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Professor Kyle Talbott led a group of students to Western Europe during the Fall 2008 semester. Returning every two to three years on average, this was his 3^rd trip abroad with SARUP students. The history and theory curriculum includes on-site lectures, two design and analysis projects as well as an opportunity for independent study. Overall, Prof. Talbott provides a well balanced travel itinerary which affords students time to learn, explore and develop personal conviction.

The most recent itinerary revolved around the centers of Paris and Florence. Daily lectures were complimented by day trips and extended excursions. For example, One week the group took a Le Corbusier tour, so to speak. On Wednesday, there was a day trip to Poissy to see the Villa Savoye and on Friday, we left for a 3 day weekend to Lyon, La Tourette and Notre Dame de Haut. After Paris, the group left for a short stay in London before the first of two independent travel periods and by late October, the students were gathered in Florence, Italy, to explore the heart of the Italian peninsula. Florentine apartments became home for the remaining 7 weeks from which the group proceeded to study Renaissance culture. This diverse itinerary provides students with a solid view of the world across history. Before the trip was over, we were experienced concepts ranging from medieval form and Renaissance thought to Mannerist expression and the heights of Modern design.

As many of you know, Prof. Talbott brings animation to everything he does; this enthusiasm sets him apart from his peers. Because it is student passion that brings adventure to these excursions he looks for similar inquisitiveness when choosing applicants for the trip. Having experienced a study abroad course while in school, Prof. Talbott knows the value of overseas exploration and encourages each student to explore and develop personal conviction. For Prof. Talbott, teaching is a way to explore new thought and he welcomes the challenge to organize his overseas program. To state it simply, Prof. Talbott receives as much from the students as he gives thus enriching the experience for everyone involved.

One of the greatest benefits of traveling abroad is an experience of self discovery; this course is aimed at realizing that goal. Prof. Talbott has developed a balance between lecture material and assignments to teach you about the master works of architecture. He provides just the right combination of structured activity and free time to help his students develop a personal world view. His lectures and assignments inspire you to think about what issues in life are important. Prof. Talbott’s course is aimed at helping students develop conviction as a beginning to long process of engaging life. In the end, I believe everyone on the Fall 08 excursion came home with a better understanding in the way they look at the world. As a participant on this trip, I can personally recommend watching for it to be offered again in 2010 or 2011.

Detailed information, including the Fall 2008 syllabus and final itinerary from the ‘08 program are available at the left. Don’t forget to check out the student slide show available in the Photo Gallery; there are some amazing pictures. If more information is needed, feel free to contact Professor Talbott directly by email at: ktalbott@uwm.edu