Intensive Institute in
Persian Language & Culture
Summer
2008
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The CSUF Intensive Institute in Persian Language and Culture is open to qualified students. It is administered through the office of the Dean in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences. Through the CSUF Intensive Institute in Persian Language and Culture students will earn 9 units of college credit while experiencing a wide range of interactive activities both in and out of the classroom, practice listening and speaking Persian in realistic contexts, and enjoy rapid progress in a true immersion environment.
Timeline
The CSUF Intensive Institute in Persian Language and Culture requires a minimum commitment of 6 weeks during the summer session followed by continued study of Persian during 2008-09 in individual directed studies such as Engineering, Literature, Business, etc. Participation in the Intensive Institute in Persian Language and Culture will culminate in a study abroad opportunity in summer 2009. Students who complete this program will obtain a certificate in Persian Studies. |
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SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Scholarships will be provided to all students admitted to the program
and will cover the following costs:
- Tuition
- Lunch (Monday-Friday)
- Saturday excursions due to availability of community events
- Activities associated with the Persian Summer Institute
For additional information about scholarships, please contact
Dr. Angela Della Volpe at 714.278.2024
FACULTY
- Professor Ghazzal Dabiri, Institute Director, has taught a variety of courses at CSU, at UCLA and at Santa Monica College.
- Professor Parastoo Danaee has taught a variety of Persian courses at Cal State Fullerton since 2003. She previously taught at the Kish Air English Language Institute in Iran.
- In addition, Teaching Assistants, fluent in Persian, will assist the lead instructor
CLASS & CREDIT DETAILS
Students will earn a total of 9 college credits in a combination of coursework, laboratory hours, a speakers’ series, a film series and a number of other language related activities. Small class, one-to-one tutoring, and innovative use of technology enhance individualized learning. Classes and interactive learning extend from morning to late afternoon, with “language table” lunches.
Students will experience a wide range of interactive activities both in and out of the classroom, practice listening and speaking Persian in realistic contexts, and enjoy rapid progress in a true immersion environment.
Intermediate Persian
Prerequisites Persian 102 or equivalent. Continued development of listening and reading comprehension, speaking and writing and cultural awareness using intermediate level language based on cultural materials. The intensive immersion course awards 9 credit units. It incorporates
- Persian 203 for 3 units
- Persian 204 for 3 units
- Persian 300 for 3 units
APPLICATION AND REGISTRATION
Extended Deadline to register is April 11, 2008
Program Dates is from May 27 to July 3 2008
Early registration is recommended, as classes fill quickly.
The application procedure is an easy two step process:
1. Complete an application form. You may pick one up in the College of Humanities & Social Sciences Dean’s Office (H-211) or on line at http://hss.fullerton.edu/hss/persian/
By MAIL
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Print out the form with your local printer
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Send your completed registration form to: Dr. Angela Della
Volpe, CSUF (H-211), 800 N. State College Blvd., Fullerton, CA 92831
CSUF -- In Person
Bring completed registration form to our office during business hours:
Monday-Friday 8am-5pm. We are located in H-211. Our tel. (714) 278-2024.
CSUF – by FAX
Send completed registration form to our FAX at (714) 278-5898.
2. The
second step takes place once your application has been reviewed. In
order to qualify you will be asked to undergo screening and an interview.
Acceptance into the program will be given prior to the start of the class. Once class begins, instructor signature is required and registration can only be submitted in person.
Email us at: gdabiri@fullerton.edu and adellavolpe@fullerton.edu
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