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Discover Strasbourg, the captivating “crossroads of Europe,” where French elegance meets German tradition in the heart of Alsace. Its shifting France/Germany border over the centuries created a unique, hybrid culture, cuisine, and dialect. From the winding canals of the La Petite France district to the joyous holiday atmosphere of its famous Christmas markets, immerse yourself in a city that seamlessly blends past and present.
William H. Fredlund, the Director of the Institute, obtained his B.A. and M.A. from UCLA, where he specialized in European history and art history. He studied in Italy on a Fulbright Fellowship and completed a double Ph.D. in history and humanities at Stanford, specializing in Renaissance Italy. Dr. Fredlund has taught for UCLA, the University of Florence, Stanford, and UCSC Extension.
