If you have questions about this program, email the program leader listed below.

French Culture: Food and Health

Program Details

Program Leader

Name Alvin Furiya Email afuriya@purdue.edu

Enrollment Details: Enrollment Currently Closed

Program Description

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Academic Credit

Students earn 2 credits for a letter grade.  This course meets the Purdue requirement for the foundational learning outcome in Science, Technology and Society (STS).

You will spend 7 hours in class prior to our time in France, spread across 5  class meetings, all at 6-730pm on dates and in locations that will be determined. 

During this class time, we learn about various factors related to French food, culture and health, and how they compare to American food, culture and health.  We will also take time to prepare you for international travel, etiquette and safety practices.

 

Eligibility

Any student in any major* in good academic standing is eligible for this program.  There are no prerequisites, language or skill requirements.  Past students have been from at least 24 different majors.  The maximum enrollment is approximately 13 students, limited by the capacity of our accommodations.  Students who participate enjoy getting to know their fellow students in a small, relaxed setting.    *French majors may participate, but should be aware that this course does not meet the French department’s requirements for language immersion.

Note: Students on academic probation are not eligible to participate in this study abroad program.

Program Cost

Students pursuing program participation accept financial responsibility. Purdue will take measures to mitigate financial risks, although will not be liable for loss.

The estimated total cost at this time is 2300 to 3000.00 USD. Fluctuations in the value of USD to EURO and Grants will impact the final individual cost of the program.  The estimated total cost includes all your meals (except 2), housing, and ground transportation within France for the week, travel health insurance, and the Study Abroad fee. The University bills this amount after you register for SA 10223, and that won't be until March at the earliest. The estimated cost may change due to unforeseen increases in the euro or other uncontrollable issues.

Final Acceptance into the program requires a $500 deposit, which will be applied towards the full program cost.  Instructions for making the deposit are in the section below called "Application Deadlines" (step #4).   Additional expenses to factor in include the cost of a passport, airfare, and souvenirs.

The estimated cost may vary based on the value of EURO to USD, and discretionary spending.

Check here for HHS scholarships and here for scholarships listed by the Study Abroad office.  I always recommend this particular scholarship for $500-1000 because it is a relatively simple application, and most eligible applicants are awarded some funding.  

Application Deadline

THE APPLICATION PROCESS

1. Apply to our program on the Study Abroad website where it says Click Here to Enroll in this Program

2. Go to your My Study Abroad page to complete and upload these 4 forms: Medical Information, Risk & Responsibility, Information Release, Participation/Cancellation policy.

3. Upload a copy of your Passport to your My Study Abroad page. If you don’t have a passport yet, go to the post office ASAP to get that process started and keep a copy of that post office receipt to show that this step is underway.

4.Make your $500 deposit online as soon as possible* AND upload a screenshot of your receipt to your My Study Abroad page. THIS IS THE FINAL STEP THAT RESERVES YOUR SPOT.

 

Your status will be changed to "ACCEPTED" after all of the above steps are completed.  

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