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FRANCEEarn 3 credits in Theater Appreciation(DRAM 1310) while exploring France withyour ACC classmates and AdjunctProfessor Dr. Heather Barfield. SESSION AND DATESTheatreBenjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship($5,000 maximum)Gilman - McCain Scholarship($5,000 maximum) Fund for Education Abroad Scholarships ($1,500 maximum)Includes:Accommodations WorkshopsExcursions and entrance fees per itineraryParis Visite public transportation cardsWelcome dinnersInternational travel health insurance24/7 logistics support and emergencyassistanceStudents are also responsible for the followingexpenses NOT included in the program fee:Round-trip airfare from Austin to FranceTransportation from airport to hotelACC course tuition, fees, and booksMeals not included in program fee Personal expensesPassport and visa fees (if applicable)Vaccinations (if applicable)ELIGIBILITY INFORMATIONOTHER SCHOLARSHIPSACC STUDY ABROAD SCHOLARSHIPSStudent participants must abide by all programrules and regulations.Program dates, itinerary, and fees are subject to change.Program fees are non-refundable.Acceptance is on a first come, first served basis. Itis recommended that you complete advising andall application requirements as soon as possible.Maximum number of participants is 15.ACC International Programs faculty-led studyabroad programs are a welcoming and inclusiveenvironment for all students.Contact any ACC campus Financial Aid Office ifyou have questions about eligibility.STEPS TO APPLYFINANCIAL AIDaustincc.edu/studyabroad512-223-7114studyabroad@austincc.edu@ACCStudyAbroadA $400 non-refundable deposit, applied towards theprogram fee, is required to secure a spot on theprogram. Program fee payment deadline is due February 27, 2025 via ACC Marketplace. Choose a study abroad program. You canbrowse all programs at our website.1.Complete an advising session startingSeptember 3, 2024. 2.Complete and submit an application.3.Complete an interview with program facultyleader. 4.Virtual One-on-One Advising Hours: Tuesday & Wednesday 9:30am–12:30pm and 1:30pm–3:30pmVirtual Group Advising Sessions:Fridays9:30am–12:30pm and 1:30pm–3:30pm Asynchronous Video Advising Sessions:Pre-recorded (available for current ACC students)Application deadline is February 6, 2025.18 years or older by program departure dateGood academic standing by the end of Fall2024Prerequisites: NoneSession: Second 5-week Summer Session 2025Class at ACC before departure: July 7- July 11Program in France: July 13 - July 28Summer 2025PROGRAM FEE - $2,800ACC Board of Trustees' Study Abroad Scholarships,($1,000) Tyler Center for Global Studies Study Abroad Fellowships,($2,500)Applications due February 13, 2025 Message

PROGRAM ITINERARYAvignon: 11 Nights Paris: 4 NightsPROGRAM ITINERARYDr. BarfieldAdjunct ProfessorDramaheather.barfield@austincc.eduFACULTY LEADER MESSAGESaturday, July 12Day: Depart Austin for FranceSunday, July 13Morning: Arrive Paris and Depart toAvignonAfternoon: Check into AccommodationsEvening: Welcome DinnerMonday, July 14Morning: Walking Tour of AvignonAfternoon: Festival Check-inEvening: Free TimeTuesday, July 15All Day: Festival PerformancesWednesday, July 16Morning: Festival PerformancesAfternoon: Musée CalvetEvening: Free TimeThursday, July 17Morning: Excursion to SaultAfternoon: Lavender Fields and BotanicalGardenEvening: Free TimeFriday, July 18 Free DaySaturday, July 19Morning: Festival PerformancesAfternoon: In-Person WorkshopEvening: Pont du Gard Tour and LightShowSunday, July 20Morning: Excursion to Pope’s PalaceAfternoon: Saint-Benezet BridgeEvening: Festival Performance at Pope’sPalaceDear Students, “To provide theatre, and collective art, withsomething other than indoors spaces; to reconcilearchitecture and dramatic poetry.” – Jean Vilar,founder of the Avignon Festival in 1947Embark on a transformative 17-night study abroadjourney to the heart of the South of France, wheretheater, history, and art converge in anunforgettable experience. Begin in Austin with anintroduction to global theater, then travel toAvignon, a city renowned for its medievalarchitecture and rich artistic heritage. Here,students will explore the world-famous Festivald’Avignon, one of the premier contemporaryperforming arts events since 1947. Avignonbecomes a "city-theater" with buskers, musicians,magicians, and dancers peppering the streets withentertainment in addition to the hundreds ofperformances happening daily.Engage with groundbreaking internationalperformances in breathtaking open-air venues likethe Pope’s Palace, where history comes alivethrough cutting-edge productions, insightfulreadings, and artistic dialogue. Participate inworkshops, exchange ideas with artists, and diveinto the vibrant cultural exchange that defines thefestival.Beyond the festival, explore the stunning region ofProvence, which has long inspired artists like VanGogh and Cézanne. Visit a historic Roman arena inOrange, the Pont du Gard aqueduct, andprovincial lavender fields. In Paris, students willexperience the legacy of French theater at theComédie-Française, delving into the history ofFrench Neoclassicism and playwright Molière.This immersive program offers students theunique opportunity to witness the evolution oftheater from its ancient roots to modern-dayinnovations. Through critical reflection and hands-on experience, students will expand their creativevision and deepen their understanding of howglobal theater practices address societal, cultural,and political themes.Monday, July 21All Day: Festival PerformancesTuesday, July 22Morning: Excursion to Orange and TourTheatre Antique d’OrangeAfternoon: Class SessionEvening: Free TimeWednesday, July 23Morning: Excursion to UzésAfternoon: City Walking Tour, Return toAvignonEvening: Prepare for DepartureThursday, July 24Morning: Train to ParisAfternoon: Check into AccommodationsEvening: Group DinnerFriday, July 25Morning: Class SessionAfternoon: Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus TourEvening: Seine River CruiseSaturday, July 26Free DaySunday, July 27Morning: Tour of Comédie Fracaise andTheatre OdeonAfternoon: Class MeetingEvening: Prepare for DepartureMonday, July 28Program Ends. Return to Austin orIndependent Travel

PROGRAM ITINERARYAvignon: 11 Nights Paris: 4 NightsPROGRAM ITINERARYDr. BarfieldAdjunct ProfessorDramaheather.barfield@austincc.eduFACULTY LEADER MESSAGESaturday, July 12Day: Depart Austin for FranceSunday, July 13Morning: Arrive Paris and Depart toAvignonAfternoon: Check into AccommodationsEvening: Welcome DinnerMonday, July 14Morning: Walking Tour of AvignonAfternoon: Festival Check-inEvening: Free TimeTuesday, July 15All Day: Festival PerformancesWednesday, July 16Morning: Festival PerformancesAfternoon: Musée CalvetEvening: Free TimeThursday, July 17Morning: Excursion to SaultAfternoon: Lavender Fields and BotanicalGardenEvening: Free TimeFriday, July 18 Free DaySaturday, July 19Morning: Festival PerformancesAfternoon: In-Person WorkshopEvening: Pont du Gard Tour and LightShowSunday, July 20Morning: Excursion to Pope’s PalaceAfternoon: Saint-Benezet BridgeEvening: Festival Performance at Pope’sPalaceDear Students, “To provide theatre, and collective art, withsomething other than indoors spaces; to reconcilearchitecture and dramatic poetry.” – Jean Vilar,founder of the Avignon Festival in 1947Embark on a transformative 17-night study abroadjourney to the heart of the South of France, wheretheater, history, and art converge in anunforgettable experience. Begin in Austin with anintroduction to global theater, then travel toAvignon, a city renowned for its medievalarchitecture and rich artistic heritage. Here,students will explore the world-famous Festivald’Avignon, one of the premier contemporaryperforming arts events since 1947. Avignonbecomes a "city-theater" with buskers, musicians,magicians, and dancers peppering the streets withentertainment in addition to the hundreds ofperformances happening daily.Engage with groundbreaking internationalperformances in breathtaking open-air venues likethe Pope’s Palace, where history comes alivethrough cutting-edge productions, insightfulreadings, and artistic dialogue. Participate inworkshops, exchange ideas with artists, and diveinto the vibrant cultural exchange that defines thefestival.Beyond the festival, explore the stunning region ofProvence, which has long inspired artists like VanGogh and Cézanne. Visit a historic Roman arena inOrange, the Pont du Gard aqueduct, andprovincial lavender fields. In Paris, students willexperience the legacy of French theater at theComédie-Française, delving into the history ofFrench Neoclassicism and playwright Molière.This immersive program offers students theunique opportunity to witness the evolution oftheater from its ancient roots to modern-dayinnovations. Through critical reflection and hands-on experience, students will expand their creativevision and deepen their understanding of howglobal theater practices address societal, cultural,and political themes.Monday, July 21All Day: Festival PerformancesTuesday, July 22Morning: Excursion to Orange and TourTheatre Antique d’OrangeAfternoon: Class SessionEvening: Free TimeWednesday, July 23Morning: Excursion to UzésAfternoon: City Walking Tour, Return toAvignonEvening: Prepare for DepartureThursday, July 24Morning: Train to ParisAfternoon: Check into AccommodationsEvening: Group DinnerFriday, July 25Morning: Class SessionAfternoon: Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus TourEvening: Seine River CruiseSaturday, July 26Free DaySunday, July 27Morning: Tour of Comédie Fracaise andTheatre OdeonAfternoon: Class MeetingEvening: Prepare for DepartureMonday, July 28Program Ends. Return to Austin orIndependent Travel

PROGRAM ITINERARYAvignon: 11 Nights Paris: 4 NightsPROGRAM ITINERARYDr. BarfieldAdjunct ProfessorDramaheather.barfield@austincc.eduFACULTY LEADER MESSAGESaturday, July 12Day: Depart Austin for FranceSunday, July 13Morning: Arrive Paris and Depart toAvignonAfternoon: Check into AccommodationsEvening: Welcome DinnerMonday, July 14Morning: Walking Tour of AvignonAfternoon: Festival Check-inEvening: Free TimeTuesday, July 15All Day: Festival PerformancesWednesday, July 16Morning: Festival PerformancesAfternoon: Musée CalvetEvening: Free TimeThursday, July 17Morning: Excursion to SaultAfternoon: Lavender Fields and BotanicalGardenEvening: Free TimeFriday, July 18 Free DaySaturday, July 19Morning: Festival PerformancesAfternoon: In-Person WorkshopEvening: Pont du Gard Tour and LightShowSunday, July 20Morning: Excursion to Pope’s PalaceAfternoon: Saint-Benezet BridgeEvening: Festival Performance at Pope’sPalaceDear Students, “To provide theatre, and collective art, withsomething other than indoors spaces; to reconcilearchitecture and dramatic poetry.” – Jean Vilar,founder of the Avignon Festival in 1947Embark on a transformative 17-night study abroadjourney to the heart of the South of France, wheretheater, history, and art converge in anunforgettable experience. Begin in Austin with anintroduction to global theater, then travel toAvignon, a city renowned for its medievalarchitecture and rich artistic heritage. Here,students will explore the world-famous Festivald’Avignon, one of the premier contemporaryperforming arts events since 1947. Avignonbecomes a "city-theater" with buskers, musicians,magicians, and dancers peppering the streets withentertainment in addition to the hundreds ofperformances happening daily.Engage with groundbreaking internationalperformances in breathtaking open-air venues likethe Pope’s Palace, where history comes alivethrough cutting-edge productions, insightfulreadings, and artistic dialogue. Participate inworkshops, exchange ideas with artists, and diveinto the vibrant cultural exchange that defines thefestival.Beyond the festival, explore the stunning region ofProvence, which has long inspired artists like VanGogh and Cézanne. Visit a historic Roman arena inOrange, the Pont du Gard aqueduct, andprovincial lavender fields. In Paris, students willexperience the legacy of French theater at theComédie-Française, delving into the history ofFrench Neoclassicism and playwright Molière.This immersive program offers students theunique opportunity to witness the evolution oftheater from its ancient roots to modern-dayinnovations. Through critical reflection and hands-on experience, students will expand their creativevision and deepen their understanding of howglobal theater practices address societal, cultural,and political themes.Monday, July 21All Day: Festival PerformancesTuesday, July 22Morning: Excursion to Orange and TourTheatre Antique d’OrangeAfternoon: Class SessionEvening: Free TimeWednesday, July 23Morning: Excursion to UzésAfternoon: City Walking Tour, Return toAvignonEvening: Prepare for DepartureThursday, July 24Morning: Train to ParisAfternoon: Check into AccommodationsEvening: Group DinnerFriday, July 25Morning: Class SessionAfternoon: Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus TourEvening: Seine River CruiseSaturday, July 26Free DaySunday, July 27Morning: Tour of Comédie Fracaise andTheatre OdeonAfternoon: Class MeetingEvening: Prepare for DepartureMonday, July 28Program Ends. Return to Austin orIndependent Travel

FRANCEEarn 3 credits in Theater Appreciation(DRAM 1310) while exploring France withyour ACC classmates and AdjunctProfessor Dr. Heather Barfield. SESSION AND DATESTheatreBenjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship($5,000 maximum)Gilman - McCain Scholarship($5,000 maximum) Fund for Education Abroad Scholarships ($1,500 maximum)Includes:Accommodations WorkshopsExcursions and entrance fees per itineraryParis Visite public transportation cardsWelcome dinnersInternational travel health insurance24/7 logistics support and emergencyassistanceStudents are also responsible for the followingexpenses NOT included in the program fee:Round-trip airfare from Austin to FranceTransportation from airport to hotelACC course tuition, fees, and booksMeals not included in program fee Personal expensesPassport and visa fees (if applicable)Vaccinations (if applicable)ELIGIBILITY INFORMATIONOTHER SCHOLARSHIPSACC STUDY ABROAD SCHOLARSHIPSStudent participants must abide by all programrules and regulations.Program dates, itinerary, and fees are subject to change.Program fees are non-refundable.Acceptance is on a first come, first served basis. Itis recommended that you complete advising andall application requirements as soon as possible.Maximum number of participants is 15.ACC International Programs faculty-led studyabroad programs are a welcoming and inclusiveenvironment for all students.Contact any ACC campus Financial Aid Office ifyou have questions about eligibility.STEPS TO APPLYFINANCIAL AIDaustincc.edu/studyabroad512-223-7114studyabroad@austincc.edu@ACCStudyAbroadA $400 non-refundable deposit, applied towards theprogram fee, is required to secure a spot on theprogram. Program fee payment deadline is due February 27, 2025 via ACC Marketplace. Choose a study abroad program. You canbrowse all programs at our website.1.Complete an advising session startingSeptember 3, 2024. 2.Complete and submit an application.3.Complete an interview with program facultyleader. 4.Virtual One-on-One Advising Hours: Tuesday & Wednesday 9:30am–12:30pm and 1:30pm–3:30pmVirtual Group Advising Sessions:Fridays9:30am–12:30pm and 1:30pm–3:30pm Asynchronous Video Advising Sessions:Pre-recorded (available for current ACC students)Application deadline is February 6, 2025.18 years or older by program departure dateGood academic standing by the end of Fall2024Prerequisites: NoneSession: Second 5-week Summer Session 2025Class at ACC before departure: July 7- July 11Program in France: July 13 - July 28Summer 2025PROGRAM FEE - $2,800ACC Board of Trustees' Study Abroad Scholarships,($1,000) Tyler Center for Global Studies Study Abroad Fellowships,($2,500)Applications due February 13, 2025

FRANCEEarn 3 credits in Theater Appreciation(DRAM 1310) while exploring France withyour ACC classmates and AdjunctProfessor Dr. Heather Barfield. SESSION AND DATESTheatreBenjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship($5,000 maximum)Gilman - McCain Scholarship($5,000 maximum) Fund for Education Abroad Scholarships ($1,500 maximum)Includes:Accommodations WorkshopsExcursions and entrance fees per itineraryParis Visite public transportation cardsWelcome dinnersInternational travel health insurance24/7 logistics support and emergencyassistanceStudents are also responsible for the followingexpenses NOT included in the program fee:Round-trip airfare from Austin to FranceTransportation from airport to hotelACC course tuition, fees, and booksMeals not included in program fee Personal expensesPassport and visa fees (if applicable)Vaccinations (if applicable)ELIGIBILITY INFORMATIONOTHER SCHOLARSHIPSACC STUDY ABROAD SCHOLARSHIPSStudent participants must abide by all programrules and regulations.Program dates, itinerary, and fees are subject to change.Program fees are non-refundable.Acceptance is on a first come, first served basis. Itis recommended that you complete advising andall application requirements as soon as possible.Maximum number of participants is 15.ACC International Programs faculty-led studyabroad programs are a welcoming and inclusiveenvironment for all students.Contact any ACC campus Financial Aid Office ifyou have questions about eligibility.STEPS TO APPLYFINANCIAL AIDaustincc.edu/studyabroad512-223-7114studyabroad@austincc.edu@ACCStudyAbroadA $400 non-refundable deposit, applied towards theprogram fee, is required to secure a spot on theprogram. Program fee payment deadline is due February 27, 2025 via ACC Marketplace. Choose a study abroad program. You canbrowse all programs at our website.1.Complete an advising session startingSeptember 3, 2024. 2.Complete and submit an application.3.Complete an interview with program facultyleader. 4.Virtual One-on-One Advising Hours: Tuesday & Wednesday 9:30am–12:30pm and 1:30pm–3:30pmVirtual Group Advising Sessions:Fridays9:30am–12:30pm and 1:30pm–3:30pm Asynchronous Video Advising Sessions:Pre-recorded (available for current ACC students)Application deadline is February 6, 2025.18 years or older by program departure dateGood academic standing by the end of Fall2024Prerequisites: NoneSession: Second 5-week Summer Session 2025Class at ACC before departure: July 7- July 11Program in France: July 13 - July 28Summer 2025PROGRAM FEE - $2,800ACC Board of Trustees' Study Abroad Scholarships,($1,000) Tyler Center for Global Studies Study Abroad Fellowships,($2,500)Applications due February 13, 2025