Final Field Program - University of Virginia

SNG03 SHUTTLE BUS TO DOWNTOWN (0930 or 1015 Sunday, 31 October) Minimum 10/Maximum
340 (PRICE: $6)
Shuttle bus ticket will be good for a one-way trip to downtown, either at 0930 or 1015 (to be confirmed). Shuttles
will operate on a first-come, first-served basis for boarding. The distance from the pier to downtown (Orchard
Road—Paragon Shopping Complex) is about a 20-minute drive, depending on traffic conditions. Taxis are
reasonably priced (maximum four people)—at approximately S$10 per cab. However, there may not be many
taxis available at the pier upon our arrival. Therefore, we have arranged for four shuttle buses to depart shortly
after the ship is cleared.
SNG04 MANY FACES OF SINGAPORE (1330-1700 Sunday, 31 October)) Minimum 15/Maximum 86
(PRICE: $39)
Singapore boasts a delightful multicultural heritage and on this tour you’ll be introduced to the diverse cultures of
the Indian and Chinese heritage as we embark on an afternoon tour of the city. Be prepared for an assault on the
senses as you enter Little India where you’ll stroll along the area’s arcade, Campbell Lane. Campbell Lane is a
narrow pathway through a cluster of restored shops filled to the brim with Indian clothing, accessories, incense
and a traditional Indian sweet shop. Next, visit Chinatown, where you will uncover the rich heritage of the area
through the insightful stories behind some of the ethnic district’s most famous shops and eateries, loved by
generations of Singaporeans. Discover the best buys in jewelry; observe the varieties of traditional Chinese
medicine; and sample tasty Singapore snacks, such as Singapore-style pork jerky. Stroll through the streets of
quaint restored shops that feature Chinese arts and crafts as well as household goods and clothing.
SNG05 SERVICE VISIT: ASSISI HOME HOSPICE – GROUP A (1330-1700 Sunday, 31 October)
Minimum 15/Maximum 30 (PRICE: $27)
Assisi Home & Hospice, an outreach service of Mount Alvernia Hospital, is owned by the Franciscan
Missionaries of the Divine Motherhood (FMDM) Sisters. The 35-bed hospice focuses on the care of patients with
cancer. The sisters also operate day-care facilities for adults and children, as well as home-care services for
patients who do not require hospitalization. Situated on the grounds of Mount Alvernia Hospital, Assisi Home &
Hospice is a Charitable Organization registered with the National Council of Social Services. The visit will begin
with an information session on the facility, followed by a tour and the opportunity to meet and interact with the
hospice patients. A small donation to the Hospice Care Association is included in the price of this practicum.
SNG06 ART AND HISTORY OF SINGAPORE (1400-1730 Sunday, 31 October) Minimum 15/
Maximum 86 (PRICE: $44)
Begin with a bumboat ride from Clarke Quay down the Singapore River. Bumboats are hardy vessels once used
to shuttle cargo, but today the ride steers us through a kaleidoscope of Singapore’s historic river and harbor
images set against the towering skyline of the modern business district and hotel city. Back on land, visit the
Asian Civilizations Museum. This restored building’s classical façade belies the modern technologies within,
where exciting multimedia programs shed light on the extensive collection of priceless artefacts, helping visitors
connect the past to the present. Our journey continues to the newly restored Singapore National Museum, where
the exhibits trace Singapore’s heritage and offer insight into the rich cultures of Southeast Asia. The Singapore
Art Museum is our final destination. Transformed from a 19 th -century mission school to a dynamic institution of
multi-cultural modern art, the Singapore Art Museum’s state-of-the-art galleries feature paintings, sculptures and
installations drawn from its 400-strong permanent collection of Southeast Asian modern and contemporary art as
well as from touring ―blockbuster‖ shows like Masterpieces from the Guggenheim Museum and Leonardo da
Vinci.
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