Category: Study Abroad

The Alps Study Abroad Student Experiences

While on our study abroad trip to the Alps, one of our excursions took us to the beautiful city of Kufstein, which is a beautiful city located in the district of Tyrol, Austria. Our excursion was to visit the old fortress that rested on top of the mountain. During our trip up, we were able … Continue reading The Alps Study Abroad Student Experiences

The Alps – My First Time out of North America

Visiting salt mines, walking through cities, and taking trains up the mountains, my trip to the Alps was absolutely amazing. Due to it being my first time out of North America, I wasn’t sure what to expect. This trip and the memories I gathered will be with me for all of my life. This trip … Continue reading The Alps – My First Time out of North America

Greece celebrates 200 years of Independence

This Thursday, Greece will commemorate 200 years of freedom after 400 years of Turkish and Ottoman Empire rule since the Greek Revolution of 1821. “On March 25, our Greek American community in Tarpon Springs and Greeks all over the world will be celebrating Greek Independence Day and the 200th Anniversary of when Greece regained its … Continue reading Greece celebrates 200 years of Independence

SPC student discovers picturesque ghost towns and fairy tale villages in Spain

Encountering digital artworks, enchanting gardens, and majestic castles during study abroad in Spain. – Alexa Ortiz, SPC Student, Spain Program, June 2019  Where do I start? There are numerous aspects of my experience in Spain that I could talk about: the sights that I’ve seen, the food that I’ve eaten, and even the number of hours … Continue reading SPC student discovers picturesque ghost towns and fairy tale villages in Spain

SPC students experience regional cultures in coastal Spain (and France!)

Excursions to San Sebastian, Basque country, and the beach in Biarritz (France) during study abroad in Spain. Considering further international study after learning Spanish in Salamanca – Barry Russell, SPC Student, Spain Program, June 2019  This place is glorious! Salamanca is a beautiful town with beautiful history and beautiful people. While fluent English-speakers are few and … Continue reading SPC students experience regional cultures in coastal Spain (and France!)

Explore art history and contemporary culture in Germany – May 2020!

Apply by December 9, 2019 Join faculty Li-Lee Tunceren and Jonathan Barnes to explore the historically and culturally rich cities of Berlin, Potsdam, and Hamburg! This Study Abroad Program highlights both Berlin’s storied past and its vibrant contemporary culture. Travel dates are conveniently set between the end of spring and start of summer terms, May … Continue reading Explore art history and contemporary culture in Germany – May 2020!