Category: Travel

SPC Student Shares How Her Dreams Became Reality While Studying in Greece

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“Traveling the world has always been one of my biggest dreams, but I had no clue how this dream would become a reality one day. Ever since I was twelve years old, I had listed my 5 top countries to visit which are: Greece, France, Spain, Israel and Italy. I honestly never thought that I … Continue reading SPC Student Shares How Her Dreams Became Reality While Studying in Greece

SPC High School Student Shares His Experience During and After Study Abroad in Italy!

This summer, 2018, students who were SPC early college, dual enrollment, early admission and/or collegiate high school studied in Italy! SPC High School student Chase Wilson share his journal entries during study abroad and after arriving back home in the states: “In country reflections:  As soon as I arrived in Rome, I was awestruck. There … Continue reading SPC High School Student Shares His Experience During and After Study Abroad in Italy!

SPC High School Student Shares What He Learned and Loved in Italy

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This summer, 2018, students who were SPC early college, dual enrollment, early admission and/or collegiate high school studied in Italy! High School student Calvin Finley shares his daily journal entries on his experience studying abroad: “The first place we went after arriving in Rome was St. Peter’s square. We got there just in time to … Continue reading SPC High School Student Shares What He Learned and Loved in Italy

High School Student Discusses the History, Art and Architecture in Italy!

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This summer, 2018, students who were SPC early college, dual enrollment, early admission and/or collegiate high school studied in Italy! High School student, Athena Pantazes, discusses the history, art and architecture of Italy! “Seeing the Jewish Ghetto was one of the most impactful experiences of this trip .This was the day the group was introduced to … Continue reading High School Student Discusses the History, Art and Architecture in Italy!

High School Student Shares Her Experience Studying in Italy with SPC

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This summer, 2018, students who were SPC early college, dual enrollment, early admission and/or collegiate high school studied in Italy! The high school students were asked to highlight their experience by focusing on what they learned and the Italian culture! High School student Alyssa Rhame shares her experience: “It wasn’t my first time flying internationally, … Continue reading High School Student Shares Her Experience Studying in Italy with SPC

“I’m Amazed by How Much I Learned While Stuyding in Salamanca!”

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“Studying abroad with St. Petersburg College’s International Program is one of the most amazing experiences I have had in my life. From the very first day, I was immersed in Spanish culture and language and became completely enamored by the welcoming presence that the people gave me. This made me feel more comfortable because I … Continue reading “I’m Amazed by How Much I Learned While Stuyding in Salamanca!”

The Plaza de Mayor is the Center of Excitement in Salamanca!

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“Here is the Plaza de Mayor.  It is grand.  It is a place where we all meet as a group so we can go together to our destination.  We meet directly under the clock. It is located in the center as all roads branch out from there.  It is like a home base.  If we were ever to … Continue reading The Plaza de Mayor is the Center of Excitement in Salamanca!

Bonjour la France! French Immersion Study Abroad-Summer 2019!

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Spend the summer of 2019 immersed in the exquisite French culture. This France study abroad program is designed for students seeking to study French. Students will spend two weeks in Tours, located in the heart of the Loire Valley,  immersed in French culture at the world-known language Institute of Touraine. Classes are offered at all levels … Continue reading Bonjour la France! French Immersion Study Abroad-Summer 2019!

Student Studies in Spain After Receiving SPC Scholarship!

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SPC student, Jessica Bichsel, shares her experience in Salamanca, Spain with St. Petersburg College after receiving a study abroad scholarship: “SPC’s Study Abroad in Spain has been amazing! The experience of immersion into the city of Salamanca has been challenging, but my host mother was very welcoming, and have made me feel like I am … Continue reading Student Studies in Spain After Receiving SPC Scholarship!

“Stories I Cannot Wait to Tell and Memories I’ll Cherish Forever”

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“In the summer of 2017, I was in an USF advisors office. I was told I had to take two credits of (college level) foreign language for my bachelors. To be honest, I was not thrilled because I already took up to Spanish-3 in high school and I thought I was done. I did not … Continue reading “Stories I Cannot Wait to Tell and Memories I’ll Cherish Forever”