Just to give you a few examples for what we have planned in Cadiz (and you can see them all here), there are FDPs in subjects ranging across the course catalogue. For those interested in communications/psychology, Professor John Mueller will be leading a group in nonverbal communication. Voyagers participating in this FDP will be observing Spaniards in their natural environment engaging in their typical daily activities with the objective of assessing the notion that cultures differ in their nonverbal communication, and seeing how these differences could illustrate psychological principles.
For those studying art, Professors John and Faye Serio will be leading an FDP on “Women in Cadiz Through History,” that will take participants on a historic tour of Cadiz that will emphasize the portrayal of women in the exhibits and artwork that they encounter. Students will also have the chance to take photographs and draw directly from the paintings and architecture that they come across. The objective will be to study similarities and differences in technique, in composition, and in figurative treatment.
Some classes also require some fieldwork in addition to the FDPs, such as Military Force and Diplomacy, where Professor Mabbutt is requiring his students to keep a journal with entries for every port visit that reflect topics covered in classes. Assignments like these are considered to be an integral part of the SAS academic experience and therefore, twenty percent of the grade for every course offered is comprised of fieldwork.
On a brief side note to my readers, I myself will be off the ship for the next few days so I may not have the opportunity to post until I return. Enjoy the next few days; I know that we will!
Photo by SAS Photographer John Weakley
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