Study Abroad / Saint Mary's Programs
Italy

Introduction to Italy – History, Art & Culture
Short-term Study Abroad Program – 2019
Visit Rome, Florence, Milan, Paderno del Grappa and Venice while studying Italian history, art, and culture.
Program Overview
Art 260 will cover the historical, artistic, political, religious and cultural aspects of Italy. Students will be better prepared for understanding global diversity, and the historical context for the development of Italy as a leader in art, fashion, music and economics.
Course
AR 260 – Introduction to Italy: History, Art and Culture – 3 credits. This course counts toward the Aesthetics General Education requirement or Art Elective.
The course will be taken as part of the student’s spring semester course load. A course fee will be charged to cover much of the in-country cost. Normal aid can be applied to the program.
Course will meet the final eight weeks of the semester.
Cost
Students will be charged a course fee $2,900–$3,200* to cover the cost of in-country travel, activities, and some meals. Course fee does not include cost of flight, passport, optional activities, and most meals.
*Cost will vary based on student enrollment.
Housing
Students will stay in local hotels or apartments in Rome, Florence and Venice. In Milan and In Paderno del Grappa, dormitory-style housing with private bathrooms will be provided.
Eligibility
Students need to have a GPA of 2.0 or higher and sophomore status. Eligibility will also be based on recommendations and record of behavior at Saint Mary’s.
Application Process
- Application Deadline: November 30, 2018
- Once accepted, students will be enrolled in AR260 for the spring semester. Accepted students will have until 4:00pm on January 14, 2019 to withdraw from the course. After that date, the course fee is non-refundable even if a student is unable to go.
Visit the Study Abroad Office, located in the International Center, The Heights, for assistance.
Travel Dates (anticipated)
Example of Itinerary:
May 12 — Depart for Italy
May 13-16 — Rome
May 17-20 — Florence
May 21-23 — Milan
May 24-27 — Paderno del Grappa
May 28-30 — Venice
May 30 — Return
Tour Highlights
Rome:
• Coliseum
• Pantheon
• Sistine Chapel
• Vatican Museum
Florence:
• Michaelangelo’s David
• Uffizi Gallery
• Italian Cooking Class
Milan:
• Fashion Design Academy
• Cathedral
• Last Supper by DaVinci
Paderno del Grappa:
• Winery tour
• Padua
• Arena Chapel
Venice:
• St. Marks Square
• Weaving Studio
• Biennale
For More Information
Robert McColl, M.F.A.
Faculty Leader
Assistant Professor of Art and Design
Saint Joes, 15D
rmccoll@smumn.edu
507-457-1591
Tracy Lehnertz, M.A.
Associate Dean International Programs and Director of University Effectiveness
Saint Mary’s Hall, SM103
Campus Box: # 1
tlehnert@smumn.edu
(507) 457-1694
Find Us
The Heights International Center, Room 106
Winona Campus
Hours: Monday–Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
507-457-1694
Fax: 507-457-6917
studyabroad@smumn.edu