Ireland Introduction



Welcome to the Ireland program! You are about to participate in Loras’ largest study abroad program, and the only faculty-led program. We hope this handbook will help you to make the most of this exciting, educational opportunity. Please familiarize yourself with its contents and share it with your parents/guardians. Many questions you may have about your upcoming study abroad experience should be answered in this handbook. It contains updated information from recent program participants, so be sure to avoid simple problems and misunderstandings by reading this handbook and learning as much as you can about the program and about Ireland in advance. The better prepared you are before you leave for Ireland, the easier your integration will be!

Although the Irish speak English, Ireland is a different culture. Indeed, although this is a Loras College program led by a Loras professor, the program is quite different than what you have experienced on campus in many important ways.

Students on the Ireland program will:


 * Learn about Ireland and Irish culture


 * Develop skills in conducting on-site research


 * Function as a group

Upon your return to Loras, you will also be expected and encouraged to share your experience with others inside and outside the classroom. Also, consider taking more courses about Ireland and signing up for the Irish Studies Minor.

Loras is giving you the opportunity to live and study in one of the most vibrant and cosmopolitan cities in the world, but it is up to you to make the most of your time there. We wish you the best of luck!

TENTATIVE PROGRAM DATES

SPRING SEMESTER

January-May: Semester Term

May: Final exams


 * 2 breaks throughout course of semester