SPC Antigua: Changed my perspective and strengthened my passion for helping others!

Antigua, Bahamas 2025, Jamaica (Dental), Jamaica 2022 (Dental), Jamaica 2023 (Dental), Travel

I recently had the opportunity to travel to the beautiful island of Antigua and Barbuda on a dental mission trip as a student dental hygienist. This experience allowed me to combine my passion for oral hygiene with cultural exploration in such a welcoming place. The locals were incredibly kind and taught us so much about … Continue reading SPC Antigua: Changed my perspective and strengthened my passion for helping others! →

SPC Antigua: Values service, hands-on learning, and global connection!

Antigua, Bahamas 2025, Jamaica (Dental), Jamaica 2022 (Dental), Jamaica 2023 (Dental), Travel

Participating in a study abroad experience through my dental hygiene program at SPC was one of the most meaningful parts of my education so far. Spending ten days in Antigua, providing free dental care to underserved communities, changed me in the best way possible. Leaving the classroom and my textbooks behind, I gained confidence in … Continue reading SPC Antigua: Values service, hands-on learning, and global connection! →

SPC Antigua: I gave everything I had and received so much more in return.

Antigua, Bahamas 2025, Jamaica (Dental), Travel

My name is Courtney, and I am a dental hygiene student who participated in the SPC study abroad mission trip to Antigua. This mission trip was truly life-changing and exceeded all my expectations. I had the opportunity to serve alongside nine classmates, an instructor, and a dentist. The Antigua mission trip allowed me to strengthen … Continue reading SPC Antigua: I gave everything I had and received so much more in return. →

SPC Greece: More than anticipated!

Greece (Business), Scholarships, Study Abroad, Travel

Our trip started with a challenge when our flight to Charlotte, NC, was delayed, causing us to miss our connecting flight to Athens. After many hours of negotiating with the airport staff, Dr. Rojas got us an all-expense-paid hotel, food, and transportation voucher to accommodate us. Once fully rested, we ventured off to Athens, where … Continue reading SPC Greece: More than anticipated! →

SPC Student receives Gilman Scholarship to Study Abroad in Costa Rica

Costa Rica, Costa Rica (ASL) 2026, Costa Rica (Business), Costa Rica (Business) 2024, Costa Rica (Natural Sciences), Costa Rica (Spanish), Costa Rica (Vet Tech) 2025, Costa Rica - Education, Costa Rica - Spanish Language, Costa Rica 2024, News, Study Abroad, Success Stories

SPC student, Maysam, recently received a Gilman Scholarship and shared her experience abroad with the SPC International Programs office. This is what she had to say. I studied abroad through St. Petersburg College, who gave me this fabulous chance, and as a Gilman scholar, with the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program, which provides merit-based … Continue reading SPC Student receives Gilman Scholarship to Study Abroad in Costa Rica →

I am so happy to have had the opportunity to study abroad with SPC!

Paris 2025, Study Abroad, Travel

Traveling to France in December was my first international trip. This made the experience even more exciting and meaningful to me. Being in Paris felt unreal at times, especially seeing famous places like Notre Dame in person after only ever seeing them in pictures. Walking through the city, stopping into places like Shakespeare and Company, … Continue reading I am so happy to have had the opportunity to study abroad with SPC! →