Application Information

Scholarships

Applications: Accepted starting August 28, 2017, after completing an International Programs advising appointment. Application deadline is March 9, 2018. Visit www. austincc.edu/studyabroad to schedule advising appointments and for program applications.

Twenty-five $2,000 Board of Trustees’ Study Abroad Scholarships are available to eligible applicants on a competitive basis. Other eligibility criteria includes:

Acceptance Policy: Applicants must meet all application criteria and be interviewed by the program faculty leader. Eligibility: Students must be at least 18 years of age and in good academic standing by the start of the program. Students must complete prerequisites prior to the program start date.

How to Apply 1. Download program brochure at www.austincc.edu/ studyabroad. 2. Make advising appointment with International Programs at www.austincc.edu/studyabroad. 3. Download application at www.austincc.edu/studyabroad. 4. Fill out application and submit all required items. 5. Submit completed application to International Programs. 6. Schedule and attend interview with program faculty leader. 7. Await notification from International Programs.

Benefits of Study Abroad ACC faculty-led study abroad programs provide the opportunity for more than just course credit. You’ll find personal enrichment in a variety of ways: • • • • •

Enhance the value of your degree with an expanded worldview. Gain new perspectives and experience other cultures. Participate in a multicultural exchange alongside fellow ACC students. Advance your foreign language skills. Make friends and network globally.

Student participants must abide by all program rules and regulations. Program dates, itinerary, and fees are subject to change. Program fees are non-refundable.

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Minimum cumulative G.P.A. of 2.00 by the scholarship application deadline. • Minimum of 5 ACC college credits earned in the fall 2017 semester. • Minimum of 12 hours of ACC college credits earned by the start of the study abroad program. Transfer credits or credit by examination will not count towards the totals. Only students accepted into a program can be awarded a scholarship. Visit www.austincc.edu/studyabroad for an application. Application period begins August 28, 2017 and ends March 9, 2018.

Financial Aid Specific information on financial aid can be found at: http://www.austincc.edu/tuition-and-financial-aid/obtain-financial-aid. Contact any ACC campus Financial Aid Office if you have questions.

Payment Schedule Payment is not due at the time of application. A $400 non-refundable deposit is due within one week of acceptance notifications. Final program fee payment deadline is April 2, 2018. All program fee payments must be made on ACC Marketplace. Program fees are non-refundable.

Highland Business Center Room 508.4 5930 Middle Fiskville Road Austin, Texas 78752 Telephone: 512.223.7114 Email: [email protected] Student participants must abide by all program rules and regulations. Program dates, itinerary, and fees are subject to change. Program fees are non-refundable.

Italy

Culinary Arts SUMMER SESSION 2018 JUNE 30-JULY 22, 2018

Course Information • This study abroad program offers the following courses: Intermediate Food Preparation (CHEF 2301/3 credits) and Special Topics in Culinary Arts (CHEF 1391/3 credits). Participants will be enrolled in both courses held during the 8-week session. Classes take place in Austin May 29-June 29. Study abroad activities take place in Italy July 1-July 22, 2018. • Prerequisites: CHEF 1205, CHEF 1301, CHEF 1340 (Corequisite), IFWA 1217, IFWA 1310, or PSTR 1301 with a C or higher. • Faculty leader is Associate Professor David Waggoner. Program Fee of $6,200 includes: • Accommodations and Meals • Site Visits • Ground transportation to/from itinerary activities • Excursions and entrance fees per itinerary • Flight from Palermo to Rome • 24/7 logistics support and emergency assistance Not included: • Airfare • ACC course tuition/fees/books • Meals (not included in the program) • Personal expenses Pre-departure expenses: • International Student ID Card (ISIC - $25) • Passport and visa fees (if applicable) • Vaccinations (if applicable)

www.austincc.edu/studyabroad

Message from the Faculty Leader

Program Itinerary

Dear Students,

Saturday, June 30 Depart Austin for Palermo

Is travelling to Italy and spending three weeks learning the cuisine of three distinct and different regions while exploring ancient ruins and cultures a dream come true? How about living and studying in Palermo, Parma and Asti with tours to Rome, Cinque Terre and Florence? Would you also enjoy nine different culinary field trips? If so then this study abroad program is for you! During the summer of 2018 this program will travel to three regions of Italy staying for a week at a time in Palermo, Parma and Asti. In Palermo, we will study at the BE-CHEF culinary school. In Parma, we will study at the Academia Barilla school, and in Asti we will study at the AFP Colline Astigiane school. During the three weeks students will attend hands on classes in culinary arts working with English-speaking Italian chefs to learn the art of regional Italian cuisine traditional to these specific regions. When class is not in session, there will be planned excursions to vineyards, fish markets, parmigiano producers, Prosciutto di Parma producers, balsamic vinegar producers, gelato producers, Grappa distillery, farm to table dinner, and many other cuisine and cultural events. Students will have free time to explore the towns and meet the locals, as well as eat the local cuisine! This will be my first study abroad program with ACC and the Culinary Arts students! I am very excited for the opportunity to learn and enjoy the culture and cuisine alongside the students. A class like this will make a huge impact on all our careers and lives, not only by learning Italian culinary techniques, but also the experience of living in another country and absorbing the culture. I look forward to having you join us! Cucina Felice, Chef David Waggoner

Chef David Waggoner Associate Professor, Culinary Arts [email protected] Eastview Campus 512-223-5178 Student participants must abide by all program rules and regulations. Program dates, itinerary, and fees are subject to change. Program fees are non-refundable.

Sunday, July 1 Arrive in Palermo Transfer to Hotel Rest and Free Time Monday, July 2 Class at Culinary School Free Time Welcome Dinner Tuesday, July 3 Class at Culinary School Free Time Site Visit to Market Dinner at Local Restaurant Wednesday, July 4 Class at Culinary School Free Time Dinner at Culinary School Thursday, July 5 Class at Culinary School Free Time Site Visit to Market Dinner at Local Restaurant Friday, July 6 Depart Palermo to Rome Transfer to Hotel Free Time Dinner at Local Restaurant Saturday, July 7 Day Tour of Rome

Program Itinerary Dinner at Local Restaurant Sunday, July 8 Depart Rome for Parma Transfer to Hotel Free Time Dinner at Local Restaurant Monday, July 9 Day Trip to San Venanzio and Modena Lunch in Modena Return to Parma Free Time Dinner at Local Restaurant Tuesday, July 10 Class at Academia Barilla Visit to Prosciutto di Parma Producer Dinner at Local Restaurant Wednesday, 11 Day Trip to Cinque Terre Wine Tasting Class Return to Parma Dinner at Local Restaurant Thursday, July 12 Class at Academia Barilla Cultural Tour and Site Visits Dinner at Local Restaurant Friday, July 13 Day Trip to Florence

Student participants must abide by all program rules and regulations. Program dates, itinerary, and fees are subject to change. Program fees are non-refundable.

Saturday, July 14 Day Trip to Culinary Museums Lunch and Dinner at Local Restaurant Sunday, July 15 Depart Parma to Asti Check-in to Accommodations Free Time Monday, July 16 Class at Institute AFP Colline Astigiane Field Trip to Agri-Gelateria Dinner at Local Restaurant

Dinner at Local Restaurant Saturday, July 21 Free Time Field Trip to Chocolate and Torrone Factory Farewell Dinner Sunday, July 22 Program Ends Depart Asti to Milan Airport Return to Austin or Independent Travel

Tuesday, July 17 Class at Institute AFP Colline Astigiane Field Trip to Spumate and Moscato Producers Agri-Turismo Site Visit Dinner at Local Restaurant Wednesday, July 18 Day Trip to Turin Thursday, July 19 Class at Institute AFP Colline Astigiane Field Trip to Grappa Distillery Dinner at Local Restaurant Friday, July 20 Class at Institute AFP Colline Astigiane Cultural Tour in Asti Student participants must abide by all program rules and regulations. Program dates, itinerary, and fees are subject to change. Program fees are non-refundable.