3 IUHPFL—A Unique Study Abroad Program

IUHPFL has a long and prestigious history in the state of Indiana for providing high-quality language and culture immersion experiences that transform students’ lives and career paths.

Instructors, Host Families, Onsite Coordinators, and our Office Team are working in unison to help every student achieve the following DESIRED OUTCOMES:

• Greatly improved language proficiency
• Desire to continue studying the language and culture
• Self-confidence and independence
• Stronger interpersonal skills
• Strategies for problem solving
• Creative thinking and expression
• Positive relationships with peers, host families, and instructors
• Seeing themselves as global citizens.

The 8 Core Values of IUHPFL

IUHPFL wants every participant to have a wonderful, memorable, and transformative experience while abroad. These 8 Core Values express the spirit of the program itself, as well as the spirit of the many people who contribute to its success, including our Instructors, Onsite Coordinators, Host Families, and Office Team. It is our hope and expectation that each program participant will strive to embody these values throughout their IUHPFL experiences and beyond:

• Appreciation: Acknowledging the qualities and kind acts of others.
• Diligence: Focusing with enthusiasm on academic and personal goals.
• Discovery: Being open to new ways of looking at the world and oneself.
• Empathy: Choosing words and actions that express compassion and create connection.
• Encouragement: Helping others to reach their goals and see their unique talents.
• Honor: Acting with integrity and adhering to the IUHPFL Honor Code.
• Respect: Treating others with dignity at all times.
• Unity: Fostering team spirit and trust.

The 4 Pillars of IUHPFL

There are 4 key components, or pillars, that make IUHPFL the unique and life-changing experience that it is:

• Language Commitment (100% total immersion in the target language)
• Academic Excellence
• Host Family Experience
• Cultural and Community Engagement

Each one will be discussed in more depth throughout this handbook.