Category: Study Abroad

SPC student commits to public health career after study in Jamaica

Jamaica (Dental), Jamaica 2023 (Dental), Study Abroad

Contagious happiness and generosity inspires long hours of service during study abroad in Jamaica. -Veronica Vazquez, SPC Student, Jamaica Dental Program, October 2018 The trip to Jamaica was a huge learning experience. From the initial brainstorming sessions for fundraisers until the last day of the trip, we had to learn how to capitalize on our … Continue reading SPC student commits to public health career after study in Jamaica →

SPC high school students enjoy language and cultural differences in Canada

Canada High School, Study Abroad

Examining the shape of a snowflake, tasting French-Canadian specialties, and discovering breathtaking places during study abroad in Canada. Discovering Montreal and its history – Julianna Pettey, SPC High School Student, Canada Program, January 2019 Bonjour! I just got back from an amazing trip to Montreal and Quebec. Coming from sunny Florida, arriving in Montreal was a … Continue reading SPC high school students enjoy language and cultural differences in Canada →

SPC students increase Spanish fluency through immersion course in Spain

Spain 2019, Spain 2022, Study Abroad

Communicating in Spanish while exploring historic towns during study abroad in Spain. The history and culture of Spain – Angela Mclenan, SPC Student, Spain Program, June 2019 Studying abroad in Salamanca is more than learning Spanish. It is an adventure deep into the history and culture of Spain from the people who know it best!! From … Continue reading SPC students increase Spanish fluency through immersion course in Spain →

SPC student’s community service met with love in Jamaica

Jamaica (Dental), Study Abroad

Applying concepts learned at SPC to serve a community in need becomes a heartwarming experience during study abroad in Jamaica – Elizabeth Cornelius, SPC Student, Jamaica Dental Program, October 2018 Being selected for the Jamaica Study Abroad Program was one of the best things that has ever happened to me. From start to finish, it was … Continue reading SPC student’s community service met with love in Jamaica →

SPC student explores historic architecture during excursions in Spain

Spain 2019, Spain 2022, Study Abroad

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 →

SPC student inspired by tea ceremony and colorful temples in Japan

Japan 2024, Japan 2025, Study Abroad, Study Abroad in Japan

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 →

SPC students offer dental hygeine in Jamaican clinics, return inspired

Antigua, Jamaica (Dental), Jamaica 2022 (Dental), Study Abroad

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 →

SPC student observes animal life, learns desert farming techniques in Israel

Israel, Study Abroad

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 →

SPC student finds peace at the top of Mount Komagatake in Japan

Study Abroad, Study Abroad in Japan

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 →

SPC student has “rewarding, spiritual, and life-changing experience” in Jamaica

Jamaica (Dental), Study Abroad

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 →