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reports grades with the scale printed in this handbook. In addition, all CIEE students must follow
the class withdrawal procedures as outlined in this handbook.
Regular University Session
During the regular university session, you take at least four classes. All classes meet on the UPO
campus. One of these classes is a Spanish language class depending upon your level. CIEE
students may take the optional specially designed class, Managing Cultural Diversity. You then
choose two more classes among the offerings at the UPO. Those students that take all of their
classes in Spanish will receive an UPO transcript which says Programa Avanzado de Estudios
Hispánicos. Furthermore, those students that take five classes in Spanish during the regular session,
in each of the subject areas, will receive a Hispanic Studies Diploma.
Auditing Regular University Classes with Spaniards
Auditing a class with Spaniards is a great way to get first-hand experience in a different academic
culture and to feel more a part of the university community. If you are interested in auditing
a regular university class please consult with Resident Staff. There are some business classes
at the UPO which are taught in English for Spanish students. Students who audit classes with
regular attendance will receive a Certificate of Academic Achievement at the end of the semester.
Take advantage of this. It’s a great way to meet Spanish students.
Cultural Activities
This program has its own schedule of cultural and extracurricular activities. You will have the
opportunity to participate in CIEE organized activities as well as UPO campus activities. Please
check the Noticias desde Sevilla for specific information. Resident Staff at times organize lectures
in English on topics related to doing business in Andalusia, Spain, and the EU. Special emphasis
is placed on economic relations between the United States and Spain. You are invited to attend
seminars, conferences, and lectures on topics related to different aspects of international business,
which helps you improve your language skills.
The UPO also organizes great activities with other Spanish students. Make sure you find out
about them at the office. You should sign up if you are interested in attending.
Company Visits
Visits to company or organizations is a component of the Managing Cultural Diversity class, You
are given the dates of these visits during the first week of the regular session. These visits are
mandatory and are linked to the program core class. In addition, the visits help you gain first-hand
experience about Spanish businesses and/or organizations within an international context.
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Class Trip to Morocco
A special feature of this program is a CIEE organized trip to Morocco. During this trip you discover
the beauty of this fascinating country through cultural visits. This is a unique opportunity to experience
first-hand the cultural, religious, social, and economic differences of a developing Arab
country in North Africa.
Yearlong students
Students with beginning language skills may continue in the program for the academic year.
Students with more advanced language skills may continue in any of the CIEE programs appropriate
for their linguistic level in Seville or other cities in Spain. If you are planning to stay for
the academic year in this program, please consult with Resident Staff about return dates and
registration for the spring semester. Yearlong students will enjoy one overnight excursion and will
also participate in the cultural reimbursement program.
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The Campus Environment
The University is located on a 345-acre campus less than 5 miles from Seville’s city center. UPO
has a more “American-style” campus with many places to meet and mingle with Spanish students.