South Africa Introduction



Welcome to the South Africa program! Whether studying abroad in a beautiful city like Pretoria is a dream come true or simply a way to grow in self-knowledge and global awareness, you are about to embark on a journey that will challenge and influence you in unimaginable ways. Since you will want to make the most of this educational opportunity, it is important that you understand how the program is designed, what it has to offer, and how it can be integrated with your educational objectives. The better prepared you are before you leave for Pretoria, the easier the integration and adaptation to the culture will be.

As a student at the University of Pretoria, you will have the opportunity to meet South African natives and other international students. The university offers a lot of resources, but you will need to be proactive in making use of them. There are no Loras College staff on site, so your personal initiative will be an indispensible tool during your study abroad experience.

In the South Africa program, you will:


 * Discover South Africa’s cultural diversity and learn about its history, literature and music
 * Develop an understanding of other cultures through interactions with other international students
 * Improve cross-cultural communication skills

Upon your return to Loras, you will be expected and encouraged to share your experience with others inside and outside the classroom as part of your reentry.

TENTATIVE PROGRAM DATES

Spring term is mid-January to late June; Fall term is early July to late November