CIEE: Paris - Summer Contemporary French Studies

CIEE: Paris - Summer Contemporary French Studies Photo 8 reviews Write a review

This program is designed for students at all levels of French who wish to deepen their understanding of the language and culture of France. Students may take intensive French language courses at the beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, or focused, stimulating content courses—taught in French and Englis... More

Provider: CIEE
Location(s): Paris, France
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Susanna M.

12/02/2011

Paris Is A Place Of Cultural Wonder As Well As Tension, And In It, I Found A New View On The World.

It was worthwhile because I learned so much about the world, and it opened my eyes to the issues that face every country, and every city all over the world. Paris is not exempt from cultural tension and racism, and this dichotomy between the immigrants and the Parisians can be overwhelming. I certainly learned a lot, and, in fac...

Claire M.

11/16/2011

French Culture In Paris= The Best Summer Of My Life!

as stated in previous box!

Ann G.

11/06/2011

Summer In Paris

If you're studying foreign languages and cultures, there really is no substitute to spending time in the country itself.

Jacqueline C.

11/02/2011

June In Paris

Amazing experience!

angie a.

11/01/2011

Paris, And Amazing City, Ciee, Eh

Being in Paris was great, the program and the coordinators would not be something I'd want to do over again, or revisit. Paris is a beautiful, rich city, and should be discovered.

Andrew K.

10/24/2011

Summer Contemporary French Studies: An Assessment

I was certainly satisfied with it, as I definitely improved my French and I got to see and do things that most people will never do in a lifetime. However, I still feel like the program didn't stress the all important cultural immersion enough; I feel that we should have had more structured opportunities to meet and interact wit...

Lori K.

10/04/2011

Paris: One Of Best Experiences Ever!

Yes, my study abroad experience was worthwhile because I've learned and embraced so much through the program that it made me a better person for who I am.

Nicole P.

08/24/2010

France: Challenging, Fun, An Experience I'll Never Forget.

This was definitely worthwhile. I learned a lot about different cultures, how they coincide with each other, the language and how much it means to different countries, etc. I feel like my cultural awareness has matured a lot. Unfortunately, the rest of my academic career is laid out with no wiggle room, so I will not be able to ...