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One God, Three Beliefs, Life Under a Cloud: The Cold War, Tales and Myths from the Ancient Near East

Program Number: 20846RJ
Start and End Dates:
2/10/2013 - 2/15/2013;
Duration: 5 nights
Location: DeLand, Florida
Price starting at: $668.00 - Price may vary based on date, departure city
Program Type: Multi-Topic
Meals: 15; 5 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 5 Dinners    
Meal Options: Vegetarian    

Activity Particulars

Minimal walking and standing on this program.




Date Specific Information

2-10-2013

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Coordinated by Stetson University.



One God, Three Beliefs

Examine the origins of the three major monotheistic religions, Judaism, Christianity and Islam, along with the explanation of how they blossomed, were interpreted and survived. (Note: this class does not touch of the historical validity of beliefs.)



Life Under a Cloud: The Cold War

The Cold War was a continual state of political conflict, military tension and economic competition that dominated international affairs for half a century. It was a shadow war marked by suspicion, mutual distrust and perceptions of hostile intent.



Tales and Myths from the Ancient Near East

The ancient Near East produced an interesting assortment of tales, myths, law codes, hymns and other literature. Examine excerpts from this literature and discuss the possible influence of these ancient texts on the Bible and ancient Israel.




DeLand

DeLand is within easy reach of Disney World, the Daytona International Speedway, Sea World and Universal Studios. The town itself, known as the “Athens of Florida,” is surrounded by spring-fed lakes and acres of orange groves. The nearby Blue Spring State Park is home to manatees.
Accommodations
Comfortable hotel.
Meals and Lodgings
   University Inn
  Deland, FL 5 nights
 University Inn
Type: Motel
  Description: Located across the street from the university.
  Contact info: 644 N. Woodland Blvd.
DeLand, FL 32720 USA
phone: 386-734-5711
web: www.universityinndeland.com/
  Room amenities: Security Cameras on Property, • Front Desk Staffed 24 hours, • In room coffee makers, • Micro-fridges • FREE Cable TV with Premium Channels, • FREE local and toll-free calling, • Fitness room, • Large outdoor pool, • Hair Dryers, • Ironing Boards, • WI-FI – free entire property and in room
  Facility amenities: Security Cameras on Property, • Front Desk Staffed 24 hours • Large outdoor pool
  Smoking allowed: Yes
  Additional nights prior: $59-89. Ask for Road Scholar rate.
  Check in time: 3:30 PM
  Additional nights after: $59-89. Ask for Road Scholar rate.
  Check out time: 11:00 AM


Travel Details
  Start of Program:
Registration begins at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday You will be staying at University Inn that night.
  End of Program:
Program ends approximately 1:00 on Friday You will be staying at University Inn the night before.
  Required documents:
The Road Scholar Health & Safety Form is required. Completed health form returned to Program Coordinator prior to arrival. Valid photo ID such as driver's license.
  Parking availability:
Free on-site parking for duration of program. If you need to drive to the classroom locations a parking pass will be provided.
Transportation
To Start of Program
  Location:  Deland, FL
  Nearest city or town:  Daytona Beach
  Nearest highway: Highway 17/92. and I-4
  Nearest airport:  Daytona Beach International Airport (DAB), Daytona Beach, FL., Orlando International Airport (MCO), Orlando, FL
  From End of Program
  Location: Deland, FL
    (Additional transportation information same as above)
Travel Details
 

University Inn - DeLand

 

From Airport

 
 

Service:

 

Taxi
American Taxi
phone: 386-255-0000

 

Per Person/One Way:

 

$45.00 1-4 passengers
Prices are subject to change.
 

Travel Time:

 

30 minutes 
 

Distance:

 

30 miles
   

www.americantaxidaytona.com This price is from the Daytona Beach International Airport ONLY! All prices are subject to change without notice. Other options may be available. You are responsible for all travel arrangements.
 

University Inn - DeLand

 

From Bus Terminal

 
 

Service:

 

Taxi
DeLand Taxi
phone: 386-734-8484

 

Per Person/One Way:

 

varies
Prices are subject to change.
 

Travel Time:

 

30 minutes 
 

Distance:

 

20 miles
   

Use DeLand taxi in association with DOTS Transportation. All prices are subject to change without notice. Other options may be available. You are responsible for all travel arrangements.
 

University Inn - DeLand

 

From Airport

 
 

Service:

 

Commercial Van/Shuttle
DeLand Express
phone: 386-747-6579

 

Per Person/One Way:

 

1-2 persons $45 from Daytona Beach International Airport
Prices are subject to change.
 

Travel Time:

 

25 mins 
 

Distance:

 

25 miles
   

www.delandexpress.com This is from the Daytona Beach International Airport ONLY All prices are subject to change without notice. Other options may be available. You are responsible for all travel arrangements.
 

University Inn - DeLand

 

From Airport

 
 

Service:

 

Commercial Van/Shuttle
DOTS Transportation
phone: 800-231-1965
Advanced Reservations Required

 

Per Person/One Way:

 

Prices vary depending on the airport you choose
Prices are subject to change.
 

Travel Time:

 

1 hour 
 

Distance:

 

55 miles
   

www.dots-daytonabeach.com When using DOTS from the Orlando International Airport (MCO) they will drop you off at the DeLand Howard Johnsons Terminal (2801 E. New York Ave., DeLand). Then use DeLand Taxi (386-734-8484) to take you to the University Inn for an additional fee of approximately $13.50. All prices are subject to change without notice. Other options may be available. You are responsible for all travel arrangements.
 
Driving Directions
  To DeLand From Orlando/Tampa (Interstate 4, eastbound) -- Take the first DeLand exit (Exit 114) and turn left on State Road 472. Travel approximately three miles and veer right onto Highway 17/92, which later becomes Woodland Boulevard. Travel through downtown DeLand (5 miles) and you'll see the university's main gates at East Minnesota Avenue. From Jacksonville (Interstate 95, southbound) -- Take the International Speedway Boulevard (U.S. 92) exit (Exit 261B) and head west approximately 20 miles into DeLand. Turn left at 17/92 (Woodland Boulevard). Travel south through two traffic lights before entering the Stetson campus area at the main gates at East Minnesota Avenue. From Miami (Interstate 95, northbound) -- Take Exit 249 and head west on State Road 44 approximately 20 miles into DeLand. S.R. 44 will become New York Avenue as you approach DeLand. Turn right on Amelia Avenue and the Stetson campus area will begin after the traffic light. Turn left onto East Michigan Avenue and right at Woodland Boulevard. The main gates will be at East Minnesota Avenue. From Ocala (I-75) -- Take Exit 358 and head east on State Road 326. Travel approximately 15 miles and turn left on State Road 40. Travel approximately 45 miles and turn right on U.S. Highway 17. Travel about 15 miles into DeLand. U.S. 17 will become Woodland Boulevard as you approach the university. You'll arrive at the Stetson campus area when you see the brick entry at East Minnesota Avenue.
Equipment Requirements: There is no equiment needed for this program other than your lively spirt, thirst for knowledge, good attitude, and desire to have a good time and meet some great people.
The prices listed for commercial services and facilities that are not included in the program cost, such as airport shuttles or extra nights lodging, are subject to change without notice. Since Road Scholar cannot guarantee the accuracy of these prices, we strongly suggest contacting the companies directly for the most up-to-date information.


Daily Schedule

Day 1: Registration, ice breaker, meeting new people, and getting ready for a week of wonderful programs and activities!
(Sunday, February 10)
   
 Afternoon: Welcome to Stetson University... Home of the "Hatters" Check in at hotel is at 3:00 p.m. Road Scholar Registration - 4:00 p.m. (Check with the front desk of the hotel for location. They will have a Sunday schedule.) You will begin with receiving your name badge, participant lists and enjoy an ice breaker to get things started. The DeLand campus, just 25 miles from Daytona Beach and 35 miles from Orlando, is home to the College of Arts & Sciences, School of Business Administration, School of Music, and many others. The College of Law is located in St. Petersburg/Gulfport, the Tampa Law Center is in downtown Tampa and the Stetson University Center at Celebration is in the Orlando area. Stetson University was founded in 1883. Our 175-acre DeLand campus is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and our turn-of-the-century buildings have been modernized and updated without losing their charm. "A bright mind is never happy on the sidelines. A bright mind is meant to be wide open to all the intellectual adventures it encounters. That conviction is the foundation of the academic prestige Stetson University has enjoyed since 1883."
 Dinner: We will have a catered meal where the professors for the week are invited to stop in and have dinner with you and say a few words. It's a time to mingle and get to know everyone that you will be with for the following week This is a catered event... (if you have any dietary needs, please let us know on your health forms.)
 Evening: Orientation will be held at approximately 7:00 pm. We will go over the contents of the program folder and schedule for the week. The Professors (if they are available) will speak for a few minutes and get everyone affiliated with the week's programs. The rest of the evening is yours to get settled, relax, and get you ready for a week of wonderful programming.
   
Accommodations: University Inn
Meals Included: Dinner

Day 2:
(Monday, February 11)
   
 Breakfast: Have breakfast in the University dining commons with members of the Stetson student community.
 Morning: On our campus we offer 2 programs in the morning of different academic nature. Please check your schedule for the classes you will be enjoying this morning. Remember to bring a sweater as the classrooms are normally chilly.
 Lunch: Dining commons. Stetson has implemented a food nutrition analysis program offering more low-fat as well as vegetarian options. To learn more about Stetson’s approach to balanced nutrition, see the information found at www.balancemindbodysoul.com/.
 Afternoon: On our DeLand campus we normally offer another educational program in the afternoon (this varies depending on the professors/instructors we have scheduled for the week). Please check your schedule for the classes you will be enjoying this afternoon.
 Dinner: Dinner will be held in the Stetson University cafeteria dining commons. With several different stations, you can choose from a variety of entrées and side dishes.
 Evening: Depending on the schedule for the week there is usually extracurricular activities in the evening which normally includes a University lecture or entertainment by local performers. There will be times that we will have a class in the evening. Please check your schedule for what will be happening this week. If you have any questions, just ask!
   
Accommodations: University Inn
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3:
(Tuesday, February 12)
   
 Breakfast: Have breakfast in the University dining commons with members of the Stetson student community.
 Morning: On our campus we offer 2 programs in the morning of different academic nature. Please check your schedule for the classes you will be enjoying this morning. Remember to bring a sweater as the classrooms are normally chilly.
 Lunch: Dining commons. Stetson has implemented a food nutrition analysis program offering more low-fat as well as vegetarian options. To learn more about Stetson’s approach to balanced nutrition, see the information found at www.balancemindbodysoul.com/.
 Afternoon: On our DeLand campus we normally offer another educational program in the afternoon (this varies depending on the professors/instructors we have scheduled for the week). Please check your schedule for the classes you will be enjoying this afternoon.
 Dinner: Dinner will be held in the Stetson University cafeteria dining commons. With several different stations, you can choose from a variety of entrées and side dishes.
 Evening: Depending on the schedule for the week there is usually extracurricular activities in the evening which normally includes a University lecture or entertainment by local performers. There will be times that we will have a class in the evening. Please check your schedule for what will be happening this week. If you have any questions, just ask!
   
Accommodations: University Inn
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4:
(Wednesday, February 13)
   
 Breakfast: Have breakfast in the University dining commons with members of the Stetson student community.
 Morning: On our campus we offer 2 programs in the morning of different academic nature. Please check your schedule for the classes you will be enjoying this morning. Remember to bring a sweater as the classrooms are normally chilly.
 Lunch: Dining commons. Stetson has implemented a food nutrition analysis program offering more low-fat as well as vegetarian options. To learn more about Stetson’s approach to balanced nutrition, see the information found at www.balancemindbodysoul.com/.
 Afternoon: On our DeLand campus we normally offer another educational program in the afternoon (this varies depending on the professors/instructors we have scheduled for the week). Please check your schedule for the classes you will be enjoying this afternoon.
 Dinner: Dinner will be held in the Stetson University cafeteria dining commons. With several different stations, you can choose from a variety of entrées and side dishes.
 Evening: Depending on the schedule for the week there is usually extracurricular activities in the evening which normally includes a University lecture or entertainment by local performers. There will be times that we will have a class in the evening. Please check your schedule for what will be happening this week. If you have any questions, just ask!
   
Accommodations: University Inn
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5:
(Thursday, February 14)
   
 Breakfast: Have breakfast in the University dining commons with members of the Stetson student community.
 Morning: On our campus we offer 2 programs in the morning of different academic nature. Please check your schedule for the classes you will be enjoying this morning. Remember to bring a sweater as the classrooms are normally chilly.
 Lunch: Dining commons. Stetson has implemented a food nutrition analysis program offering more low-fat as well as vegetarian options. To learn more about Stetson’s approach to balanced nutrition, see the information found at www.balancemindbodysoul.com/.
 Afternoon: On our DeLand campus we normally offer another educational program in the afternoon (this varies depending on the professors/instructors we have scheduled for the week). Please check your schedule for the classes you will be enjoying this afternoon.
 Dinner: Dinner will be held in the Stetson University cafeteria dining commons. With several different stations, you can choose from a variety of entrées and side dishes.
 Evening: Depending on the schedule for the week there is usually extracurricular activities in the evening which normally includes a University lecture or entertainment by local performers. There will be times that we will have a class in the evening. Please check your schedule for what will be happening this week. If you have any questions, just ask!
   
Accommodations: University Inn
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6:
(Friday, February 15)
   
 Breakfast: Have breakfast in the University dining commons with members of the Stetson student community.
 Morning: On Friday morning we have a wrap-up session of the 3 classes you have had this week. There is normally some great discussion time on Friday. Hopefully you can stay and not miss a thing.
 Lunch: You will have a catered closing lunch and graduation.
 Afternoon: Independent departures after our closing lunch. Have a really safe trip home and come back and see us for some of our other great programs real soon!
   
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Important information about your itinerary: Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information featured on this website. Itineraries are based on our best information at this time. Circumstances beyond our control may require us to adjust itineraries or other details. We regret any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. Information will be sent to you from your Program Provider approximately three weeks prior to the program start date. The prices listed for commercial services and facilities that are not included in the program cost, such as airport shuttles or extra nights lodging, are subject to change without notice. Since Road Scholar cannot guarantee the accuracy of these prices, we strongly suggest contacting the companies directly for the most up-to-date information.


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