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SU Aesthetic Philosophy in Berlin Social Contexts (Spring Break 2020)
(Outgoing Program)
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Participants will choose ONE of the following options.
PHIL 260: Aesthetics (3 credits) Fulfills SEE HUMANITIES
Examines concepts and controversies in philosophical approaches to art and beauty. Topics include meanings and functions of artistic works, their value in society and everyday life, and their relation to truth, passions, and human nature. Course Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG 152 or equivalent, second-year status, or permission of the instructor.
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ART 280: Study Away: Art and Design in Context (3 credits)
Engages students in critical discussions; unique experiential learning; cultural and historical location-based research; and production of original works of art/design. In preparation for the travel, students research their destination and discuss the ideas of space and place as they pertain to the location’s history, culture, and identity. While away, students experience the challenges and opportunities inherent in navigating an unfamiliar place and synthesizing their observations into a creative form. Upon return, students compose a body of creative work ranging from art, writing, research, photography, or other media and curate a group exhibition. Repeatable for Credit. Course Prerequisites: PHOTO 141 or GDES 210
Other Eligibility Requirements: Students must be in good academic, disciplinary, and financial standing with the University.
Logistics
Itinerary
A tentative itinerary of this travel course's activities and excursions is available below.
Lodging
Students will stay in a hotel in central Berlin, close to public transportation.
Meals
Daily breakfast is provided in the accommodations, as well as some meals as indicated in the itinerary.
Cost
PHIL 260 / ART 280: Aesthetics Cost: $2,550
Includes academic credit (as part of Spring Semester courseload of 12-18 credits), roundtrip international airfare (from BWI), housing in hotel (shared occupancy rooms), excursions, entrance fees, guides, 3-day museum pass, 8-day public transport pass, train travel to/from Dessau, some meals, international health/evacuation insurance, and the International & Off-Campus Study administrative fee.
Additional costs include any meals not included, U.S. airport transfers, personal expenses, and passport (if don't already have).
Application requires $250 non-refundable deposit by October 15, 2019. Remainder of cost is due by Spring 2020 payment deadlines in mid-December 2019.
PLEASE NOTE: Stevenson University reserves the right to make any necessary changes, including cost adjustments, in the event that unforeseen circumstances arise. Travel courses are subject to cancellation if under-enrolled. Confirmation of application status will be communicated after the application deadline.
Withdrawals/Refunds Upon submitting application and deposit, participants are considered committed and responsible for the full cost of the travel course should they be accepted. Should a participant wish to withdraw their application for any reason after acceptance, only recoverable expenses may be refunded (which vary according to date of withdrawal). Stevenson University withdrawal and drop/add deadlines do not apply.