“It was a very creative and fun way for me to experience and learn everything there is to America.  I didn’t have to be part of a boring English class.  I had the freedom to interact with the teachers and classmates in a fun and relaxed environment!”

Next Courses starts February 7, 2012

Tuesdays & Thursdays 6-9pm
Weekend excursions to experience local culture

1, 3 and 6 credit hours options available

Credit hours granted by North Georgia College and State University

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About the Course

Appreciation of US American Culture gives foreign students an inside look at US American life. Unlike other enrichment programs, the goal of this course is true cultural immersion. Students will better understand US American Culture, specifically Atlanta and the Southeast while gaining personal development opportunities. The course consists of classroom time, outside course work and in the field cultural experiences.  Students will explore elements of the USA culture through visual arts, literature, architecture, tourism, cuisine, music dance, theatre, and film, while exploring the USA governmental structure and USA geography, physical and cultural. Language of instruction will be English.

Students looking to fulfill 1 or 3 credit hours will be able to select their hours from the entire course, giving them a truly personalized experience.

Enjoying the Atlanta Arts Festival
Enjoying the Atlanta Arts Festival

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