New Orleans, Louisiana
Program Details
Louisiana is a state rich in history, culture, cuisine, music, geography, and biology. A Taste of Louisiana offers far more than just an introduction to the many foods unique to this state, the course will also provide students with a taste of many other aspects of this fabulous state.
Students will spend one week in Louisiana where they will listen to live jazz music, et many new and delicious foods every day and go on a Cajun food tour, and tour the following: New Orleans French Quarter, cemeteries, National World War II Museum, swamps, plantations, and a historic Cajun village. Part of the day will also be spent providing service to local charities.
This promises to be an experience students will remember for a lifetime. A minimum of eight students is required for the trip to occur.
All participants will be enrolled in DSD 2900: A Taste of Louisiana, Summer Semester (2 credit hours).
Important Dates
| Trip Date | Semester | Application Deadline |
|---|---|---|
|
July 6 - July 12 |
Summer | March 7th |
Program Costs
| Item | Cost | Due Date |
|---|---|---|
|
Deposit |
$300 | March 7th |
|
1st Half Program Cost |
$650 | April 4th |
|
2nd Half Program Cost |
$650 | May 16th |
|
Total* |
$1,600 | May 16th |
|
Estimated Flight Cost |
$400-$700 | Provide flight information to the ELO by June 6th |
*Students that participate in the Louisiana program are required to purchase their own flights. The Engaged Learning Office will provide dates and flight information of faculty members so students can plan accordingly.
Note: Students are only required to purchase round trips to and from their program destination.
Eligibility
In order to be eligible for this program, all participants must meet the following requirements:
- Have a minimum GPA of 2.0
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Complete application packet
- Provide proof of health insurance
- Must be enrolled at SLCC
Participants are required to attend all pre-departure orientation sessions/classes as well as all scheduled educational and cultural learning activities. In addition, students must complete all course requirements as assigned by the program leader.
Courses
All students will be enrolled in DSD 2900: A Taste of Louisiana,
Summer Semester (2 credit hours) with Professor Jeff Zealley.
Faculty Contact
Jeff Zealley, Associate Professor, Mortuary Science
jeff.zealley@slcc.edu
801-957-6206; Jordan Campus, JHS 124
Cancellation/Withdraw
If you need to withdraw from a Domestic Study program you may be refunded depending on how far in advance you are withdrawing. There are costs associated with each trip. Some of these costs are non-refundable. Advanced payments on each student's behalf may not be reimbursed if a student withdraws or is unable to participate. Students are responsible for all non-refundable advanced payments. If a student is unable to participate for any reason, SLCC reserves the right to determine the amount of refund, if any.
Accessibility
Please Note: All program excursions require an extensive amount of walking including stairs, hills and rough terrain.
If you have difficulties with mobility or have other accessibility needs, please contact Accessibility and Disability Services to see if reasonable accommodations are available.