Program:
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SA: CASA Seville: University of Seville
Ask me about...
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Being abroad for the first time.
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Living in a homestay.
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Volunteering abroad.
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Major in Hispanic studies while abroad.
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Studying abroad while pre-med.
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Studying abroad as a FGLI student.
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Studying abroad with an LGBTQ+ identity.
My Experience Abroad:
I've taken Spanish coursework since starting middle school, and I've always wanted to be able to speak Spanish at a high proficiency level because it is the second most spoken language in the US and also because no one in my family speaks another language. Thus, when I came to Penn, I decided to also pursue a major in Hispanic Studies so I could continue improving my Spanish-speaking skills. Furthermore, I wanted to gain a first-hand experience in a country that speaks Spanish so I could get a fully immersive experience with the language while also learning about the local culture. Not only that, but I am currently applying for MD/PhD programs, so I also want to be able to employ my Spanish-speaking skills in the clinical and/or research spaces. These are just some factors that made me want to study abroad, and I'm glad I did because I feel a lot more confident in my Spanish-speaking abilities. Overall, my experience abroad greatly helped me make progress toward my academic and professional goals related to speaking Spanish, especially as a non-native speaker.
Other Highlights:
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My homestay with the sweetest host mom ever.
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Greatly improving my Spanish-speaking skills.
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Leaning all about Spanish art and architecture (coursework and in-person visits/travels).
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Going to Feria (week-long festival in Sevilla).
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Making lots of friends and experiencing so much with them!
