Category: Spain

Inside the Imperial City 0

Inside the Imperial City

Toledo is a city located in the mountains of central Spain, about an hour outside of Madrid. It is also referred to as “The City of Three Cultures” due to its cultural influences of...

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Adjusting to the Spanish Culture

There are many distinct cultural differences between Spain and Barcelona and the United States. While abroad, I have embraced them, and I have learned to love them. There are many, but here are just...

Returning from Maryland-in-Barcelona

Returning from Maryland-in-Barcelona

As my final blog post about studying abroad in Barcelona, I would like to share some of the differences and adaptations I have experienced since returning home. Due to a short semester, I actually...

Activities with Maryland-In-Barcelona

Activities with Maryland-In-Barcelona

One of the best perks about the Maryland-In-Barcelona program is the team of employees that work to put together everything. From helping to adjust classes to planning group-wide activities, they were always available whenever...

Culture with Maryland-in-Barcelona

Culture with Maryland-in-Barcelona

The biggest difference between studying in America and studying in Spain is definitely the cultural differences in what is normal and acceptable. For example, my classes at UMD are not required and often, some...

Academics with Maryland-In-Barcelona 0

Academics with Maryland-In-Barcelona

One of the main reasons I chose to study abroad in Barcelona was because of the opportunities to take classes that fulfilled my major requirements. This semester I am taking International Finance, Strategic Management...