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January in Paris & Amsterdam: Youth & Society and Positive Psychology

January in Paris & Amsterdam: Youth & Society and Positive Psychology

Program Overview:

Explore the beautiful cities of Paris & Amsterdam while learning about youth and psychology. Guided by Professors Darlene Piña (Sociology) and Emily Merryweather (Psychology), students will have first-hand experiences with youth culture as well as opportunities to examine the history and culture of these important locations.

For students enrolling in Sociology, Youth & Society, you will:

Study the social position of youth in Dutch & French society, both past and present
Examine the institutions that socialize and control youth, including government, education, and employment
Learn about youth subcultures and immigrant experiences
Observe Dutch & French customs for youth regarding friendship, dating, and family relationships
Discover the roles media, pop culture, and technology play in the lives of Dutch & French youth
Analyze European youth social movements and political participation

For students enrolling in Positive Psychology:

This course will emphasize the study of Positive Psychology around four distinct areas as they relate to well-being: resilience, cultural identity, spirituality, and community engagement. In order to emphasize the four pillars of the course, students will participate in activities and tours that connect them to the people of France and the Netherlands through their unique cultures with food tastings, walking tours, and cultural site visits.

Positive Psychology students will:

Study Dutch & French culture, traditions, celebrations & customs
Learn about the importance of food, fashion and art in daily Parisian life
Observe Dutch & French cultures through their charming streets, bookstores and literary cafes in well-preserved historic city centers
Discover how artists, writers, actors, musicisans and exiles found Paris and Amsterdam to be a gathering place for creative people

Program Excursions:

Sociology:

Attend lectures by local experts on topics related to youth subcultures and immigrant groups in Amsterdam & Paris as well as Dutch & French social, economic, and educational policies affecting youth
Meet with organizations such as CNAM (Conservatoire National des Arts et Metiers), a youth governmental organization and other youth leadership councils in Amsterdam and Paris

Psychology:

Guest lectures on Dutch Culture & Traditions, Food & Fashion in Paris Life, and the Artist Community

ALL Students:

Take guided walks through Amsterdam’s historic city center and the famous Paris neighborhoods of The Left Bank, The Medieval Latin Quarter, and Village Montmartre
Explore the Van Gogh museum in Amsterdam and the important museums of Paris, including the d’Orsay Museum, and L'Orangerie
Visit world-famous Amsterdam & Paris sites such as the Eiffel Tower, Sainte-Chapelle Cathedral and more
Enjoy Dutch & French cuisine at charming cafés and brasseries, and sample delicious pastries & chocolate at the most popular boulangeries and patisseries

Academic Calendar:

January 1-14, 2023 (fly out January 1 to arrive by 1 pm January 2)

Academic Focus:

Sociology (SOC) 317: Youth & Society; Satisfies Upper-Division General Education requirement in the Social Sciences for students with 60 units or more (3 units of UDGE DD credit)
OR 3 units of GE credit in Lifelong Learning (E) in which 60 units is not required.
For students who have already taken SOC 317 at CSUSM, 3 units of elective credit is available through SOC 498C.

Psychology (PSYC) 344: Positive Psychology; Satisfies Upper-Division elective in Psychology and Applied Psychology requirement
For studets who have already taken PSYC 344, 3 units of elective credit is available through PSYC 498C

Language of Instruction:

English

Requirements:

Class level: Open to all students. Students seeking Upper Division GE credit for SOC 317 must clear 60 units prior to taking this course.
GPA: 2.75 and above; good academic standing prior to departure

Units:

3 units, SOC 317, Area E credit, or SOC 498C

3 units, PSYC 344 or PSYC 498C

Housing:

Shared twin rooms at the 3-star Ibis Amsterdam Centre Stopera in Amsterdam and shared twin rooms at the 3-star Hotel Inn Design Place d'Italie in Paris.

Estimated Cost*:

Sociology: $3,200* + Extended Learning Fees, estimated at $609 for 3 units

Psychology: $3,500* + Extended Learning Fees, estimated at $609 for 3 units

All fees include 4 nights shared accommodation in twin rooms in Amsterdam; 8 nights shared accommodation in twin rooms in Paris; daily breakfast; welcome and farewell dinners; public transportation pass for Amsterdam & Paris; train tickets from Paris to Amsterdam; all excursions and medical insurance. Airfare and personal expenditures NOT included in the program cost, estimated at $2,000+.

*Final program price is contingent upon enrollment and currency fluctuation. Global Education will finalize the final payment with registered participants before the due date to hopefully offer a reduced fee.

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Passports:

An adult passport book with at least 6 months validity until expiration is necessary for overseas travel. First-time passport book applicants can expect processing times up to 4 months. Plan to submit your passport applications early if you enroll in this program as withdrawals due to passport delays will not be refunded. Non-US travelers are responsible for researching entry requirements and possible visas through their country's consular pages.

To Apply:

Attend a required information session led by the Program Leader running your course: Dr. Darlene Pina (dpina@csusm.edu) for Sociology and Professor Emily Merryweather (emerryweathe@csusm.edu) for Psychology.
Fill out the online application materials via the link below. All application materials must be completed by Friday, September 30 along with your non-refundable $500 deposit. Online payment preferred through Transact. Please be advised to choose E-check and enter your checking account details to avoid the 2.65% convenience fees applicable to all non-checking account payments. Cash, checks, and money orders made payable to CSUSM will also be accepted via the Cashier's Office in Cougar Central, but must include this deposit form to track the payment.
Final payment is due on Monday, October 31, following the payment guidelines outlined above. Payment of tuition related expenses (estimated at $609) will be billed by Extended Learning and appear on your Student Center, following the payment guidelines set out for Winter Intersession. Applicants are responsible for completing other digital forms by our program provider, CEPA Europe, at this time as well, details to be provided by your faculty leader and/or Global Education.
Attend a mandatory Health & Safety Meet and Greet with Global Education to discuss travel, practical planning, & health and safety, date TBD.
Submit your flight details to Global Education here: Flight Information Form
Attend mandatory pre-departure orientation with your Program Leader to discuss arrival instructions and the upcoming course(s). Some course requirements/sessions may take place prior to leaving, beginning in December.

January in Amsterdam & Paris Application:

January in Amsterdam & Paris Application

Attend an Information Session to get started!

Sociology:

Day	Time	Location
Tuesday, September 20	12:00-12:50	ACD 201
Thursday, September 22	12:00-12:50	ACD 201
Tuesday, September 27	12:00-12:50	ACD 201

Psychology:

Day	Time	Location
Tuesday, September 20	12:00-12:50	ZOOM: https://csusm.zoom.us/j/2653678375
Thursday, September 22	12:00-12:50	ZOOM: https://csusm.zoom.us/j/2653678375
Thursday, September 29	12:00-12:50	ZOOM: https://csusm.zoom.us/j/2653678375