Exploring cultural heritage, visiting a shintō shrine, and leaving a mountaintop marker during study abroad in Japan. – Johnathan Yong, SPC Student, Japan Program, May 2019 Our experience in Japan was a week long but one day resonated with me the most. Over the trip, there were many soaring highs and a few lows, but I … Continue reading SPC student finds peace at the top of Mount Komagatake in Japan
An unforgettable professional and cultural exchange during study abroad in Jamaica. -Nicole Robinson, SPC Student, Jamaica Dental Program, October 2018 “Being vulnerable is the only way to allow your heart to feel true pleasure.” –Bob Marley. Vulnerability is what I allowed myself to experience in Jamaica. The love, kindness, and hospitality the people of Jamaica … Continue reading SPC student has “rewarding, spiritual, and life-changing experience” in Jamaica
Discovering the real-life landmarks on which familiar fiction is based during study abroad in Japan. – Gyfton Bjornberg-King , SPC Student, Japan Program, May 2019 The adventures through the land of the rising sun were amazing. The two weeks that I spent in Japan opened my eyes to the differences within the world. I truly … Continue reading SPC student sees new landscapes and familiar characters in Japan
Many new underwater experiences–wetsuits, sand-less beaches, sea cucumbers, and harmless jellyfish–during study abroad in Israel. – Bethany Febre, SPC Student, Israel Program, May 2019 Today was an amazing day! We stayed at a hostel in Eilat last night that had the most beautiful view–nothing you could ever see in Florida, it was just absolutely breathtaking. The … Continue reading SPC student meets Nemo and Dory while snorkeling in Israel
Snowshoeing, tobogganing, and trying maple syrup during study abroad in Canada. Experiencing winter in Canada – Elein Sullivan, SPC High School Student, Canada Program, January 2019 My trip to Canada was more than I could ever hope for. Since this was my first time going to Canada, I was not really sure what to expect. But … Continue reading SPC high school students develop winter sport skills in Canada
Apply by February 1, 2021 Witness the biodiversity of Costa Rica! Students will explore the majestic tropical forests, waterfalls, volcanoes, and hot springs of Costa Rica while learning the fundamental ecological principles at work in these systems. We’ll look at the global consequences of tropical deforestation/ degradation and the conservation efforts countering these threats. Course … Continue reading Explore tropical ecology and astronomy in Costa Rica – Summer 2021!
Becoming “better students, better clinicians, and better human beings” during study abroad in Jamaica. Instructing kids in good dental care -Kittikan Sangthongtong, SPC Student, Jamaica Dental Program, October 2018 I am so blessed and thankful for the opportunity to attend the Jamaica dental study abroad program with SPC. What I experienced in Jamaica is priceless … Continue reading SPC students experience joys of giving and receiving in Jamaica
Preparing for cold temps, finding warm feelings and discovering one’s comfort zone during study abroad in Canada – Chloe Bean, SPC High School Student, Canada Program, January 2019 Despite the temperature in Montreal and Quebec City being below zero most days, my study abroad trip left me with a warm feeling in my heart and a … Continue reading SPC high school student gets a lesson in hot and cold in Canada
Serving a community’s dental hygiene needs and fueling a desire and passion for service during study abroad in Jamaica. – Jennifer Wiegert, SPC Student, Jamaica Dental Program, October 2018 When I was first accepted into the Dental Hygiene program at St. Petersburg College, one of the opportunities offered was the Jamaica study abroad program. I didn’t … Continue reading SPC student greeted with smiles at dental clinics in Jamaica
Making close friends with college students from around the world during study abroad in France. – Cory Jantaworn, SPC Student, France Program, June/July 2019 Bonjour, le voyage commence! Traveling is the best form of education in life. It expands your knowledge base and may challenge your nation’s conventional way of thinking. It is a wonderful experience … Continue reading SPC student creates lasting bonds with global French learners in France