Moravian College

Summer Program

SPAIN

Summer 2013

May 23 – June 6

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Airfare Information: 

Departing Flight: Thursday, May 23, 2013 8:20 PM (Newark-Madrid)

United Airlines Flt 62 Arrives in Madrid on Friday, May 24, 2013 at 10:05AM

Returning Flight: June 6, 2013 10:35 AM (Madrid-Newark)

United Airline Flt 63 Arrives in Newark at 2:15 PM

Join the Department of Philosophy this summer in Avila, Spain. Stay in a 16th Century Monastery, summer home of the Catholic Kings of Spain, and earn up to 2 course units in philosophy and complete your LinC requirements.

Professors and students from other universities are welcome. For professors who are interested in bringing a group of students please contact Bernie Cantens (bcantens@moravian.edu) for more information on the group discout policy.

Avila is centrally located, one hour drive west of Madrid. It is Spain's highest provincial city, approximately 3,706 feet above sea level. Its medieval ambiance is exceptional and inspiring. Avila is best known for its eleventh century walls that surround the old city. It is the celebrated birthplace of Santa Teresa de Jesús (1515 to 1582).

COURSES

 PHIL 292 Religious Experience and Divine Hiddenness (M3)

PHIL 290 Cross Cultural Philosophies: Judaism, Islam, and Christianity (M5)

 COST

Program Cost $ 1,500 (Room, Board, Transportation and Excursions)

Registration $ 40

Tuition    $ 600 (Per Course)

TOTAL Airfare Not Included

$ 2,140 (1 Course)

$ 2,740 (2 Courses)

     COST INCLUDES

 14 days room and board (3 meals a day) at the Royal Monastery of St. Thomas, transportation expenses, excursions with profession tour guides to Salamanca and Segovia;  2 guided museum visits in Avila, a guided tour following the footsteps of St. Teresa of Avila

Research before you go:

Avila

Salamanca

University of Salamanca (1134 oldest in Spain and 3^rd oldest in Europe)

Segovia

Alcazar in Segovia

HOUSING

Gothic Royal Monastery of Saint Thomas

Students will reside at the Gothic Royal Monastery of Saint Thomas. All rooms are private single rooms with their individual bathrooms. The monastery was founded in 1482 and used by Fernando and Isabel as a summer residence. The monastery now belongs to the Dominican Order.

 Class Location: All classes will be held in the monastery.

For images of the monumental convant see: Royal Monastary St. Thomas

SALAMANCA

Salamanca is approximately 1 hour driving distance from Avila. It is known for having the oldest university in Spain and one of the oldest in Europe. It was founded in 1218 by King Alphonse IX of Leon. Salamanca’s architecture includes Romanesque, Gothic, and Renaissance. One will be captivated by the beautiful buildings in the city center. The most popular spot is the Plaza Mayor. This square is surrounded by outdoor cafes and restaurants. The city has been declared "World Heritage Site" by UNESCO. The modern city has about 160,000 inhabitants. People go walking around the city center. Its University still provides the city with many young people and a great night life.

SEGOVIA

Segovia is approximately 50 minutes driving distance from Avila. It has a rich cultural history that goes back over 1,000 years.  It is best known for the Roman aqueduct which still stands in the middle of the city and the spectacular Alcazar castle, where Columbus secured his finances for his trip to America. Its population is about 50,000. Segovia’s narrow streets make is a charming city to visit on foot.  UNESCO has designated it a "World Heritage City" for its cultural and artistic wonders.

EL ESCORIAL

El Escorial" is located half-hour from Avila, near the "Sierra de Guadarrama". The primary tours attraction is the Palace/Monastery complex of San Lorenzo. San Lorenzo is more than the mausoleum of the Spanish Monarchs; it is a Palace and monastery complex. After winning the Battle of St. Quentin on August 10, 1557 (Saint Lawrence’s day), and as a way of thanking God for his victory, Felipe II started construction on the "San Lorenzo de El Escorial".

Contact:

Bernie Cantens, Ph.D. (Philosophy)

Email: bcantens@moravian.edu
Telephone: (610) 861-1589 (570) 730-3570

Visit our web page for more information: http://home.moravian.edu/public/phil/

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