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Experience the perfect blend of Art and Science in three of the most important countries for the subjects. Learn about the fundamentals of studio art and explore all the sciences (biology, chemistry, computer science, earth sciences, geography, mathematics, physics, etc.) and their interdependence.

For STEM, you will be able to engage with the class content through project-based activities and career exploration modules that will be carried out at different industrial sites, universities, and cities. Interact with a variety of scientific experts and complete laboratory activities out in the field. 

The itinerary will also include many opportunities fo meet artists and learn about a variety of art mediums in conjunction with the basic principles and elements of visual art. The ART 140 course is ideal for study abroad because different mediums can be selected in response to the work viewed in museums and the experience of the landscape. In lieu of slide presentations and longer projects in the classrooms, you will meet for half-day class periods followed by a visit to a cultural institution where you will be able to see the classroom work in a professional context. Projects are all designed to be mobile so you can just as easily work on a park bench as a studio. Studio visits with contemporary practicing artists in some of the cities are selected to reinforce the connections between the arts and sciences as well as providing a glimpse into local life and current fine art practices. 

Besides the excellent local cuisine and diverse landscapes, you will get a glimpse of the local culture and even discover the subtle differences between the cultures in Germany, Austria and the Netherlands.

June 29 (leave the U.S.) - July 23, 2025 (leave the Netherlands)

Stephanie Dotson

Professor Stephanie Dotson will be teaching ART 140, Studio Art Fundamentals. She currently teaches in the Fine Art department at SBCC and heads the Printmaking area. In addition to teaching, she has a committed studio art practice and exhibits her own work regularly, participating in group and solo exhibitions locally and nationally. She also co-directed a 2011 study abroad program to Cuba and co-directed a study abroad program to Germany in 2019, visiting  many of the institutions students will return to during the 2025 summer program.

Originally from the Midwest, professor Dotson received her BFA from the Kansas City Art Institute and MFS from the University of Georgia. After school, she travelled the country for artist residency programs before beginning her teaching career. She taught Printmaking and 2-D Studio Art at Indiana University for three years. During these lives she cemented one of her favorite things about being an artist:  long hours in the studio and making lifelong friendships over a shared interest in creating. These connections resonate through the study abroad program where students will meet local artists and professors she had the fortune to know during her career. The best way to learn an artist鈥檚 process is by entering their studio space and having a conversation, surrounded by their works in progress. The best way to learn about art is looking at it. 

Like Dr. Napoleon, professor Dotson is also a mom. Unlike Dr. Napoleon, professor Dotson only has one stick and poke tattoo done by the valedictorian of her art school. It is a copy of the one her college 2-D art professor had, who had more to do with her career than she realized.

Professor Dotson can be reached via email at sedotson@pipeline.sbcc.edu

Dr. Raeanne Napoleon

Co-director Dr. Raeanne Napoleon will be the instructor for STEM 101. Dr. Napoleon is a professor of Chemistry, and this is her 12th year at 51福利社. She has been teaching at the college level since 2004. She was also the Academic Senate President at SBCC and the Department Chair of Chemistry. In the summer of 2018, Dr. Napoleon directed a Study Abroad program in Germany and the Netherlands, and in the summer of 2022, she and Stephanie Dotson co-directed the Study Abroad program in Austria, Germany, and the Netherlands. 

Dr. Napoleon is an East Coast transplant who moved to Santa Barbara, California, in 2012. After growing up in Rochester, NY, she moved to Philadelphia to attend Sait Joseph's University. She lived and learned there for six years and considers Philly the world's greatest city. She then moved to Boston to pursue her PhD at Boston University. It was in Boston that she racing bicycles while completing her Ph.D. in theoretical physical chemistry. Though some days it feels like she has this teaching science thing figured out, she constantly tries to improve her teaching. She tries to center her science curriculum around making science accessible to everyone and demystifying it. Dr. Napoleon is also a mom, a wife, an activist, and covered in tattoos.

Dr. Raeanne Napoleon can be reached via e-mail at rlnapoleon@pipeline.sbcc.edu

SBCC study abroad programs offer a variety of cultural events and class activities as part of the learning experience. While you will have free time to explore the areas on your own, the following activities are included as part of the program:

• Welcome dinner in Vienna
• Guided tour of the
• Visit of Borealis AG OR Center for (VRVis Forschungs GmbH)
• Guided tour of the
• Admission to the
• Admission to the , a part of the Deutsche Museum in Munich
• Create a Risograph Workshop with Australian artist at
• Guided tour of
• Guided tour of  
• Guided tour of
• Visit a local university such as Freie Universitaet Berlin, Humboldt-Universitaet zu Berlin, Technische Universitaet BErling or Hochschule fuer Wirthschaft und Recht Berlin
• Guided tour of in Berlin
• Guided tour of the
• Guided tour of the
• Art studio visits in Berlin
• day ticket
• Guided tour of
• Amsterdam 
• Guided tour of the
• Guided tour of the
• Admission to the
• Farewell dinner in

Please note that all excursions and stie visits are subject to availability and may be substituted for another destination without prior notice.

• Must be in good academic standing and in good standing with Student Conduct and Title IX
• Must have a minimum 2.0 + GPA
• Must be at least 18 years old on the day of departure
• Must successfully complete the application process

After acceptance to the program and official program go announcement:

• Must complete the Program Participation Agreement upon acceptance notification
• Must make the non-refundable deposit upon receipt of the invoice from CEPA
• Must enroll at SBCC for the summer 2025 term in order to participate in the program
• Must provide proof of international travel and health insurance
• Must complete and return all required documentation for SBCC and CEPA
• Must make program payments by the established deadlines via Flywire
• Must register for the courses offered on the program

Enrollment in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) of the U.S. Department of State prior to leaving the U.S. is advised for all travelers:

There is no major or language requirement for this program.

Acceptance and participation in the program is not guaranteed until you have completed the interview with the program director and all required documents are received by the Study Abroad office.

STEM 101 Introduction to Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (3 Units)
Skills Advisories: Eligibility for ENG 98 and ENG 103 and MATH 104 or MATH 107 or MATH 111.

Introduction to sciences (biology, chemistry, computer science, earth sciences, engineering, geography, mathematics, physics) and their interdependence. Discussion of the scientific method through project-based activities, testing of hypotheses, systematic questioning, and analysis. Basic concepts of the sciences, the role of science as a human endeavor, and the power of scientific inquiry. Careers in sciences and educational planning.
Transfer Information: CSU Transferable, UC Transferable

ART 140 Studio Art Foundations (2-D) (3 Units)

Beginning course in 2-D studio art covering the fundamentals of composition and color. Survey of art making processes. Theory of a variety of art concepts and application of image-making.
Transfer Information: CSU Transferable, UC Transferable
Students who have already taken ART 140 can arrange to take an alternative upper-level art course with the instructor.

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4,810 Euros ( $5,297)
* includes 400 Euro non-refundable deposit
**does not include flight

Optional Add-On: Carbon Footprint donation of $10: You have the option to voluntarily compensate the CO2 emissions created during your program through the CEPA Carbon Reduction and Biodiversity Project in Costa Rica. You can make a tax-deductable donation, which will be used to plant and maintain one or more tree(s) in the biodiversity project. Details about the project and how to offset your travels can be found at

Please note that CEPA will invoice each student for the deposit and subsequent program payment. Students will make their program payments via .  Watch this video to see how to use . 

Program Fee Includes:

- Transportation and entrance tickets to required fieldtrips and excursions (see 'Program Highlights")
- Twin-room in hotels (see more under "Housing")
- Breakfast at the hotels
- Welcome and Farewell dinner
- Guest Lectures
- Local guides and private guided tours
- Cultural, academic and professional experiences as listed on the itinerary
- On-site coordinator
- Orientation including health and safety information
- Transportation from and to the airport abroad
- Train tickets as noted in the itinerary and public transportation passes in Vienna (Kernzone Wien), Munich (Zone M), Berlin (Zone AB) and Amsterdam (GVB ticket)

Program Fee Does Not Include:

- Round-trip airfare (an optional group flight will be available at an estimated $tbd) see "Travel"
- Passport or visa fees if applicable (passport must be valid until 6 month after program return date, ETIAS Travel Authorization is required)
- Meals and beverages other than those listed
- SBCC tuition, fees (non-residents are required to pay out-of-state or out-of-country fees), books
- Personal or other miscellaneous expenses
- Additional fieldtrips and excursions to those listed
- Option for participants to voluntarily compensate the CO2 emissions created during the program through the in Costa Rica. Students can make a tax-deductuble donation, which will be used to plant and maintain one or more tree(s) in the biodiversity project.
- Any other items not specifically listed as included
- Hotel charges for personal consumption, such as minibar, laundry, and phone calls

鈧�400  application fee via , due upon acceptance to the program and receipt of CEPA invoice, no later than March 19, 2025

鈧�4,410 2nd and final payment due on or before April 30, 2025.

All payments must be made via , due upon acceptance to the program and receipt of CEPA invoice, no later than the above listed due dates.

Please note that CEPA will invoice students for the program payments, and students will use  to make their program payments directly to CEPA. The payments are made in Euros and will use the currency conversion rate at the time of payment. Final cost may differ based on the conversion rate at the time of payment. Students are strongly encouraged to read the instructions and guidelines before making the payments.

SBCC is teaming with Frosch Student Travel to secure an optional group flight from LAX to Vienna and from Amsterdam back to LAX. More information to come.

Twin-bedded hotel rooms with private bathrooms including breakfast at 3 and 4-star hotels in Vienna, Munich, Berlin, Amsterdam.

Application Deadline: March 12, 2025

ONLY COMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED. THE STUDENT CONDUCT FORM MUST BE COMPLETED BY THE SCHOOL OFFICIAL AT YOUR SCHOOL RESPONSIBLE FOR STUDENT CONDUCT. If you have completed at least one term at SBCC most recently, this form needs to be completed by Candee Gyll (gyllc@sbcc.edu) PRIOR TO submitting it with your application. Please submit a recent photo of you with your application. DO NOT SUBMIT A COPY OF YOUR PASSPORT.

This program is closed and does not accept any more applications.

Download and complete required document BEFORE starting your online application:
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Please make sure you read all the instructions on the appliation page before starting to fill out your application as you will not be able to save and continue the form. You will need to complete your required documents prior to starting the application. 
 
After review of your application, the program co-directors professor Napoleon or professor Dotson will schedule and interview with you. If you live outside of the Santa Barbara area,  interviews will be held by phone, Zoom.
 
Once you have officially been accepted to the program you will be required to submit the 400 Euro program deposit via directly to CEPA, our service provider. This fee is due upon receipt of the invoice from CEPA. The fee becomes non-refundable at the time you are accepted into the program. Please review the cancelation policy below and on the CEPA website.
 
Subsequent payments must be made directly to CEPA via Flywire. Failure to make any payment when due will automatically cancel you from the program. You may request to be re-instated to the program. If space is still available at the time of your request, the outstanding payment is due immediately. Re-instatement can not be guaranteed.

For questions about the application or the application process please contact the Study Abroad Office.

Other deadlines:

Apply for the program by TBD, if you are planning on participating in the group flight.

Pay the deposit no later than March 19, 2025 

Pay the final payment of the program fee directly to CEPA by TBD  via Flywire.

Submit Student Participation Agreement 10 days after receiving the acceptance notice.

Provide a copy of your passport, legal documents, proof of international health insurance no later than TBD .

Check your e-mail frequently to find any additional deadlines for event RSVP's, legal documents, group flight reservation and other program related information.

Students must inform CEPA and SBCC Study Abroad of cancellation from the program in writing. Your notice of cancellation will only be effective from the moment it is received in writing. Upon cancellation, the following charges apply:

• up to 90 days prior to departure date: no charge
• 89-75 days prior to departure date: 10% of program costs
• 74-60 days prior to departure date: 25% of program costs
• 59-30 days prior to departure date: 50% of program costs
• 29-15 days prior to departure date: 75% of program costs
• 14 days or less prior to departure date: 100% of program costs

* In addition to these fees, any unrecoverable expenses and/or cancellation charges imposed by any service provider will be charged

Proof of international travel and medical insurance is required on this program. CEPA offers international and health insurance via CareMed (Gold insurance) and covers health coverage, medical evacuation, repatriation, lost luggage, and third party liability insurance. This cost is not included in the program cost. 

SBCC  encourages students to purchase Trip Cancelation and Interruption insurance with CFAR (Cancel for any reason) and/or IFAR (Interrupt for any reason) add on in case the programs gets canceled after non-refundable costs can not be returned.

You can find more insurance provider suggestions in our Health & Safety Section or compare plans at . 

Read about the previous program to Germany on .

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Enjoy this  from one of the students who went on the STEM program to Germany in 2019.

SBCC Study Abroad has teamed with in Germany to provide the program logistics, housing, excursions and more. Founded in 1997, CEPA is a German-based company which specializes in university-level academic faculty-led programs, summer and semester programs, as well as the organization of higher level seminars and professional workshops. CEPA is proud of their expert knowledge and years of experience in university-level study abroad programming. Their success is measured by their growth, which has occurred, virtually, by 鈥渨ord of mouth鈥�, due to their outstanding personalized service and flexibility. 

SBCC will offer informational meetings about the program in person and via Zoom. Please check with the program directors at  rlnapoleon@pipeline.sbcc.edu or sedotson@pipeline.sbcc.edu to confirm in-person sessions or if you have trouble accessing the Zoom session. Parents and friends are welcome to join the sessions.

4 pm, Tuesday, Feb 4 鈥� Luria Library,  L137 and Zoom
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4 pm, Wednesday, Feb 5 鈥� Zoom only 
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6 pm, Monday, Feb 10 鈥� Luria Library,  L137 and Zoom
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11 am, Thursday, Feb 13 鈥� Luria Library,  L137 and Zoom
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9 am, Wednesday, Feb 19 鈥� Luria Library,  L137 and Zoom
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10 am, Tuesday, Feb 25, Luria Library,  L137 and Zoom
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2 pm, Thursday, Feb 27, Luria Library,  L137 and Zoom
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3 pm, Tuesday, Mar 4, Luria Library,  L137 and Zoom
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