PRESHCO
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PRESHCO is a program provider offering 1 abroad program. Programs offered include Study Abroad and Volunteer abroad programs in 1 country such as Spain.
PRESHCO is a consortium sponsored by Smith College, and Wellesley College that offers study abroad in Cordoba, Spain, for either fall or spring semesters, or for the entire year. Founded in 1981, PRESHCO is committed to high academic standards and to providing opportunities for students to develop their knowledge of Spanish language, literature, and culture in one of the most picturesque and historically rich cities of Spain. Based at the University of Cordoba, which is one of the finest universities for sciences in Spain, PRESHCO also offers students to further their study of the sciences--including through additional summer laboratory possibilies. Students may attend for either or both semesters.
Study Abroad with PRESHCO
"I became much better at writing and speaking Spanish. I am happy I went abroad, but if given the chance to do it again I would choose a different program and city."
A student Colby College
"On top of improving my language skills and gaining a new appreciation for Wellesley, I feel like I have become more confident and independent. I am more comfortable being uncomfortable and putting myself out there."
Alexei Girod Wellesley College
"Yes. See above."
A student Colby College
"My Spanish improves a lot and I have become more confident in my abilities to use it even if it is still not perfect.I learned about a whole new way of life. I learned how to adapt to a new lifestyle and to a new academic environment. I became even more independent."
Emily Dougherty Colby College
"It was worthwhile. My Spanish improved an amazing amount and I made some great friends that I want to stay in touch with!"
A student Smith College
"I learned a lot of Spanish, and also a lot about myself. It was definitely worthwhile, even when it was difficult I was still learning a lot."
A student Wellesley College
"I learned that going to a completely different culture is difficult, but overall worth it at the end. "
Haleigh Anderson Smith College
"I learned a lot about the cultural differences between Spain and the United States. I think my study abroad experience was definitely worthwhile."
Mariana Hernandez Wellesley College
"I leaned about myself as a person what it is that I really enjoy and a stronger sense of independence. I wouldn't change my experience at all."
Liliana Mayorga Wellesley College
"I learned how to be comfortable with being uncomfortable. "
A student Wellesley College
"- I learned to interact with other cultures. - Became more independent and open - Learned so much and tried new things I would not change anything. "
A student Wellesley College
"I learned more than ever to trust my instincts. It was worthwhile"
A student Wellesley College
"I learned a lot more conversational Spanish, and how to adapt to new situations. I have always been very good at being alone and independent, but my semester in Córdoba reinforced that. It was worthwhile, but also pretty tiring and by the end I was very ready to leave. "
A student Oberlin College
"It was very worthwhile. I learned a lot about the spanish culture, was taught classed soley in spanish, etc."
A student Smith College
"It was very worthwhile. Although I took classes and learned from them, I gained more knowledge just being around Spanish people and learning about their culture."
A student Smith College
"My Spanish got so much better! And I got very close with my host parents. I also gained a global perspective, and was able to see the US how Europeans see it."
A student Smith College
"I learned a lot about the Spanish language and culture, as well as gaining some general skills in communication, trip planning, budgeting, and living and taking classes in a country other than my own. For me, this was definitely a worthwhile experience."
A student Smith College
"I gained an appreciation for the US"
A student Wellesley College
"I gained fluency in Spanish, saw beautiful and historical cities, and learned a great deal about Spanish perspectives on the world (and by implication, what part of my perspective on things is shaped by my upbringing in the US). I had many educational discussions with Spanish students, professors, and my host family about polit..."
A student Smith College
"Spaniards are racists and hate Asian people. They think that they're not as racist as Americans (which is borderline hilarious). "
A student Smith College
"It was definitely worthwhile. My academic experience wasn't what I was hoping for but the things I learned outside of the classroom made my experience something that will always stay with me. "
A student Smith College
"It helped me improve my Spanish and gain confidence in myself, especially in my ability to adapt and thrive in a foreign environment. I also got a chance to spend more time in Europe (where I'm from) and truly experience a new culture."
A student Smith College
"I learned a lot about myself through this experience, and a lot of what I learned were little things, but I believe those things are going to make me a more confident person in the world. For example, I learned I could move to another country, learn a language, travel all over Europe by myself, and still make it home in one piec..."
A student Smith College
"I gained new friendships that I wouldn't have made had I not gone abroad. I also learned a lot about the way I, along with my culture, are perceived on an international level. "
A student Wellesley College
"It was worthwhile. I learned that I enjoy living in the U.S. and that a semester is just enough for me to be abroad. "
A student Smith College
