Traveling abroad for the first time and learning language, history, culture, and a wedding dance during study abroad in Spain. – Makennah LeMay, SPC Student, Spain Program, June 2019 My experience in España so far has been unforgettable. This being my first time traveling alone or outside of the country, I was a little nervous, but … Continue reading SPC student explores historic architecture during excursions in Spain
In awe of architectural splendors and calming traditional rituals during study abroad in Japan. – Cierra Howard, SPC Student, Japan Program, May 2019 When I was approved for the Japan study abroad program, and received the email that I was awarded a scholarship, my eyes instantly filled with tears. This helped ease my burden so I … Continue reading SPC student inspired by tea ceremony and colorful temples in Japan
Applying learned skills in local communities inspires career-path satisfaction and two-way gratitude during study abroad in Jamaica. A humbling, life-changing experience – Julaine Moya, SPC Student, Jamaica Dental Program, October 2018 I will begin by saying that my participation in the dental hygiene study abroad program in Jamaica was life changing. It was a totally humbling … Continue reading SPC students offer dental hygeine in Jamaican clinics, return inspired
Studying scorpions, catching rain water, and honoring an Israeli hero during study abroad in Israel. – Christopher Sorhage, SPC Student, Israel Program, May 2019 After enjoying the sun rise and the view from the over look into the Ramon crater, we all headed back to the hostel to get ready for the day and eat breakfast. … Continue reading SPC student observes animal life, learns desert farming techniques in Israel
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!