1. NYU-TISCH SPECIAL PROGRAMS FLORENCE COMMEDIA DELL’ARTE SUMMER PROGRAM

2. 1.Name 2.Major and Year 3.Have you studied or traveled overseas before? ( Where & how long?) 1.One thing you know or have heard about Florence/Italy? INTRODUCTIONS

3. What do you know about Florence? Intercultural Sensitivity Observe vs. Judge Keep an OPEN MIND PREPARE NOW! CULTURAL ADJUSTMENT ◦ Not Tisch in Florence, Not NYC ◦ Not always better or worse ◦ Explicit & Implicit differences ◦ Your reaction to the differences might progress through stages (denial, defense, acceptance) ◦ Try not to stereotype ◦ People are complex, avoid generalizations ! ◦ Research culture ◦ Communication plan with family & friends ◦ Journal ! While overseas, contact Florence Staff if you are struggling Take responsibility Make a plan ◦ Staring ◦ Dinner is usually eaten later ◦ Language ◦ Most places aren’t open on Sundays ◦ “Siestas” during the day

4. EXPECTATIONS WHY you are going abroad? Motivations What are you excited about? Nervous about? Emotional highs and lows Mood swings, excessive complaining, homesickness… Stress Flexible – you will be surprised - open to changes!

5. PREPARATION READ THE BLOG AGAIN Program Dates Requirements Checklist ◦ Check-In: ◦ Sunday, May 26 ◦ (not earlier) ◦ Orientation: ◦ Monday, May 27 ◦ Classes Begin: ◦ Tuesday, May 28 ◦ Last Day: ◦ Friday, July 5th ◦ Check-Out: ◦ Saturday, July 6 th, by 9AM 1) Confirm 2) Attend orientation 3)Passport valid for travel 4) Immunizations (Non-NYU only) May 1 st 5) Tisch online Supplemental Forms May 1 st 6) Housing and NYU Global forms April 15 th 7) NYU Traveler/Egencia May 1 st 8) NYU eBill May 17 th

6. PACKING CONSULT A TRAVEL GUIDE READ BLOG EVALUATIONS DOS AND DONTS… MUST BRING: Passport/Visa Any medication (copies of the prescription written in generic term) Walking shoes Adapters RECOMMENDED TO BRING: Light, comfortable clothing Sunscreen Water bottle Laptop Book bag (weekend trips and groceries) Battery-operated travel alarm clock Linens optional (provided by NYU) Camera (battery charger) Toiletries you love, brands are different/expensive Over the counter meds Bug spray/anti-itch cream The Actor and the Target by Declan Donnellan DON’T BRING: Electronics - Hairdryers, Electric razors Kitchen utensils Linens UNDERPACK NOW FOR RETURN HOME AIRLINE RESTRICTIONS

7. LIVING IN FLORENCE

8. HOUSING IN FLORENCE IMPORTANT 1.Live in NYU housing only 2.NYU Study Abroad HOUSING FORMS, emailed 3.Estimated Housing Charges on your Bursar bill 4.ASSIGNMENTS EMAILED 1 WK BEFORE ARRIVAL 5.Housing violations can result in expulsion from the program Villa Natalia or Colletta: single-sex rooms on mixed-gender floors Mainly Triple/Multi rooms Linen/cleaning weekly basis Residential life staff living on-site Meals – breakfast & dinner SMALL microwaves/refrigerators for storing snacks

9. MONEY & EXPENSES -Euro- ATM /credit cards best -Research ATM fees - Alert banks/credit cards -$1 = €.78 (www.xe.com) - Emergency credit card BUDGET -Arrive with Euro -BLOG tips ($150-200/wk) EXPENSES FINANCIAL AID & SCHOLARSHIPS Regular NYU tuition & Registration fees –Program fee ($640) - Lab/Equipment Fee ($535) – NYU Housing (Double - $3264/Triple - $2978) ESTIMATES: Airfare: $800 - $1,200, Meals: $500, Miscellaneous: $100 SEMESTER ESTIMATE: $2,000 - $3,500 (beyond NYU bill) EVERYONE IS DIFFERENT BUDGETING = PLANNING

10. STAYING CONNECTED PRE-DEPARTURE KNOW B4U GO BLOG!!!!!! – SubscribeBLOG KNOW B4U GO emails OVERSEAS Wireless in rooms now Wireless in Common areas Computer lab with internet (slower) SKYPE (Sarah Ryndak, Alyssa Leal) Phones (buy pay-as-you-go cell, dorm phone) Be prepared for homesickness TELL YOUR PARENTS/FAMILY YOUR ADDRESS AND PHONE NUMBER OVERSEAS! WE CANNOT RELEASE THIS INFORMATION

11. HEALTH & SAFETY

12. TIPS Register with the U.S. State Dept. Travel outside the program – must inform director Zero alcohol abuse & drug use policy Local laws & behavior – violations can result in harsher penalties not just failing/leaving program Common sense/Street smarts: be conscientious! ESPECIALLY nightlife, money/ATMs, traveling, passport and personal belongings & DRINKING – decision making, unfamiliar country WHAT TO DO IN AN EMERGENCY Know your emergency numbers Report to Director and Police NYU files a report with Public Safety SAFETY #1 TIP: TAKE RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOURSELF

13. HEALTH Medications/Prescriptions Keep up medications and Dr. Visits Bring some over the counter medicines with you? Travel & sleep DO affect you Drinking/social life Prepare before you leave - keep up appointments Wellness – talk to someone earlier rather than later 1.MUST maintain domestic coverage 2.National Italian Insurance 3.Supplemental International Health Insurance: NYU purchases HTH Worldwide for youHTH Worldwide Student international coverage at no cost to you Different than NYU plan Consult Florence staff to make appts. with HTH How to actually USE the insurance Emergency money/credit card for health expenses TAKE YOUR CARD WITH YOU  STAYING HEALTHY:  HEALTH INSURANCE:  HTH Worldwide – for length of program ONLY:

14. ACADEMICS

15. Jim Calder – Program Director Student Life in Florence Peter Molesworth - Student representative MOSES CENTER FOR DISABILITIES RELIGIOUS OBSERVANCES SCHEDULE 10:00 AM until 1:00, Lunch, 2:30 6:00/6:15. Five days a week One three day weekend to travel Open yourself to the change Commedia can provide The Actor and the Target recommended Its definitely rigorous and physical demanding warm up a little before class – body and voice

16. A room with a view… Views from the residence hall at Villa Natalia

17. Villa Ulivi – where NYU classes are held

18. Commedia dell’ arte performances in the gardens at La Pietra

19. The beautiful city of Florence

20. Sunset over the Ponte Vecchio

21. Strolling along the Ponte Vecchio in downtown Florence

22. A weekend day trip to Venice

23. Cruising Venice by gondola – best way to see the city

24. Spending the weekend at the beach in Cinque Terre

25. Cinque Terre at Sunset

26. The hillsides of Tuscany

27. And don’t forget to try the pizza – you’re in Italy…

28. BON VOYAGE!