Barcelona's Study Abroad & Internship Specialists

THE BEYOND LAS RAMBLAS PODCAST

4 November 2024

India Turner, a bold and confident psychology major from Xavier University of Louisiana. India studied abroad in Barcelona during the May term, where she deeply immersed herself in the local culture, engaged in co-curricular activities, and built strong connections with her host family and the city. With aspirations to enrich the lives of Black and Brown individuals in the mental health field, India’s Creole heritage and empathy created a meaningful impact on those around her. Join us as she shares her transformative experience and insights from Barcelona!

28 October 2024

Azaria Bell, a Spanish major from Eastern Illinois University who studied at the Universitat de Barcelona, shares with us how she approached her semester in Catalonia with curiosity, faith, and - most importantly - joy. A first-time international traveler, Azaria recounts what it was like living with a host family, studying Spanish at a university founded in 1450, and how to expertly navigate travel delays with with poise and optimism. You don't want to miss this one - listen now!

21 October 2024

The inspiring Leslie Billotte, participated in our inaugural HBCU Consortium Program in Summer 2023, where she explored the Black experience in Barcelona. As a non-traditional student, devoted mom, and Vice President of International Affairs on her campus, Leslie shares her journey of resilience, leadership, and global exploration. Tune in to hear how this dynamic millennial is making an impact both at home and abroad!

14 October 2024

Andres Vazquez, a University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign student who participated in our SIS + UPF BAPIS program, is a native Spanish speaker and member of the Latinx community. Andres embraced the challenge of learning Catalan while immersing himself in Barcelona’s rich culture. Now an alumni ambassador, he shares his insights and experiences with prospective students. Listen now to hear about his journey, cultural adventures, and tips for future students!

7 October 2024

Jalan Gunning (she/her), a Barcelona SAE alumna and proud NC A&T State University graduate, has helped countless students navigate their study abroad journeys, but today she’s sharing her own story! From teaching 4th grade through Teach For America to studying at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Jalan brings fascinating insights from both the classroom and her time abroad. Tune in for her reflections and stories! 

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