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Featured Program: Rome, Italy Why should you study in Rome?Ancient Romans, once thriving where streets guide tourists through the city today, left the remains of an empire resting casually among the booming capital of Italy. Vatican City is a remnant of a Catholicism that changed the face of the world - and a landmark for the continued religious fervor of many. Nearly 2,800 years of history has created a city like no other. Studying in Rome is not only a chance to get an education from an institution whose standards have been continually improved since 1592, but further, it is a chance to revel in the cultural heritage of undoubtedly the most influential location in western history. What can I study there? KEI offers:
In addition to academic studies students are able to participate in a variety of internships including, but certainly not limited to, those in the fields of banking, law, international relations and media. Students will also have opportunity to participate in excursions to Venice, Treviso, Naples, Florence and Sicily, plus many others. Destinations will depend on semester of study. See here for more info: www.KEIabroad.org. News From Abroad: Tourist Etiquette DecliningChanges in drinking habits and increased tourism threaten to scar the face of Rome - permanently Noise is only the most obvious problem - there is also the littered beer bottles. But really, it is a war of culture that has many Romans fuming about the rise in the uncouth activities of tourists and local youths. "It is unbelievable," said Flaminia Borghese, president of a homeowners' group in the historic center that is demanding greater noise control measures and police patrols. "There is a total lack of control." Guiseppe Strappo, who has written extensively on the change in Rome, agrees with Borghese. He said that if nothing changes the Historic Center will be a memory in 10 years. Not everyone feels this is outrage is deserved. Chris Felts, who owns a tourist agency and runs a night tour and pub crawl in Rome told the New York Times, "I don’t think it is any more out of control than in any other European city ... It just sticks out more in Rome because the Italians don’t have that sense of nightlife that the tourists do. It is a juxtaposition of the traditionally calm Italian nightlife and what tourists and those few Italians want to do." No matter the opinion, one thing is certain, littered bottles and ancient ruins make a bad pair. With nearly 20 million tourists expected to pass through the city in 2007, Rome could be in for another big change. Featured Excursion: Florence Why visit Florence? Tuscan food, architecture and natural beauty find themselves at a peak in Florence. Tour through stunning cathedrals and tiny churches, take in a day at the park and enjoy the delights of Tuscan cuisine. The city is good for an action packed weekend of sight-seeing or a laid-back, relaxing vacation. Either way, Florence is sure to impress. Some of the more popular sites and activities in Florence:
Learn more about Florence at http://www.aboutflorence.com Study Abroad News: Student Intern Visas Department of State looking to creating a new visitor subcategory for those seeking visas as college and university students Labeled "Student Intern," the new State Department subcategory would be open to those studying to obtain a degree at an institution of higher learning outside the United States and would allow them to stay as long as 12 months for every degree or major. The new proposal is limited by numerous restrictions and requirements, but will open up international education within the United States further and ease some of the regulations governing student visas. Students granted visas under the new program will be required to participate in a full work week, defined as 32 hours. Students must be exposed to "American techniques, methodologies, and technology and expands upon the participants' existing knowledge and skills." Programs must also not duplicate any prior experience of the student or place them in a number of specific fields, such as aviation or childcare. The changes were proposed earlier in the year and the deadline for public comment passed on August 6. Read more about the proposal at http://www.nafsa.org/_/Document/_/dos_proposes_new_student.pdf International Trivia QuestionWhat is the name of Rome's famous former ruling family? [The first 2 people who e-mail KEI with the correct answer will win a money belt. When submitting your answer, please include your mailing address, email and telephone number. Hint: The answer can be found on KEI's website...] |
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