“Living the Culture” Courses and Activities
In addition to the core academic courses offered by SSA, students also have the opportunity to participate in “Living the Culture” (LTC) courses to enhance their immersion experience.
As an intern or service learning participant, you will be evaluated by the Resident Director and your supervisor in the workplace. Additionally, a written report is required of you at the end of the period.
To sign up for these courses, you may indicate interest on the Course Selection form in your SSA account. Log in here!
Find your program location and term below to see which LTC courses may be available.
Find your program location and term below to see which LTC courses may be available.
Alicante
Semester and Summer
- LTC 300UA-A: The Culture of Spanish Cuisine
- LTC 300UA-B: Introduction to Latin Dance and Flamenco
Additional offerings in the following subject matter may also be available:
- Beginning Windsurfing
- Scuba Diving
- Flamenco Percussion (semesters only)
Seville
Semester
- LTC 490G: The Culture of Spanish Cuisine
- SPDA 204: Regional Folk Dance
Summer
- LTC 491PS: Paddle Surf
- LTC 491SVL: Service Learning -- Pre-requisite: successful completion of at least one course in advanced Spanish. Placements available in Health Services, Museums, and NGOs. Letter grade.
- LTC 491D: Regional Folk Dance
All Locations
Not-for-Credit Activities
Once on-site, you may also choose to participate in affordable non-credit bearing activities, such as joining an athletic team or musical group. Past activities have included:
- Speaking partners with local students and professionals
- Cultural trips and tours
- Dance workshops
- Cooking workshops
- Spanish/Argentine film viewing
- Sports and leisure activities
- Hiking
- Kayaking
For more information, contact us at info[at]spanishstudies.org
