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UF in Cannes: The Cannes Lions Experience

June 6 – 23, 2025

Join us on an exclusive professional development journey from June 6 – 23, 2025, on the French Riviera, with the highlight being the prestigious Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. This curated experience presents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to immerse yourself in the pinnacle of global creativity and innovation, while connecting with industry leaders across 30 disciplines in the branded communications industry. 

You will attend panels and workshops led by industry leaders and mingle with professionals across advertising, public relations, marketing, digital and film industries. Before the festival, students will learn about international creative thinking and storytelling from UF professors, then immerse themselves in French culture through visits to production companies, museums, and enchanting villages. This opportunity will leave you with cherished memories of the Côte d’Azur’s undeniable allure intertwined with invaluable professional connections. 

Participation is limited and subject to a successful application process. 

Click on the image to view the Oct. 16 information session on this study-abroad program.

What’s Included

  • Tuition for 6 credits of CJC electives and counts for experiential learning credit for ad majors
  • Tickets to Cannes Lions
  • Accommodations, breakfast, two lunches, one dinner, excursions, international health insurance, and emergency medical assistance

What’s Not Included

Round-trip airfare, lunches and dinners, additional personal travel and expenses

Requirements

  • Open to all majors
  • 2.5 GPA
  • Students in good standing
  • Graduate standing at CJC
  • Junior standing for Undergrads.
  • Minimum C grade in ADV 3008 or PUR 3000, plus one of the following: MAR 3023, ADV 3008, PUR 3000 or VIC 3001 OR Minimum C grade in RTV 3001, plus one of the following ADV 3008, PUR 3000, RTV 3511 or VIC 3001 OR Graduate standing in the CJC

Application does not guarantee placement. Faculty interview required.

Costs

Fees

  • Undergraduates: TBD
  • Graduate Students: TBD

Financial Aid

  • Bright Futures and Florida Pre-Paid can be applied
  • Financial aid eligibility is determined by SFA.

Information and Application

For more information and to apply:

Visit: UF in Cannes – The Cannes Lions Experience

Or contact program directors:

Lissy Calienes, Associate Instructional Professor, Advertising

Kim Fowler, Visiting Lecturer, Media Production, Management, and Technology

Application deadline: Feb. 6, 2025. Enrollment is limited to 25 students so apply soon.