Programs Abroad:
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Semester Abroad (SA): Penn Semester in Barcelona: Consortium for Advanced Studies Abroad (CASA), Spain
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Taking all of my classes in Spanish
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Teaching an English class, which I have continued to do virtually
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Learning how to handle crisis situations while abroad
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How to make the most of your time
My Experience Abroad:
Despite having to leave early due to coronavirus, I completed my courses from back home and learned more interesting material than ever before. I took courses that were all in Spanish and that I would never have taken at Penn. The coursework mainly required writing lengthy papers. Since I had rarely done that before, the experience will really benefit my Spanish writing in the future. I also took International Studies courses which counted as a part of my major, so all my courses helped my comprehensive understanding of international studies.
Other Highlights:
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Going to Granada, Spain with the CASA group and getting to see the Alhambra
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Spontaneously attending a light show in Marina
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Renting and driving a motorcycle around Barcelona
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Traveling with the new friends I made through the program
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Taking classes with the director of CASA, Juanjo, because the teaching style in Spain is very different and more personal
