THE U.S.A. SOUTHERN JOURNEY
The Premier American Language and Cultural Program
Hosted by Mississippi State University

“I couldn't imagine this trip. It was the most fabulous of all. It was no longer east-west, but magic south.” — Jack Kerouac, On The Road

Program Application, Dates, and Costs (pdf)

Full Program Description

Cultural Activities and American Homestay
THE U.S.A. SOUTHERN JOURNEY features an intense immersion in American culture:

• 2 weekend trips to famous southern cities (such as Atlanta, Nashville, or New Orleans)
• 3 day trips to famous southern cities (such as Jackson, Birmingham, and Memphis)
• 1 weekend of homestay with an American family
• Visits with American university professors in your area of study
• Visits to American university classes
• Optional visits to traditional American churches
• Weekly conversation club
• Weekly cultural outings, including activities such as sporting events, concerts, theatrical performances, dining activities, campus tours, community tours, and much more

Why is Mississippi famous?
Mississippi is the home of wonderful food, lively music, and a unique culture that you won’t find anywhere else in the world.  Famous Mississippians include:

Quotes from Students
“I will remember everything in ESL, where we ate Oby’s, when we started class, when we went to Memphis and Atlanta….”

“It was a wonderful Journey in America.  Everything was different and fresh, such as language, people, food, and customs.  It was also be a challenge to me.  Learning another language was very difficult, but it had a lot of fun…..I also went to a lot of tourist sights, just like Memphis and Atlanta.  I saw the famous street in Memphis.  Visit Coca-Cola company and CNN.  I got a number of experience in this trip.  There were many good memories in my mind, I will never forget it.”

“Mississippi State University is really a good place.  Here’s people are nice, kind, and friendly.  Campus is cleaning and cars are polite.  This is my first time live at the dormitory that is fresh and useful to me.  Because it is like a big family, we take care of each other anytime…. This journey makes me learned new knowledges, America culture.  It is fun and useful, and we could saw different culture between my country and other countries.  I love U.S.A. Thank you….”