Having taken Spanish as a language
off and on throughout my grade school years and then choosing it as one of my
majors in college I’ve come a crossed a variety of teachers from many
backgrounds and countries of origin. Each of these instructors gave me a new
perspective and angle into learning Spanish and understating the culture of the
many countries. But the crowning experience so far in my journey towards
graduation has been the summer study abroad opportunity in Spain. This has been
a completely immersive program with every intention of improving a student’s
Spanish no matter the level. On this trip I’ve been lucky enough to hear the
roar of the crowd in the Plaza del Toros in Seville as the matador gracefully
dances around the 2,700 lbs bull. I’ve walked the ancient halls of Alhambra
where sultans and Spanish kings alike fought for control of this ancient and
beautiful country. The ancient halls of La Mesquita in the ancient city of
Cordoba left me speechless at the lengths man was willing to go in the pursuit
of beauty. But the best experience by far of the whole program was the
opportunity to meet all new people; to share their stories and come together as
one. People from all walks of life willing to share their life story with you
all in an attempt to help you truly understand them and their culture and their
ancestors’ stories. This program has strengthen all resolve I have when classes
become difficult and helped me to fall back in love with the language.
- Nicholas McKenna, Junior, Modern Language major, Palmetto Battery Company
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