Study Abroad

The CCSU Center for International Education has many opportunities to travel around the world, and get course credits. Our LALCC Study Abroad Grants will will apply to cultural areas within the scope of our mission, and this year’s trips are:

CULTURAL AND POLITICAL BATTLES IN THE SPANISH SPORTS ARENA

Cost: $2,995 plus course tuition

Courses offered:  HUM 330 / ML 500 / COMM 496 / COMM 596

This study abroad program focuses the use of sport symbols in political communication, as well as political symbols in sports communication. We use the fascinating world of fútbol (soccer) to delve into the country’s history and current political reality. In particular, the rivalry between sport giants Real Madrid CF and FC Barcelona will provide us with a deep insight into the complexity of the political situation and the simplicity of mass feelings.

For more information, contact:

Dr. Jose Carlos Del Ama | delamaj@ccsu.edu

Dr. Antonio Garcia-Lozada | garciaa@ccsu.edu

SPANISH ON THE MOVE

Cost: $2,795 plus course tuition

Courses offered: ML 200 / ML 400

This program, geared primarily to students majoring or minoring in Spanish, but also to students willing to obtain credits abroad toward their language requirement, will offer the opportunity to enhance proficiency in Spanish while exploring the richness of Spanish culture in one of the oldest and most historical university cities of Europe.

For more information, contact:

Dr. Lilian Uribe | uribe@ccsu.edu

Dr. Paloma Lapuerta | lapuertap@ccsu.edu