SIT Study Abroad: Spain: Social Movements, Democracy, and Cultural Identity

Studying abroad in Spain through the SIT program was truly a life-changing experience. I loved staying with a host family and having the opportunity to fully immerse myself in the culture. The warmth and hospitality of my host family made me feel at home, and I learned so much about Spanish customs and daily life. I also really enjoyed all the trips that were part of this experience, which allowed me to learn extensively outside of the classroom. Exploring historic cities, visiting museums, and engaging with local communities broadened my perspective and deepened my appreciation for Spain's rich history and diverse culture.

The program staff were incredible—always supportive, knowledgeable, and passionate about what they were teaching. The lectures were engaging and thought-provoking, and the class trips provided practical insights that complemented our academic studies. I truly enjoyed the learning process, both in and out of the classroom. I also love having the opportunity to travel independently and explore Europe!

Overall, this experience has had a profound impact on me, both personally and academically. It has inspired me to continue exploring new cultures and perspectives. I would 100% recommend the SIT program in Spain to anyone looking for an enriching and transformative study abroad experience.

I had an AMAZING time in Bilbao. It's a beautiful city on the coast, and I lived 5 minutes from the beach. The host family component combined with the intensive language courses really helped me grow in skill and confidence with my Spanish. The classes are interesting and professors are really helpful throughout. Not to mention, the excursions were so fun and there was still plenty of time to travel independently! We went on excursions around the Basque Country every Friday for the first 1.5 months of the program, then did a week trip to Scotland and a week trip to Girona. The last month of the program was an independent study portion where we could travel independently throughout the weeks while working on a research project. It was truly such an amazing experience. I gained confidence with Spanish, independence traveling alone in Europe, and amazing friends!

This study abroad program was an amazing experience that I would recommend to anyone. You spend the first week of the program doing an orientation. You spend several months taking classes and then the last month of the program is spent during an independent study project. You also get to visit Scotland and Girona with the Program. The food in the Basque Country is great, and the program provides you with several dinners out. It's a great program and the staff and people in the country were very friendly.