SUMMER 2019 EXPLORE . SUMMER STUDY ABROAD PROGRAM NATURE, BEACHES AND RICH IN MAYA CULTURE

PLAYA DEL CARMEN It is located in the center of ´s Riviera Maya in the MEXICO state of . In the heart of the Yucatan Peninsula, this small city is approximately 35 minutes from Cancun´s international airport and 40 minutes from . Playa del Carmen attracts people from all over the world because of its relaxed, tropical atmosphere and its unmatched beautiful Please Contact: beaches. Playa is a great Dr. Sara Fernandez- Medina - [email protected] place to enjoy the cultural and Dr. Maria José Hellín-García - [email protected] historic richness of Mexico and PLAYA DEL the Mayan people. CARMEN MEXICO www.citadel.edu/mlng

SUMMER STUDY ABROAD PROGRAM IN RIVIERA MAYA 4 WEEKS - 6 CREDITS MAY 26 - JUNE 23

THE SCHOOL Our Spanish school in Playa del Carmen is located just 6 blocks from the white sandy beaches and is designed specifically for our programs in the typical Caribbean style. You can learn In collaboration with Spanish in this open architecture with a relaxing and inviting atmosphere that encourages intensive Spanish immersion. Due to the area´s year-round temperate climate, classes take place under thatched roof SPANISH LANGUAGE LEARNING since 1986 learning areas surrounded by a tropical garden. don Quijote Playa del Carmen Calle 6 entre Av. 35 y Av. 40, 77710 VIVE EL ESPAÑOL SPANISH LANGUAGE LEARNING since 1986 Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo | MEXICO LEARN ENGAGE DISCOVER

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION A 4 week, 6 credits. Spanish Intensive Lanagua & Culture Courses. This program is offered by the Department of Modern languages. Literatures & Cultures in conjunction with don Quijote. Students will enhance their Spanish language skills through a combination of tailored and intensive language & culture courses. Students will experience the mexican lifestyle while alternating excursions, courses, and time spent with their host family.

PREREQUISITES A grade of C or better in the last Spanish course Completion of a Spanish Course either in Fall or Spring in The current academic year. GPA of at least 2.0. ACTIVITIES INCLUDE 99 City Tour 99 Mexican cooking classes 99 Explore the local market SUMMER STUDY ABROAD PROGRAM 99 Mayan culture and history class IN RIVIERA MAYA

PROGRAM INCLUDES LANGUAGE COURSE A 4 WEEK, 6 CREDITS, Spanish Intensive Language &Culture Courses with don Quijote. Teachers use different teaching methods, like listening, reading, activities, and a mix of Grammar and conversation. Students can learn while having fun!

ACCOMMODATION - HOMESTAY Staying with a host family is a great way to immerse yourself into the culture of Mexico. You will learn traditional customs and the family way of life. This option is at a faster pace excellent for practicing your Spanish and improve faster.

EXCURSIONS & ACTIVITIES This program has a bit of everything that will certainly appeal to any type of person. Activities and Excursions have been carefully selected, making sure that they are dynamic, interesting, and complement the process of learning the Spanish Language.