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Au revoir et Merci !
On the occasion of our closing, the AUCP has many thank-you’s to extend. After 22 years of commitment to what we proudly consider the establishment of land-mark standards of student learning in international education, it is time to express our profound gratitude to the many, many people and institutions who have contributed each in their way to the documented success of AUCP programs.
Moroccan Trip for our students
Some of our girls have the chance to discover the magnificent city of Fez
What’s planned? Visit of the top cultural places and meetings with some morrocan eminent figures.
Baba Ghannouj for Thanksgiving?! Of course!
In the chaos of the Syrian conflict, one positive event will stand out.
Students of the American University Center of Provence will use the celebration of Thanksgiving to honor and pay tribute to the forgotten but rich Syrian culture.
J-9 avant notre dîner de Thanksgiving !
Qui a dit que le mois de novembre devait être nostalgique et morose ?
Les feuilles se parent de rouge et d’or puis tombent comme pour habiller les rues de couleurs chatoyantes. Les températures, encore douces, laissent présager encore quelques belles journées. C’est enfin et surtout un mois plein de charme qui lance officiellement le compte à rebours avant notre Grand Dîner de Thanksgiving !
Alors avez-vous changé d’avis concernant novembre ? 😉
What are Summer Students Saying About AUCP Study Abroad?
If you asked our Summer students what their semester with the AUCP in Provence was like, most of them would likely agree that it was both a romantic and productive experience! Here is what they have to say . . .
My summer on a French farm!
We’d like to introduce you to AUCP Fall 2015 student Stefani Kuo from Yale, who chose to spend her summer in the picturesque town of Uzès in the South of France, working on a French farm.
What are Spring Students Saying About AUCP Study Abroad?
Ca y est! Exams are over and the semester came to a close. Some are back in the US and some are exploring France and Europe, but before leaving, here are some thoughts they shared about their time abroad in France.
An Excursion en Camargue – The Heart of Provence
Led by ‘Provence Through Literature and Film’ professor Marie-Anne Rossignol, AUCP students visited the wild west of Provence – La Camargue – a Springtime excursion highlighting the history and landscapes described in works by prolific Provençal authors Joseph d’Arbaud and Frédéric Mistral.
From Hong Kong to Marseille: Meet AUCP Student Jessica!
Today, we’d like you to meet Jessica, an French & Medieval studies major from Pomona College who is studying abroad this semester in Marseille. The « Meet an AUCP Student » series is part of an on-going series on Le Blog to show you how AUCP students, although they often share a common passion for the French language and culture, each have their own unique way of living with and like the French at the AUCP.
AUCP Marseille Students Inspired in Fez, Morocco
AUCP Marseille students have just returned from their week-long study tour in Fez, Morocco. After finding their place within a French host family, Marseille students repeated the experience with a Moroccan family in Fez – getting a real feel for daily life in two worlds so diverse yet so intimately linked.
Connect with Lilli Engle at the Forum!
AUCP Founding Director Lilli Engle and Resident Advisor Nitin Beeharry will be at the Forum on Education Abroad (April 6-8, 2016 in Atlanta, GA). Be sure not to miss Lilli’s conference session : The Measure of Success – Preserving Transformational Education in Democratized Study Abroad
Meet AUCP Student Colleen!
Today, we’d like you to meet Colleen, an French & English major from Providence College. The « Meet an AUCP Student » series is part of an on-going series on Le Blog to show you how AUCP students, although they often share a common passion for the French language and culture, each have their own unique way of living with and like the French at the AUCP.
From a Fraternity to France: Meet AUCP Student Ryan!
Today, we’d like you to meet Ryan, an French & Interantional Business major from Linfield College who is studying abroad for the entire academic year. The « Meet an AUCP Student » series is part of an on-going series on Le Blog to show you how AUCP students, although they often share a common passion for the French language and culture, each have their own unique way of living with and like the French at the AUCP.
Meet AUCP Student Annalise!
Today, we’d like you to meet Annalise, a French & Psychology major from Fordham University. The « Meet an AUCP Student » series is part of an on-going series on Le Blog to show you how AUCP students, although they often share a common passion for the French language and culture, each have their own unique way of living with and like the French at the AUCP.
Welcome Spring Students!
Last week, AUCP welcomed its new group of students for our Spring semester. Orientation, French evaluations, city visits, and intensive French review fill the students’ first week in France.
AUCP Marseille Students In Fez, Morocco
AUCP Marseille students have just returned from their week-long study tour in Fez, Morocco. This year’s trip took place just days after the attacks in Paris, but given the choice of going or not, our Marseille students took advantage of this stellar opportunity to learn and conquer fear. Pictures, here!
Rachael on Fighting Fear & Islamophobia: AUCP Alumni Guest Post
Many AUCP alumni were deeply affected by the November 13th terrorists attacks in Paris. An attack on the values of a country they hold so dear. Linfield College student and AUCP alumna Rachael Conway wrote this post, demonstrating what it truly means to be a Global Citizen.
Ode to France
« No country does life on earth better than the French, » commented an anonymous American known only by his alias on the New York Times’ website, the night of the recent terrorist attacks in Paris. Massively shared on French social media and on all major French media websites, this touching « ode to France » rang true, lifting heavy hearts throughout the country.
The Marseillais Make Montécaos!
What’s a montécao, you ask? Our AUCP Marseille students found out! Monday evening, a group of students went to a local oriental pâtisserie to learn how to make this traditional North African cookie whose recipe dates back over a thousand years!
Rugby in Provence
As part of his AUCP Personal Interest Activity requirement, University of Pennsylvania student Tabong Kima discovered a local university rugby club right here in Aix-en-Provence, France.
Above and Beyond Picture Perfect
AUCP Fall students from both Aix and Marseille came together for their first day-long excursion and discovered first-hand the architectureal harmony of the legendary hilltop villages of Provence. It was a sunny day that brought to life all of the romantic images that Provence is made of, and more…
Welcome Fall Students!
Last week, the AUCP welcomed two new groups of students from America’s finest universities. Fall 2015 will be a semester of discovery, new relationships, and unparalleled learning. But above all, it will be très, très français !!
Saying Au Revoir
We said au revoir to our Summer class of 2015 !
Lavender, Honey and Cheese, Oh My!
Imagine Provence. What comes to mind? Endless fields of lavender, olive oil, cheese and more! Last week, AUCP Summer students explored the quintessential farmlands of Provence, and discovered what goes into producing lavender, honey and olive oil … these important emblems of Provence!
Le Festival d’Aix: Aix Outshines Paris
Yesterday, AUCP Summer students saw an opera by Mozart under the stars in one of the most emblematic open-air theaters in Aix-en-Provence. No need to go to Paris, the largest, most renowned Opera Festival in France takes place every summer right here in Aix-en-Provence, and our students are a part of it!
Fête de la Musique 2015
AUCP summer students will be dancing in the streets of Aix-en-Provence on June 21st! Launched by France’s charismatic Minister of Culture…
AUCP Summer Excursions
This summer AUCP students will enjoy four faculty-led field trips and discover the cultural heritage and traditions of Provence. Check out the summer field trip calendar and wish you were here!
Here’s what Spring Students Are Saying About AUCP Study Abroad!
We said farewell to our class of Spring 2015 just last week. But before they said their last goodbyes to the South of France, we asked them to share their thoughts about their experience abroad.
AUCP Study Abroad Spring 2015 – in Video!
We said au revoir to our lovely Spring class of 2015 at the farewell cocktail Friday evening, bringing together professors, staff and students. Check out a video, here!
Where do AUCP Students Spend Spring Break?
AUCP Study Abroad students just got back from their Spring break. They had two gloriously sunny weeks to take advantage of Aix and Marseille’s ideal locations to travel throughout France and Europe – before their final exams this week.
Summer Cooking Classes
This summer, in addition to their AUCP university coursework, students will have the opportunity to learn the deliciously fresh and easy culinary traditions of Provence, through hands-on classes with celebrated local Chef, Bruno Ungaro.
AUCP Students Explore Provence’s Wild West: La Camargue!
Led by ‘Provence Through Literature and Film’ professor Marie-Anne Rossignol, AUCP students visited the wild west of Provence – La Camargue – a lovely Springtime excursion that highlighted the history and landscapes described in works by prolific Provençal authors Joseph d’Arbaud and Frédéric Mistral.
Recipe: Daube de Poulet Mauritienne
Students spent last Tuesday in the AUCP kitchen! French language partners joined in for an authentically Francophone home-made lunch in the garden. We’re sharing a recipe for a fabulous and unique Franco-Mauritian Daube de Poulet from Recettes de Famille, an AUCP student collection of French recipes shared with their host families.
Having a Ball or Interacting with French Students? Both!
Last Saturday, French university ‘Ecole Nationale des Arts et Métiers’ made its mark on student nightlife in Aix with its extravagant annual Costume Ball. AUCP students spent an evening out alongside their language partners at a soirée filled with clowns, tightrope walkers, mimes and more…
Poisson d’Avril!
Spring brings out the jokester in all of us with the poisson d’avril, the French equivalent of April Fools’ Day. The history of the « April Fish, » some newsworthy April Fools jokes in France and key prank-worthy French vocab, here!
Students Discover the Fine Wines of Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Led by Joël Corre, AUCP Culture and Business of French Wines professor and head of the Aix Institut d’Oenologie, AUCP students visited the world-renowned Châteauneuf-du-Pape wine region of Provence.
Recipe: Quiche Provençale
Students spent last Tuesday in the AUCP kitchen making all kinds of quiches! French language partners joined in for an authentically French home-made lunch in the garden. We’re sharing a recipe for a fabulous quiche Provençal from Recettes de Famille, an AUCP student collection of the favorite dishes they shared while living with their French host family.
Meet Lilli Engle at the Forum!
AUCP Founding Director Lilli Engle and Resident Advisor Nitin Beeharry will be at the Forum on Education Abroad at the end of the month. Visit Table 20 to connect with Lilli and Nitin at the Forum, and be sure not to miss Lilli’s conference session on qualitative assessment questionnaires!
It’s Winter Break! Where Are AUCP Study Abroad Students?
AUCP Study Abroad students are out and about. Aix and Marseille are conveniently situated for travel, and the students’ week-long winter break is a fantastic opportunity to explore other nearby countries!
Meet AUCP Student Kaitlin!
Our Meet an AUCP Study Abroad student series continues with Kaitlin, a full-year student and French major/Anthropology minor from Colby College. She shares about FOMO, confesses about her non-existent dancing skills, and gives insight into what it’s really like living abroad for a year.
Recipe: Les Crêpes pour La Chandeleur
Students made crêpes together on La Chandeleur, or for the gourmands, La fête des crêpes! With some history and a recipe from Recettes de Famille, an AUCP student collection of the favorite dishes they shared while living with their French host family.
Meet AUCP Student Lars!
Our Meet an AUCP Student series continues with Lars, a Grinnell College student studying in Marseille. Lars shares about his love of languages, playing basketball in France, his week in Morocco and living in Marseille. Read on to learn more!
Your AUCP Study Abroad Experience in One Word
We asked our students what words best described their semester at the AUCP. They responded…
AUCP Student Guest Post: Full-Year Student Kaitlin on #JeSuisCharlie
Kaitlin Curran is a full-year student studying at the AUCP in Aix-en-Provence. A French Studies major from Colby College in Maine, Kaitlin experienced the moment and the aftermath of 9/11, the Boston Marathon attack, and now the events in France. She shares her insights and contrasts.
Welcome Spring Students!
This week, the AUCP welcomes its new group of students for our Spring semester.
AUCP Fall Student’s Favorite Parts of Study Abroad
We asked AUCP students about their favorite experiences of the semester. This is what they had to say.
Saying Farewell to Fall 2014
We said farewell to our bright and intelligent Fall classes of 2014 at the farewell cocktail Friday evening, bringing together professors, staff, host families and students in both Aix and in Marseille.
A Very French Thanksgiving Abroad
Friday evening, 110 guests came together to celebrate Thanksgiving, à la française. Students, their host families, language partners, professors and staff shared in a festive evening filled with good food, good wine and good company.
Wine Tasting in Chateâuneuf-du-Pape
Led by Joël Corre, AUCP Culture and Business of French Wines professor and head of the Aix Institut d’Oenologie, AUCP students visited the world-renowned Châteauneuf-du-Pape wine region of Provence.
They’re Back! First Photos from AUCP Marseille Trip to Fez, Morocco
AUCP Marseille students have just returned from their week-long study tour in Fez, Morocco. This year’s trip added a whole new facet to the experience, with an excursion to the Erfoud area of the Sahara Desert in the company of nomads! The first pictures, here.