And now for something completely different:

The English Experience

Explore the culture of England, past and present, in this new study abroad course for May, 2007.  History comes alive with England's ancient castles, cathedrals, and public buildings that stand as monuments to a time when the city was the center of the world’s largest empire. Today, historic London punctuates a modern city with renowned museums, art galleries, theaters and concert halls that make it a magnet for young people across Europe and the world.

A series of lectures by community leaders, informal discussions with local residents, and exciting field trips provide students with the opportunity to develop an appreciation of British culture and society. The themes cover such aspects of British society as politics, education, communication, race, family, and religion. Students will have the opportunity to:

·       Visit some of the most magnificent cathedrals in the world (St. Paul's, Salisbury, Westminster Abbey)

·       See a performance of Les Miserables in London's famed theater district

·       Observe a trial at Old Bailey, view the House of Commons in action, and tour the Tower of London

·       Tour historic Oxford University

·       Visit Stonehenge and the ancient city of Salisbury

·       Eat at historic pubs and a diverse array of ethnic restaurants

·       Visit with seniors at a drop-in center and have lunch with college students in London

·       Tour the former residence of Sigmund Freud and the final resting place of Karl Marx

·       Explore Chinatown , the Brixton African-Caribbean neighborhood, and the Brick Lane Indian neighborhood

·       See a Guttenberg Bible, the Magna Carta, and hand-written lyrics by the Beatles at the British Library

This course is sponsored by the Clayton State Honors Program but open to all students with a minimum GPA of 3.0. 

Course:       International Studies (INTL) 3800H Upper division elective may be applied wherever needed.

Date:           May 8 - 23, 2007

Cost:           $2237: Includes lodging at the 3-star Kingsway Park Hotel, all transportation, tours, admissions, and a full English breakfast each day

Tuition:       Not included, students pay only, no fees, for a 3-hour course.

Financial     Tuition costs are covered by the HOPE scholarship for eligible students. Student loans, and Pell grants, and scholarships are available to help with program costs. Students should contact the financial aid office for applications. Additional scholarships will be awarded by the Office of International Education, See

Dr. Welborn, Director of International Education, or Dr. Demmitt, Honors Program Director.

For Further Information Contact:

Dr. Kevin Demmitt, Honors Program Director

Phone: (678) 466-4802; email KevinDemmitt@Clayton.edu

Dr. Robert Welborn, Director of International Studies

Phone: (678) 466-4109; email: RobertWelborn@Clayton.edu