My name is Anya, and I’ve lived my teenage years inside my comfort zone– going through the daily motions of school, work, and going out. Every day, I would postpone my “dream planning” for tomorrow (which really means never). I operated assuming that tomorrow was guaranteed to be there, and I ignored the passage of … Continue reading SPC Spain and Portugal: Live-in-the-Moment!
My name is Mackenzie and I just attended the spring break trip to Spain with SPC! My blog post is below… “ Spain! What a trip! This was such an amazing experience, not only for the sights and sounds but for the friends I made along the way! This study abroad experience was not like … Continue reading SPC Spain and Portugal (High School) Abroad: What a trip!
My trip to Spain and Portugal was one of the best experiences I have ever had. After previously attending the Italy trip the year prior, I was eager to attend the trip this year. I had high expectations after such a phenomenal Italy trip, and this trip blew those expectations out of the water. From … Continue reading SPC Spain and Portugal was one of the best experiences I have ever had!
During my time studying abroad in Spain and Portugal, I was able to take note of a few cultural changes that highlighted the underlying beliefs of these countries. For example, both incorporated Catholicism much more strongly in their holidays and daily life, with ancient churches and cathedrals still being used for congregations even today. However, … Continue reading SPC Study Abroad: There is nothing like being immersed in a foreign country!
This is my second year attending the Saint Petersburg High School study abroad program, and it didn’t disappoint. Last year, I ventured to Italy, where I met some of my closest friends and shared some of the best experiences of my life. This time, my memories were just as incredible. One aspect I loved that … Continue reading SPC Spain and Portugal: It didn’t disappoint!
My name is Maddie, and I recently went on a study abroad trip to Spain and Portugal. We went to Lisbon, Evora, Seville, Cordoba, and Madrid. The study abroad experience was one of the best things I’ve ever done in my life. Getting to experience Europe with a group of peers was excellent. The environment … Continue reading SPC High School Abroad: I would totally do it!
One of the main reasons why I applied to the St. Peterburg College dental hygiene program was because it was the only program at least in Florida that offered a study-abroad volunteering experience for their students. However, I was questioning applying near the deadline since school was very hectic and I work a part-time job, … Continue reading SPC Bahamas: Knowledge, teamwork, amazing memories, and satisfaction!
My name is Jessica I’m a second-year dental hygiene student who went on the SPC study abroad trip to the Bahamas. Our mission was to strengthen our clinical skills while providing dental treatment to those in need. Most of the people we treated had never had a dental cleaning or been to a dentist. The … Continue reading SPC Bahamas: I loved every minute of the experience!
I am grateful to SPC for providing such a wonderful opportunity for students to participate in a study abroad program. Since I started my studies at SPC, I have had numerous chances to be part of something truly meaningful. I had the incredible opportunity to take part in the SPC study abroad program, where I … Continue reading SPC Bahamas: A chance to be part of something truly meaningful.
Breathtaking. That is the first word that comes to mind when I begin to reminisce. This study abroad opportunity with St. Petersburg College and Great Shape is an experience that I will never forget. The country of the Bahamas itself and its people are absolutely beautiful. From the moment we landed, we were treated with … Continue reading SPC Bahamas: An experience that I will never forget.