London, England

Overview

While living in London students will study at the American Heritage Association (AHA) London Center and study with other students of the ILACA consortium. The ILACA consortium includes Gonzaga University, Pacific Lutheran University, the University of Portland, the University of Puget Sound and Willamette University. A professor from one of the ILACA schools will teach two courses in his or her specialty. During the fall semester of 2008 Professor James Thompson will be in London, while Professor Patricia Varas will attend the program in the spring of 2009.

Academics

Most of the classes at the London Center are related to English civilization, literature, politics, history, art and theater. As mentioned earlier students will take two classes from the ILACA professor along with two other classes. This program is highly recommended for History, English, Politics, Art History, Studio Art and Theater majors. Field trips and excursions are an integral part of this program and students will benefit from first-hand experience of the subjects they study. Read more about the courses and their included excursions on the ILACA London Program Page.

Learn more about the AHA London Center

Housing

Students live with host families in London suburbs and commute to the London Center via The Tube.

Dates

The London program is available either during either the fall or spring semester. The fall semester begins in early September and ends mid December; spring semester begins in early February and ends mid May.

Cost

The program cost is WU tuition plus a program fee equivalent to Willametteï¿½s Room and Board Plan B. The fee includes room and board, planned excursions, a Tube pass, health insurance and on-site support.

Resources

Local Weather
Embassy of England: historical and government information
CIA World Factbook
Lonely Planet Guide