, you’ll take: SPN 2240 SPN 3300 If you take SPN2240 in the spring: In Valencia, you’ll take: SPN 3300 SPN 3472

4. Dates: May 8 – June 18, 2014 Price: $ 5,810

5. What’s Included: Tuition for 6 credits, Lodging, and daily meals with a host family, Cultural and overnight excursions, Entrance fees/ guided tours, Tutorial assistance with ISA, Internet access in the ISA office, Ground transportation, International health insurance and Emergency medical assistance.

6. What’s Not Included: Round-trip airfare, Books, Additional personal travel, and Personal expenses.

7. The Department of Spanish and Portuguese Studies will offer three (7) scholarships of $ 1,000 each to students who apply to the Valencia program. Please, send me an email to send you the forms – sbraylan@ufl.edu sbraylan@ufl.edu Based need scholarships are also available through the Study Abroad Office. To apply, go to: www.ufic.ufl.edu/sas/Scholarships.html Deadline: February 5, 2014

8. Students will be able to experience the unique culture of Valencia by living with host families while on the program. The homes are located throughout the city within walking distance or via local bus, 10-45 minutes from where classes will be held. Most of our families are made up of individuals who do not speak English. Students are usually housed two to a room. The families will provide three meals per day and laundry service weekly.

10. The program offers overnight and day excursions to Madrid, Toledo, Gandía, La Albufera, Museums (Bellas Artes, Falero, Lladro, etc) and more. There is an optional trip to Barcelona. Plus a series of short trips around Valencia and its beaches.

11. ISA – International Studies Abroad Director and their staff are available 24/7 for emergency support. On-site directors and staff are Spanish nationals. Many hold Master’s or PhDs and have backgrounds in teaching language and working with groups. Utilize their expertise! Maximum student to staff ratio of 20:1 Manuel Gutierrez (Manu) ISA Resident Director

12. For Academic Advising contact: Susana Braylan, M.A. Senior Lecturer, Coordinator Bilingual Program University of Florida, Department of Spanish and Portuguese Studies (352) 273-3747 sbraylan@ufl.edu Yanina Becco ybecco@ufl.edu

13. For Academic Advising contact: Tessly Dieguez Advisor, Study Abroad Office HUB 352-273-1522 tdieguez@ufic.ufl.edu To apply: www.ufic.ufl.edu/SAS/Howtoapply.html Deadline: April 4, 2014

15. Valencia, Spain Combining urban life and a relaxed, seaside atmosphere, Valencia is becoming one of the most popular destinations on the Mediterranean coast. Propelling this renaissance is the “City of Arts and Sciences”, a museum complex and modern architectural masterpiece that adds to Valencia's deep, multicultural roots, cosmopolitan flavor, and warm climate to make it a true Mediterranean gem.

16. Universidad de Valencia The University of Valencia (UV) has a proud history that dates back over 500 years. A well-respected university in Spain since the 15th Century, the UV is fully accredited and recognized by the Spanish Ministry of Education and Science.