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\"Spain<\/a> Participating in the 2016 Spain Study Abroad program has been one of my favorite experiences in life thus far. In accumulation with other factors, that trip was one of the biggest reasons I decided to take on a Spanish major in addition to the English major I already had in mind. (I\u2019m not sure if I can say this, but I can also tell you that studying abroad with SPC is often cheaper because there are more scholarship opportunities available than other universities, and the smaller group is often more fun!) \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n

I think it is an accepted fact that there is no better way to learn a language than complete immersion, but even if it is not, I guarantee it from personal experience. In no other situation will you be pushed to use the language you are learning than in a foreign country where it is constantly before your eyes and in your ears. I highly recommend this program to anyone interested in really learning a foreign language–as in achieving fluency as opposed to a surface level understanding of the grammar.<\/p>\n

\"Spain<\/a>In addition to language acquisition, the ability to gain a deeper understanding of the culture is unparalleled. Textbooks cannot teach what it is like to stand in the centuries old University of Salamanca or walk the misty coasts of Santander. You will never understand the Spanish sensibility until you live under the roof of a strong Spanish woman. To me, that was one of the most valuable aspects of the program: we stayed with native families, adjusting to their culture from breakfast to bedtime. In addition, I was able to travel a little on my own after the program, exploring cities like Santander, Bilbao, Barcelona, and Madrid. I can\u2019t begin to say how thankful I am for the opportunity extended to me and sincerely hope many more students share in this as well.<\/p>\n

Want to take part in this life-changing experience? SPC is now taking applicaitons for 2018 Spain Study Abroad program, click here to apply now<\/a>!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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