Office of Study Abroad and Outreach

Cinema Italiano

Cinema Italiano

Films, by their very nature, have layers of implicit meanings speak of cultural views, norms and values.  This is especially true for Italian films which have built up an international reputation in a variety of genres including melodrama, comedy, crime and horror over the last 70 years.  These films offer a wide range of cultural portrayals of Italian identity and address such issues as gender and ethnic relations, nationalism and politics.  Through viewings, discussions, and visits to film locations in Rome and Turin, you'll fully immerse yourself in Cinema Italiano!   


Program Details
Location(s)  Rome and Turin, Italy
Term   Spring 2019
Credit   ENG/BC&J 290, ENG 379/679, 3 sh  
Class Sessions Macomb campus in-person class sessions, Spring 2019.  Exact time and location TBD
Travel Dates May 13-22, 2019
Housing   Hotels
Passport Required
Program Eligibility
GPA 2.5
Hours completed 12
Student Judicial Good status
Grad credit Yes 
Non-WIU   No 
Pre-requisite None 
Student Year Any (Freshmen through Graduate)

About Program

Entry Requirements

Passport required - Must be valid until at least November 30, 2019.

Visa required if not a US citizen. It is your responsibility to check the Consulate General of Italy Chicago website for more information.  Visa cost not included in program cost. 

 
Health Insurance

You must have health insurance for the time you are on your program.  Only two options are approved to meet this requirement:

 
Health Precautions

Walking/mobility/travel - Expect to walk 5-8 miles per day.  It is not consecutive but scheduled throughout the day, sometimes be over uneven terrain and up/down flights of stairs.  You will also be responsible for moving your own luggage.

Dietary - Some meals are included in the program cost. Contact Kim McDaniel if you have food allergies or other dietary restrictions. 

Accessibility and accommodation are very different than that found in the United States.  Please contact the Disability Resource Center for questions on the availability of accommodations for your specific situation.

PLEASE NOTE   It is your responsibility to request accommodation from the DRC; faculty and staff are not legally permitted to inquire about such needs.  Requests should be made as early as possible so there's sufficient time to arrange accommodations in your location.

Costs & Dates

Estimated Cost* $3,150-3,360
Included in the program Round trip airfare from Chicago in-country transportation, lodging (double occupancy), entry fees to scheduled sites, some meals
Application Deadline **EXTENDED**  November 25, 2018
Payments  
Application fee
$75 due December 6, 2018
Non-refundable deposit $1,000 due December 7, 2018 
Final payment* $2,150-$2,360 due February 1, 2019

* Costs subject to change based on student enrollment.

WIU reserves the right to adjust the cost or arrangements of this program due to insufficient enrollment or circumstances beyond the University's control.  For details about this or individual withdrawals, see Cancellations and Withdrawals.

 
Important Dates

Passport copy deadline: February 1, 2019  Failure to meet this deadline will result in removal from the group flight and increased costs. 

Pre-departure meeting: TBA during Spring 2019

Academics

Credit offered

ENG 290 - Option for Gen Ed Humanities credit.  Required course for Film minor.  Counts towards a major or minor in English.  

BC&J 290 - Option for Gen Ed Humanities credit.  Counts towards Broadcasting and Journalism minor.  

ENG 379 - Counts as an upper-division elective for ENG majors/minors

ENG 679 - Counts towards completion of a MA in English  

Please check with your academic advisor for more information on how this Course fits your specific academic needs.

 
Objectives/activities
  • Provide an overview of cinematic techniques and devices used by Italian and international filmakers in protrayals of contemporary Italian culture
  • Offer insight of Italian cinema and appreciate its artistic evolution and rol in the field of film studies
  • Develop an understanding of the impact films have in depicting as well as shaping cultural norms and attitudes 

Class sessions

Active class participation, including contribution to discussions and attendance, is expected in all phases of the Course.  Students are responsible for completing pre-departure assignments including readings and discussion participation, attendance and active participation during on-site visits, guest lectures and activities, and post-return assignments.  Questions about course content should be directed to Dr. Roberta Di Carmine.  

   

 


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Contact Us

Kim McDaniel
For Faculty Led

kd-mcdaniel@wiu.edu

Horrabin Room 8

309-298-2504

Advising appointments

Dr. Roberta Di Carmine
Faculty leader

r-dicarmine@wiu.edu

Simpkins Room 219

309-298-2192


Information Sessions

September 19, 4:30pm

October 3, 4:30 pm

All meetings in Simpkins 214 and on Zoom.  For Zoom attendance, please complete the registration form

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