It was an incredible and very educational experience Past Review
By LizD (Concordia University - Wisconsin) - abroad from 06/15/2018 to 07/27/2018 with
CEU San Pablo University: Madrid - Practical Introduction to the World of Pharmacy, Summer
It was very worthwhile. We learned a lot about the practice of pharmacy in Spain. We went to a community pharmacy and a hospital pharmacy. We learned about their education as pharmacists and also researchers.
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| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | None |
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The Spain study abroad trip was an incredible experience. It was very well organized and we went on so many great activities. We went on tours of Madrid, Toledo, and Segovia, and saw all the beautiful and historic Spanish buildings. We also learned a lot about the how they conduct their pharmacy practice. It was very interesting to learn the differences between their pharmacies and the ones here in America. The classes were very informational in that regard. I was very impressed with all the things that we got to experience while we were there. All the places and activities they planned for us were very applicable to our learning levels and our professions. The cultural lessons were great as well. The Spanish classes were a kind of difficult at first, but after I gave some feedback, they got a lot better. I felt that they really listened to my perspective as a non-spanish speaker and then adjusted their approach based on what us students said. It was all very professional and very well planned. It was the experience of a lifetime and I would do it again in a heartbeat. |
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| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | Yes |
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| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | None |
| How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? | Beginner |
| What was the highest level language course you had completed prior to departure? | High School Spanish |
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| * Did you study abroad through an exchange program or did you directly enroll in the foreign university? | Exchange |
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | That they only do laundry on Mondays and you do not get it back till Wednesday. Everything else was wonderful |
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The Academic or LinguistYou went abroad with specific academic goals in mind; the program credentials and rigor of your coursework abroad were very important to you. You had a great time abroad, but never lost sight of your studies and (if applicable) were diligent with your foreign language study. Good for you! |
