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When I applied up for the Greece study abroad program, I knew it was going to be amazing, but I didn\u2019t realize just how much it would stick with me. The main purpose of our trip was to work on a consulting project partnered with a humanitarian group supporting migrants and refugees. It was incredible to see how what we\u2019ve been learning in our programs could directly contribute to addressing real-world challenges. For me, it felt a lot like what I imagine a capstone would be. It pulled together everything I\u2019ve been learning in my business program and gave me the chance to apply it in a meaningful way. It also gave each of us the chance to lean into our own strengths and come together as a team to create something we were proud of. This wasn\u2019t just \u201ca class in another country\u201d, it was a chance to do something meaningful that actually mattered to people.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Once we wrapped up the project, we headed to the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum, and as a total sucker for history, I was in my own personal Golden Age. It\u2019s one thing to see pictures in textbooks, but it\u2019s completely different to be there, imagining what Athens was like thousands of years ago. Our guide was incredible, sharing stories, myths, and details that made the history feel alive around us. After our time at the Acropolis, our group grabbed authentic gyros (that I wish I could have brought home with me), then wandered through the charming streets of Plaka with its colorful shops, lively caf\u00e9s, and that perfect mix of history and everyday life.

We ended our trip with a cruise to three islands \u2014 Hydra, Poros, and Aegina \u2014 each with its own charm and stunning views. Hydra had car-free, postcard-perfect streets. In Poros, we climbed to the famous clock tower known for breathtaking views and great photos over the harbor, and in Aegina, I got to swim in the Mediterranean \u2014 easily my highlight of the day. It was the perfect conclusion to a week that blended culture, history, and real-world learning. As someone who has studied abroad before, I still found Greece full of fresh perspectives, unforgettable moments, and the kind of experiences that remind me why I keep seeking opportunities to learn beyond the classroom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2013 Sam, SPC Greece Business Study Abroad Program, July 2025<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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