Departure: April 30, 2010
Return to U.S.: May 9, 2010

Sacred Heart University's Center for Irish Cultural Studies is excited to announce it's inaugural adult cultural and educational travel program for adults at the University's site in Dingle, County Kerry, Ireland.   The University has been educating its undergraduate students, and those from dozens of universities across the country, in study abroad programs at the site for five years.   Now, this unique experience is available for adults.  This program is not a "tour" or sightseeing trip.  Rather, it is intended for those who wish to go beyond sightseeing and experience a place, a culture and a community in a more in-depth manner.  You will interact with scholars and local experts to which a typical tourist would not have access.  Lectures, guided walks and cultural activities will give you a living experience of Celtic culture.   Three of the main areas you will be exposed to include Theology & Celtic Spirituality, Irish Archaelogy and Irish Anthropology & Folklore.  Other lessons, workshops and activities in the areas of Irish Language, Traditional Irish Music and Song,  Irish Dance, Storytelling and Literature are included in the program.