“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!”
“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!
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!
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!
“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”
SPC student, ShaeLynn Martens, shares her experience in Salamanca, Spain with St. Petersburg College after receiving a study abroad scholarship: “Since day one of this study aboard trip to Spain, it has been amazing; even though the first few days were raining, there is always something to learn and see. In the mornings we have … Continue reading SPC Student Shares Her Experience Studying Spanish in Spain!
International Day of Friendship: July 30 – Our world face many challenges, crises and forces of division — such as poverty, violence, and human rights abuses — among many others — that undermine peace, security, development and social harmony among the world’s peoples. To confront those crises and challenges, their root causes must be addressed by … Continue reading Join the Center for International Programs in Celebrating the Intl Day of Friendship!
SPC student, Chaplain Everhart, shares her experience in Salamanca, Spain with St. Petersburg College after receiving a study abroad scholarship: “Viajar al extranjero a España ha sido una experiencia increíble para mí. In my youth, I was always blocked from Spanish classes because enrollment was closed at the time we relocated to a new school … Continue reading SPC Student Shares Why You Should Study in Salamanca, Spain!
Welcome Back for the Fall Semester Faculty, Staff & Students! International opportunities at SPC for August 2018 include… Event Date Time Campus/Location Look for the Center for International Programs Table at all Welcome Back Events on all campuses! We hope to see you there! ESL Read Aloud & Converse Every Monday & Friday M 6:00-7:30pm F … Continue reading Welcome Back for the Fall Semester Faculty, Staff and Students!
“I chose Spain Study Abroad through SPC as my first trip outside the U.S. When I arrived in Spain, it was almost surreal. The people did not speak much English and the food looked different. It was obvious I was no longer home in the U.S… Two weeks later, all of these observations have become … Continue reading “When I Arrived in Salamanca, Spain…it was Almost Surreal”