This is an international service-learning course that takes place on the Greek island of Paros. Service projects will include, but are not limited to, producing promotional videos for local tourism; documentary videos of island lifestyles, cultural and archeological sites; producing 3D graphical recreations of archeological locations; and photojournalism. Classroom work will include work on documenting cultural artifacts and historical sites, strategies for the local service learning projects, and review of work in progress. Classroom experiences will be supplemented by field trips to experience museums, churches, archaeological sites, and cultural events on Paros. Students will work with local residents, Innovaros and Parosweb.com. For more information, including last year's documentary video, see the program website.
Documenting Historical and Cultural Artifacts and Traditions
Applications
Summer 2017
This application has closed.
Program Dates
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- Program DatesMay 15 - June 12, 2017
- Academic Program
This program offers the three-credit course NEWM-N 485 / NEWM-N 585, Undergraduate and Graduate level "Documenting Historical Cultural Artifacts and Traditions on Paros, Greece". This service-learning course will engage students in projects relating to the digital documentation of the cultural heritage of Paros, Greece.
The available coursework is particularly suited for, but not necessarily limited to, the following academic interests: Computer Science/Informatics, Journalism, Anthropology, Museum Studies, Communications, Fine Arts-Studio, and Telecommunications.
- Additional Information
For more information on this program, please contact Professor Albert William or Professor Thomas Lewis.
All information is subject to change. This site is neither a contract nor an offer to make a contract. The Office of International Affairs reserves the right to change or discontinue a program at will. Please contact our office if you have a disability and need assistance or special arrangements.
- HousingStudents will be housed in local hotels.
- Program Eligibility
You may apply if you:
All applicants must meet IUPUI’s minimum standard eligibility requirements. Additional requirements for this program include:
- Academic requirements: University student in good standing, with a minimum GPA of 2.75.
- Pre-requisites: Knowledge of digital storytelling, script-writing, video documentation techniques and editing, photography, 3D modeling, texturing and animation. Priority will be given to students majoring in media arts and science and informatics and participants should have the basic knowledge of Photoshop, Adobe Premier or Final Cut Pro, and Autodesk Maya.
- Class standing: open to all students, although priority will be given to students who have completed their sophomore year.
Selection is based on maturity, seriousness of purpose, and appropriateness of match between program and applicant.
Students must be able to demonstrate flexibility, resilience, and self-reliance.
Complete eligibility criteria and selection criteria are outlined within the Academic Policies and Procedures of the Office of Overseas Study. Selection is based on maturity, seriousness of purpose, and appropriateness of match between program and applicant. Students on disciplinary probation during program period are ineligible.
- Academic requirements: University student in good standing, with a minimum GPA of 2.75.
- Costs and Financial Aid
Financial Aid and Scholarships:
- IU scholarships, grants and loans applicable to program costs with some exceptions. Please carefully check these exceptions before you commit to a program.
Please see our financial aid page for general information and links to additional scholarship opportunities.