To Work and Play in Paris:
A UCCS 9-Day Work-Life Balance Experience in France
Program Details
Program Dates: 05/31/2024 – 06/07/2024
Location: Paris, France
Faculty Lead: Tom Francis
Application Deadline: 03/01/2024
Program Price: $2,750 per student*
IPO Scholarship: $2,500 in scholarship funds available per student to offset program costs
*Maximum program fee – subject to change depending on enrollment numbers
Program Summary
Join our UCCS group for a Faculty-led immersive experience in Paris “The City of Lights” to explore what The Future of Work might look like for you as well the importance of Work-Life Balance in our lives (including also how we play!). We will meet and greet local authors, artists, universities, and businesses to get a rich nuanced view of both the cultural differences and similarities between the U.S., France, and Europe too. We will also have plenty of time to have fun and play by visiting some “classic” Parisian sites and even a few surprising ones. Be an ambassador for UCCS, Colorado, and the U.S. as we both “Work & Play in Paris!” and experience as the French say, “joie de vivre” (exuberant enjoyment of life).
What’s Included
Itinerary Highlights
- Walking tour of the Latin Quarter in Paris
- Eiffel Tower and Seine River cruise
- Tour of the Musée du Louvre
- Paris Catacombs audio-guided tour
- University of Paris visit
- Visit to INSEAD (Fontainebleau campus)
- Business/Organization site visit (TBD)
- Reims day trip
Transportation & Travel Documents
- Group airport pick-up in Paris (CDG), with transportation to lodging in Paris
- Group airport return in Paris (CDG)
- Ground transportation on all program activities, as necessary
- Local transportation card
Not Included:
- International airfare
- Passport processing fees
- Luggage fees
Room & Board
Accommodation:
- Accommodation in shared hotel rooms
- Linens, towels, and weekly cleaning
Meals:
- Daily breakfast included at hotel
- Group welcome meal and farewell meal
Not Included:
- Any additional meals or activities not specified or listed as “not included”
Health & Safety
- API on-site Resident Director available 24/7 for emergencies
- Health, safety, and cultural orientation upon arrival to Paris
Academic Component
Academics:
- Business/Organization Site Visit (TBD) on the topic of I/O Psychology practices in the workplace
Faculty Lead: Dr. Tom Francis
Bio:
Dr. Tom Francis is a full-time Psychology Instructor at UCCS. He has a Psy.D. (Doctor of Psychology) in Organizational Leadership and is passionate about navigating and balancing our relationship to work and our lives too. Some related interests include stress and worker well-being, fairness and diversity in the workplace, developing and nurturing teams, and leadership issues. He works with students of all ages to better understand what it is we need and want from our work.
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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
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Why API
API offers best-in-class programming, with student well-being a high priority.
Our mission is to create better global citizens through international experiential learning. API programs are developed to be transformative, career-boosting experiences that include:
- Community involvement through optional volunteer programs with API Gives Back
- Cultural awareness through relevant coursework and time spent in multicultural student groups
- High-touch student support throughout the program
About API
Academic Programs International (API) was founded in 1997 and is dedicated to providing high-quality, affordable experiential learning programs. Their extensive pre-departure preparation, coupled with strong support services on-site, facilitates academic, cultural and linguistic learning. Within the supportive environment of the API programs, API participants are encouraged to explore their host communities and become increasingly independent and confident in their own abilities. They strive to make international educational experiences accessible to as many participants as possible, and, as such, works to provide multiple program components at a low program cost.
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
API is committed to providing enriching international experiences to its participants. We believe in the importance of promoting acceptance, dignity, and respect among people of all backgrounds. No matter who you are or where you come from, API will support you during your journey abroad.