Studying abroad is not only an incredible way to spend a semester, it’s also one of the most impactful ways students broaden their worldview. This summer, 41 Âé¶¹Ó³»´«Ã½ students — including 36 students who received scholarships to attend — traveled to Spain to participate in the inaugural session at the Âé¶¹Ó³»´«Ã½ Barcelona Center for International Experiences. In between classes, students engaged with the local culture through outings like city walking tours, visits to famous sites, a tapas tasting, flamenco lessons and more for a truly immersive educational experience.
“From the cultural experiences, academic exposure, and people from near and far that I will always remember, this trip has been one of the greatest [times] of my life.â€
$72,000
Scholarship funding provided for students to participate in this summer’s program
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Students have participated in Âé¶¹Ó³»´«Ã½ Study Abroad programs in the 2021-22 academic year
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Courses students chose between for their studies during the trip, including Introduction to Human Disease — which is offered through the Department of Health Sciences or Elementary Spanish Language & Civilization II — which is offered through the Department of Modern Languages and Literatures

Jaidyn Knight poses for a photo with Barcelona skyline in the back.

Part of the group of students who attended the Âé¶¹Ó³»´«Ã½ Study Abroad program in Barcelona pose for a photo in Park Güell

A collage of the following, tacos (left); Emily Somma and Jaidyn Knight walking down the streets of Barcelona; and pasta (right)

Park Güell provides a great view of the city.

Jaidyn Knight (grey dress) and another student take photos while on a private tour of a vineyard.