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SPAIN
EUROPE The Camino de Santiago
J-TERM
OVERVIEW
Pilgrims have been hiking the Camino de Santiago across
northern Spain for over 800 years, and with this Spring+June
program so can you. Join Dr. Havard and Dr. Schultz on a
two week hike across the beautiful landscapes of northern
Spain on the road to the Cathedral of Santiago de
Compostela. This program begins with a Spring Semester
course on the history, culture and meaning of the pilgrimage,
followed by June travel to Spain and a fully immersive
experience unlike any other. On this program students will
average 12 miles of hiking per day, with all their belongings
in a backpack. It is a program that will challenge you
physically, intellectually and perhaps spiritually as well.
Hike the trail, stay at small rustic pilgrim hostels along the
v way, sharing your story with other pilgrims and hikers as you
make your way to Santiago. The course will explore the who,
what and why people have been making this trek for
centuries, and will give you a chance to explore your own
motivations. It is a unique experience, a unique course, and
a chance to challenge yourself to do something that might
just change you and your outlook on life, your faith, your
capabilities and your goals.
DETAILS
BUDGET & FEES
Eligibility & Program Cap:
Requires sophomore status
Program Fee: Tentative fee $2,750. A definitive fee and a 2.00 GPA.
will be announced soon. Augie Choice eligible for No knowledge of Spanish is required.
sophomores (rising juniors) and above.
Course(s) & Credits: All students will enroll in SPST 344:
Includes: Airfare, ground transportation, lodging, Pilgrims & Pilgrimage on the Camino de Santiago (4-credits,
meals, excursions and international travel health PH, G) during Spring Semester and a 0-credit International
insurance. Experience Program course as a summer course.
Does not Include: Discretionary spending, Faculty Contacts: For more information, please contact Dr.
purchase of recommended hiking Megan Havard (WLLC).
equipment/packs/shoes.
Dates: Study on campus during Spring Semester 2020, with
Out of Pocket Estimate: $200-$500. travel in June 2020.
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