Palabras de España by Monica Zevenbergen
Tapas. Flamenco. Playa. Siesta. These are just a few of the many words that were on my mind as I prepared for my semester abroad in Spain. In the fall of 2016, I had the incredible opportunity to participate in Semester in Spain’s study abroad program in Sevilla, España. The experiences I had have shaped […]
What Makes Excursion Days Special? By Georgia Lodewyk (SIS Spring 2023, Dordt University)
Excursion days would start very early in the morning. Too early, almost, but it was always worth it. I remember one excursion day in March, to Zahara de la Sierra and Ronda, my roommate and I woke up at 7:30 a.m. Now, of course, I’m laughing at myself because that’s not so bad. But back […]
Dietary Restrictions in Spain (Part 2) – Olivia Morris (SIS Staff)
The following recommendations are based on a gluten and dairy free diet. Click here to read Part 1. Restaurantes (Traditional Spanish cuisine): Victoria 8 (C. Victoria, 8, 41010 Sevilla, Spain) Cervecería Giralda Bar (C. Mateos Gago, 1, 41004 Sevilla, Spain) Patio San Eloy Heladerías: Giolatto/Gioelia (C. Reyes Católicos, 19, 41001 Sevilla, Spain) María Limones Pastelerías: […]
Dietary Restrictions in Spain (Part 1) – Olivia Morris (SIS Staff)
As an individual who is allergic to gluten and dairy, as well as someone who has had numerous bad food experiences internationally, the thought of being able to safely eat for a semester was a genuine fear when I was a student in 2019. However, I was relieved upon arriving in Sevilla, that not […]
Investing in Sevilla by Hannah McAdams (Spring 2022 Alumna from John Brown University)
I am not exaggerating when I say that going to Sevilla, Spain in Spring 2022 was the best experience of my life. I know it sounds super dramatic but let me tell you more about why it was such an enjoyable and unforgettable experience. I lived with three people: my roommate, my host mom, and […]
Bailando bajo las Setas by Kirsten Olson
What was your most rewarding experience/moment in Spain? One of the most rewarding and honestly influential moments from my time in Sevilla is when we gathered as a school to dance Sevillanas* under Las Setas* and in la plaza. Sevillanas is the traditional and native dance to Sevilla, so I truly felt part of the […]
¿Cómo se dice, um, um…err, uh…?
¡Hola a todos! So I’m here to share a few things about my first week here in Sevilla, Spain. Warning, if you see these three dots, “. . .” it’s because I can’t think of what word to say in Spanish or English! Don’t laugh, but that’s one unexpected side effect I’ve had here. I’ll […]
Hair Salons for Black Students in Sevilla
Elizabeth from SIS writing here today. If we’ve never had the chance to meet, I’m SIS’s Coordinator of Recruitment, Marketing & College Relations or, rather, the person you talk to if you have questions about what a Semester in Spain would look like for you! February is quickly coming to a close but we believe […]
Fútbol Español Durante la Pandemia
As we all know, everything has taken a hit during this pandemic. Sports were no exception. Hang out with Salva on June 5th at 12pm CST to learn how the pandemic impacted fútbol and what Spain did to keep spirits alive. You are invited to a Zoom meeting.When: Jun 5, 2021 12:00 Central Time (US […]
Música Española Durante la Pandemia
Spanish artists have come together during the pandemic to collaborate on musical pieces to support and encourage one another. Join us Saturday, May 1st, at 12:00pm CST to learn from Salvador Gallego, one of our amazing professors, about how music has changed during the pandemic in Spain. It’ll be a great time of learning and […]
