GREECE PROGRAM- WINTER 2024
Sociology of Food and Mediterranean Diet
WINTER 2024 PROGRAM APPLICATION OPEN!
DEADLINE: Friday, October 27th, 2023
Program Information
Location: Athens, Greece
This course explores the social, cultural, economic, and political dimensions of food production, distribution, consumption, and representation. Through a sociological lens, students will analyze the complex relationships between food, identity, power, inequality, globalization, and social change.
In addition, this course explores the Mediterranean lifestyle and diet, emphasizing its cultural, nutritional, and health aspects. Students will learn about the history, components, and benefits of the Mediterranean diet of the local Greek region, as well as how to integrate key lifestyle practices into their daily routines for overall well-being.
NY departure and return dates: January 2 – 24, 2024
Arrive in Athens: morning of January 3rd
Course: 3 credits (SOC or FNES)
Faculty: Professor Nicholas Alexiou and Professor George Giannopoulos
PROGRAM COSTS
Cost Paid to Study Abroad Office: $2295
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Housing, breakfast, tuition differential, excursions |
$1835 |
| Travel Insurance | $60 |
| QC Program Fee | $400 |
Not included in the above cost:
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CUNY tuition for in-state, matriculated undergraduates |
$915 (For out of state undergraduate: $1860) |
| Airfare |
$1000 – $1300 (estimate) |
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Minimum budget for meals and personal expenses: |
$25 to $30 per day |
PODCAST EPISODE
Please keep in mind
– Programs are open to all undergraduate students from all CUNY campuses (unless restricted by level of study, language fluency, or other program criteria)
– Some programs may require travel on Fridays and some Saturdays
– Students are encouraged to apply early
Study Abroad Office
King Hall, Room 203
Queens College, CUNY
65-30 Kissena Blvd. Flushing, New York 11367-1597
718-997-5050
718-997-5055 (FAX)
Email: studyabroad@qc.cuny.edu