Summer

Fairfield University and the National University of Ireland, Galway (NUIG)

An Irish Experience in Galway
May 16-May 31, 2008

Fairfield University is pleased to offer this special on-site experience of Ireland and its culture. Through a combination of course work at the National University of Ireland, Galway (NUIG), field trips, and special events, the program offers insight into Irish literature, history, religion, archaeology, architecture, folklore, geology, music, and film and provides an enriching experience that goes beyond the classroom.

Galway is located on the west coast of Ireland at the mouth of the Corrib River. It has grown from a medieval core of narrow streets into an energetic cathedral and university city. Charming and laid-back, yet cutting-edge, Galway is the home of the Druid Theatre Company and is a center of literary, theatrical, and artistic pursuits. The third largest city in the Republic of Ireland, Galway has a population of 80,000 and is one of Europe's fastest growing cities.

With an enrollment of over 15,000 students, NUIG contributes significantly to Galway's rich cultural and social life.

EN 369 An Introduction to Irish Writers and Literature
Professors from NUIG will offer a series of lectures to familiarize students with the historical and cultural background of Irish writers. With literature as the main focus, the students study writers such as Yeats, Synge, O'Casey, and Joyce. The lectures will also include the famine and emigration, Irish folklore, traditional music, and film. The student's academic performance while abroad, both in terms of written assignments and classroom participation, will significantly effect the final grade. Students are required to write three papers totaling approximately 20 pages. Upon return home, each student must complete the three written assignments by the due date.

*Scheduled trips include:

• Connemara and the Burren
• Clare/South Galway
• Aran Islands
• The Cliffs of Moher

*Theater tickets and other social and musical evenings are included.

Faculty
The course will be taught by a professor at the National University of Ireland, Galway.

Application Deadline
March 1, 2008. Rolling admissions; apply early! Program deposit of $500 due with application; balance due April 11, 2008

How to Apply
Student Registration Form

Eligibility
A cumulative GPA of 2.8 is required for participation. Students should be at least 18 years of age, and should exhibit the maturity required to live independently in Galway.

Dates, Costs, and What's Included
The program cost of $2,800 includes:

• Three undergraduate Fairfield University credits
• Airport transfers in Ireland for group travelers
• Accommodations at a student-friendly hostel in the center of Galway (triple
  or quad occupancy)
• Field trip/excursion transportation and entry fees

Airfare is not included. Seats will be reserved on a group flight from JFK to Shannon
through STA Travel. You'll purchase your ticket directly from STA (or independently,
if you wish). The group flight will depart on May 16 and return on May 31, but you can
choose to return at a later date if you'd like to do some sightseeing after the program.

Air Travel
You may participate in the group flight offered by STA Travel. Airport pickup in Florence is provided for group flight participants.

You may also choose to make your own travel plans and meet the group in Florence. If you choose this option, you must plan to arrive on the same day as the group, by 2:00 p.m.