Spain
The language spoken in Valencia, Spain
Spanish
UVA has semester programs in Siena and in this renaissance city
Florence
The city of Dublin is located in this country
Ireland
This is the only requirement to study in this program
Be a student at UVA
UVA holds the Jordan study abroad program in this city
Amman
These kind of fabrics are recommended as appropriate clothing for UVA Valencia
Lightweight, breathable fabrics like cotton cardigans and linen shirts/pants
To study abroad, students need at least this GPA
2.5
These two languages are spoken in Dublin
English and Irish (Gaeilge)
Students will stay here during the trip
Shared hotel rooms
Only this kind of dress is appropriate in Jordan
Modest: women cover arms, legs, shoulders, and men can’t wear shorts
The name of the dolls that are burned during the Las Fallas bonfire festival
Ninots
This specific type of pizza is the most common in Italy
Neapolitan margarita
This national holiday is celebrated in Dublin
St. Patrick's Day
When entering someone’s home in Japan, this respectful action is expected as part of cultural tradition
Taking off your shoes
As a muslim country, this is Jordan’s policy toward drinking alcohol
Legal but prohibited in public spaces
This is one way students can step off the veranda while studying abroad in Valencia, Spain
Shopping only at local markets like Mercado de Ruzafa, joining a club or activity, or exploring small towns/local places with enthusiasm
UVA advises students to dress this way when visiting churches
Modestly/comfortable
This is the national dish of Dublin
Stew
To “step off the veranda” in Japan, students can do this to connect more deeply with the culture and locals
Learn simple Japanese phrases, engage with locals, and participate in traditions
This is the most popular dish in Jordan
Mansaf
This original version of Spain’s famous rice dish includes which unique white bean
Paella Valenciana, featuring garrofó beans (plus rabbit, chicken, green beans)
This daily break closes many Italian shops and businesses mid-day
Riposo
This type of housing is available to study abroad students while in Dublin
College residence hall
Along with sushi and ramen, this pan-fried dumpling from Hamamatsu is one of Japan’s most popular dishes
Hamamatsu gyoza
According to the presentation, this is one way you can "step off the veranda" in Jordan
Try a mezze dinner