Politics, Culture and Art Studies
The Program
The Prague program is ideal for those who wish to combine academic coursework with the experience of living in an extraordinary historical city. Prague is an open textbook of modern and traditional literature, art and culture surrounded by the remarkable architecture of its walls, castles and frescoes.
Students may enroll for one or two semesters and will learn the basics of the Czech language in a two-week Czech Intensive course offered at the beginning of each semester. Each semester also includes at least two USAC sponsored one-day field trips and an optional 1-credit Vienna and Budapest Field Study course.
Yearlong students experience all four seasons that are typical for Central Europe – colorful fall with harvest festivals, quiet winter with traditional customs and winter sports, fresh spring with blossoming flowers filling Prague’s parks and warm summer with outdoor festivals.
The academic courses are only part of the intended value of a semester or year abroad. Participation in formal and informal activities, such as field trips to local castles and historical sites, also form an integral part of the program. Local professors will guide you through the cultural and historical richness of Prague and Central Europe.
The Prague program has a Resident Director who is responsible for the overall operations of the program abroad: securing appropriate student housing, hiring outstanding faculty, organizing exciting field trips and optional tours, and overseeing the students’ well-being.
Jan Stodola, a Prague native, is the Resident Director for the Prague program. He earned a Masters degree from Charles University and is fluent in Czech and English. Jan will meet the group flight at the airport, provide an on-site orientation, and provide additional assistance and resources as needed.