RUSSIAN & EAST EUROPEAN STUDIES CONSORTIUM
	Arizona State University • Tempe, AZ 85287-2601 • PH: 480/965-4188 • FAX: 480/965-0310

Yerevan Practicum

Sponsored by the ASU Russian & East European Studies Consortium
and ASU Summer Sessions

Continued Armenian at the
Summer Language Practicum in Yerevan, Armenia

• Where:  Located in the heart of the Caucasus region, with a stunning view of the majestic Mount Ararat, Yerevan is the capital and largest city of the newly independent Republic of Armenia. One of the oldest cities of the world, with a population of roughly one million, Yerevan offers a wide variety of educational and cultural opportunities, and a friendly and safe social environment. The city is dotted with ancient churches, monuments, restaurants, cafes, and other recreational facilities. Students will study at Yerevan State University.
• When:  July 29 through August 16, 2002.
• The Program:  Utilizing instructors affiliated with the ASU Critical Languages Institute (CLI), this three-week Yerevan Practicum will expand language skills and introduce participants to the culture of ancient and modern Armenia. Formal classroom language instruction each morning is combined with local excursions to historic sites. Students participating in the three-week Yerevan Practicum will receive two ASU credits.
• Eligibility:  The Yerevan practicum is open to all ASU and non-ASU undergraduate and graduate students, as well as to non-degree students. Normally, participants in the Yerevan Practicum will have completed at least one year of intensive Armenian language study at ASU in the eight-week summer Critical Languages institute.
• Living Accommodations:  Students are housed at the Yerevan State University foreign guest house located in the city's historic center. Rooms are double occupancy with amenities. Breakfast is included and other meals are prepared on request. Meals are part of the estimated program cost.
• Estimated Cost:$1500, includes program fees, housing, meals, excursions, and local round trip transport from the Yerevan international airport. Not included: Round trip airfare from Phoenix to Yerevan, passport costs, books, and personal expenses. Tuition for this two-credit practicum has been waived by ASU Summer Sessions.

• Deadline:  Applications with non-refundable $300 deposit are due each year by February 5. Applications received after that date will be considered on a space available basis.