Office of Student Travel

May 9 - May 23

Asia - Multi-Disciplined

Semester: May 2027

FSC 1998 - 2 Credit Hours

This Junior Journey course provides students with an immersive community health nursing experience in partnership with Jubilee Mission College of Nursing in Thrissur, Kerala, India. Students will participate in clinical observation, community outreach, and public health activities during Week 1, followed by a Week 2 cultural exploration of Kerala’s history, arts, religion, and traditions. Students will gain firsthand exposure to global health systems, community-based care, and culturally grounded nursing practices while also experiencing Kerala’s unique heritage through guided excursions, temple and church visits, traditional arts, and regional cuisine.

Course Leader: Dr. Prasuna Thomas, pthomas@flsouthern.edu

Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor by 11/29/26

Junior Journey Course Cost: $1,581
Regular Course Cost: $3,581

Prices include a $120 Indian Tourist Visa that students will pay when the Trip Director provides instructions.

Mar 6 - Mar 13

Caribbean - Healthcare based

Semester: Spring 2027

FSC 1998 - 1 Credit Hour

Spend Spring Break in Dominica while exploring healthcare, culture, and community through an immersive pre-health experience. This 8-day DPT faculty-led program combines clinical exposure, community engagement, and cultural learning designed for students interested in healthcare careers. Students will visit the Dominica Infirmary, participate in home health visits, engage with K-12 students, and take part in an open clinic in collaboration with the Ministry of Health. The itinerary includes speaking with local healthcare providers to learn more about Dominica’s healthcare system, available resources, and common health needs. The experience extends beyond healthcare. Students will visit the Kalinago Territory, swim at Emerald Pool and Mero Beach, hike through Dominica’s rainforest and mountainous landscape, explore downtown Roseau, and snorkel at Champagne Reef. The program includes shared accommodations, meals, ground transportation, organized excursions, Therapy Abroad support, and supervised clinical hours. The final itinerary may be adjusted to align with institutional goals and local availability.

Course Leader: Dr. Christine Morgan, cmorgan@flsouthern.edu

Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor by 11/29/26

Junior Journey Course Cost: $2,983
Regular Course Cost: $4,983

Mar 6 - Mar 13

Caribbean - Marine Biology

Semester: Spring 2027

FSC 1998 - 1 Credit Hour

Join us for a hands-on marine biology field experience on Bonaire, one of the Caribbean’s top destinations for reef research and SCUBA diving. Based at Buddy Dive Resort, we’ll explore vibrant coral reefs through a combination of two boat dives and one to two shore dives each day, encountering marine life from colorful reef fish to sea turtles, rays, and more. This course goes beyond the dive. You’ll work with local reef restoration and conservation efforts, learning how scientists monitor reef health, maintain coral nurseries, and use outplanting techniques to rebuild key habitats. You’ll also explore Bonaire’s mangroves, seagrass beds, and protected areas to understand the connection between healthy ecosystems and thriving reefs. As part of this course, you’ll receive the PADI Reef Rescue Diver Distinctive Specialty certification—an advanced, hands-on course that trains scuba divers in coral reef biology, nursery maintenance, and outplanting techniques. Gain real-world skills that make a difference for ocean conservation. SCUBA certification is required. If you would like to go, but are not dive certified we have a course (BIO 1942) that can get you certified before we go!

Course Leader: Dr. Jason Macrander, jmacrander@flsouthern.edu

Prerequisite: SCUBA Certification

Junior Journey Course Cost: $2,669
Regular Course Cost: $4,669

Both prices include a $75 visitor's tax that student will pay when Trip Director provides instructions.

Mar 5 - Mar 14

Caribbean

Semester: Spring 2027

1 Credit Hour

This trip to Costa Rica is interdisciplinary, and even though it is organized with a School of Education purpose, it fits all other majors at FSC. We will be visiting the city of San Jose (schools and museums), the mountains of La Fortuna, Arenal Volcano hot springs, and Cataratas de la Paz in Poas. We will also visit the secluded north Pacific beaches of Playa Carrillo in Guanacaste and will enjoy breathtaking views of the Costa Rican sunset. Zip lining and horseback riding on the beach will add a closer look to the Costa Rican 'non-artificial ingredients' landscape. Students joining us will have opportunities to engage the Costa Rican culture and enjoy it in a context of vacation/adventure and academic alternatives. Let's all engage the culture, enjoy the people, the differences, the food, and have a lot of fun! Pura Vida!

Course Leader: Dr. Bernardo Blanco, bblanco@flsouthern.edu

Junior Journey Course Cost: $1,781
Regular Course Cost: $3,781

Mar 6 - Mar 14

Caribbean - Multi-Disciplined

Semester: Spring 2027

FSC 1998 - 1 Credit Hour

Spend your Spring Break exploring one of the Caribbean’s most diverse islands. This experiential Junior Journey takes you across Puerto Rico’s dramatic ecological range, from the misty rainforests of El Yunque to the cactus-studded dry forest of Guánica. You’ll kayak through a glowing bioluminescent bay, swim beneath waterfalls, and snorkel among one of the Caribbean’s most extensive elkhorn coral communities off the coast of Rincón. Along the way, you’ll discover the island’s layered Taíno, Spanish, African, and American heritage while walking the fortified streets of Old San Juan, touring a working coffee plantation, learning traditional Bomba dance, and savoring the flavors of Puerto Rican cuisine. Our journey also visits colorful Mayagüez, the striking salt flats of Cabo Rojo, and an art museum before heading home. Best of all, no passport is required! The program cost includes airfare, hotel accommodations, all meals, and excursions. Join your fellow Florida Southern College students for an unforgettable adventure in science, culture, and discovery. ¡Vámonos a Puerto Rico!

Course Leader: Dr. Lauren Griffiths, lgriffiths@flsouthern.edu

Junior Journey Course Cost: $2,966
Regular Course Cost: $4,966

Mar 6 - Mar 14

South America - Multi-Disciplined

Semester: Spring 2027

FSC 1998 - 1 Credit Hour

Your classroom just got a whole lot bigger! Join us as we explore Chile, a country known for its incredible geographic diversity, rich cultural heritage, and stunning natural landscapes. Based in Santiago, we'll spend the week exploring the city and surrounding regions, from the Pacific coast to the Andes Mountains. Along the way, we'll visit the colorful coastal cities of Valparaíso, go horseback riding along the Pacific coast and in the Andes, explore the Maipo Valley, and visit Cachagua Island to see penguins and snorkel in the Pacific Ocean. We'll also experience traditional Chilean cuisine, learn about the country's history and culture, and spend an evening stargazing in the mountains. Developed over three years in collaboration with our local Chilean partners at Tour Lab, this trip was designed specifically for Florida Southern students. Throughout our seven days in Chile, the same experienced local guides will accompany us, providing a more personal and immersive experience. We'll also have a dedicated professional photographer to capture our journey along the way!

Course Leader: Dr. Christopher Brandon, cbrandon@flsouthern.edu

Junior Journey Course Cost: $2,477
Regular Course Cost: $4,477

May 8 - May 20

Caribbean

Semester: May 2027

1 Credit Hour

This trip to Costa Rica is interdisciplinary, and even though it is organized with a School of Education purpose, it fits all other majors at FSC. We will be visiting the city of San Jose (schools and museums), the mountains of La Fortuna, Arenal Volcano hot springs, and Cataratas de la Paz in Poas. We will also visit the secluded north Pacific beaches of Playa Carrillo in Guanacaste and will enjoy breathtaking views of the Costa Rican sunset. Zip lining and horseback riding on the beach will add a closer look to the Costa Rican 'non-artificial ingredients' landscape. For the first time in these trips, we will spend 3 days in San Vito de Coto Brus, a small town founded by Italian settlers who moved to Costa Rica after WWII to start a new in San Vito, and their legacy is one of the most prosperous little towns in the mountains of southern Costa Rica. Students joining us will have opportunities to engage the Costa Rican culture and enjoy it in a context of vacation/adventure and academic alternatives. Let's all engage the culture, enjoy the people, the differences, the food, and have a lot of fun! Pura Vida!

Course Leader: Dr. Bernardo Blanco, bblanco@flsouthern.edu

Junior Journey Course Cost: $3,896
Regular Course Cost: $5,896

Mar 5 - Mar 14

Europe

Semester: Spring 2027

1 Credit Hour

This immersive experience is designed for students seeking to explore the rich history, vibrant culture, and delectable cuisine of Italy. We’ll start in Rome and stay for a few days to explore iconic historic sites with guided tours of the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Square, alongside a food-tasting walking tour through markets, the Jewish Ghetto, and Trastevere to sample local specialties like supplì, pasta, and gelato. Then, we’ll head to Sorrento and stay in a central, historic hotel near Piazza Tasso and Corso Italia to experience Southern Italian traditions, regional cuisine, and scenic views of the Mediterranean. Capri is next where we’ll take a hydrofoil and minibus excursion to explore Capri and the hillside town of Anacapri, complete with a paddle-boat visit into the Blue Grotto. Let’s not forget about the Amalfi Coast. We’ll travel along the coastline to Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello to visit the Cathedral, Villa Rufolo's sea-view gardens, and local shops for tastings. We’ll end in Naples where we’ll discover the vibrant city's historic neighborhoods and waterfront.

Course Leader: Dr. Jennifer Dapko, jdapko@flsouthern.edu

Junior Journey Course Cost: $3,585
Regular Course Cost: $5,585

Mar 6 - Mar 13

Europe - Multi-Disciplined

Semester: Spring 2027

FSC 1998 - 1 Credit Hour

Immerse yourself in France on an unforgettable journey from Paris to the Mediterranean. Explore masterpieces at the Louvre, wander through historic streets, and see Notre-Dame and the Eiffel Tower before taking a dinner cruise on the Seine at sunset. Discover Paris’s neighborhoods, plazas, and centuries of history before traveling by high-speed train to Provence. There, explore the magnificent Palais des Papes in Avignon, walk among ancient Roman monuments at Pont du Gard and the Nîmes Amphitheater, and discover the medieval hilltop village of Les Baux-de-Provence. Continue south to the Côte d’Azur, where a cruise through the spectacular Calanques offers stunning views of the Mediterranean coastline. Explore the streets of Nice, stroll along the Promenade des Anglais, and venture to glamorous Monaco and picturesque Èze for a glimpse of life on the French Riviera. Along the way, learn about French history, art, architecture, food, and culture while sharing new discoveries and making memories with fellow students that will last a lifetime.

Course Leader: Ms. Julie Hornick, jhornick@flsouthern.edu

Junior Journey Course Cost: $3,865
Regular Course Cost: $5,865

Mar 6 - Mar 13

Europe - Multi-Disciplined

Semester: Spring 2027

FSC 1998 - 1 Credit Hour

Discover the rich history, vibrant culture, and enduring spirit of Ireland through an immersive educational experience that brings the country's past and present to life. Students will explore the influences of Irish language, literature, arts, and traditions while examining the lasting effects of colonization, migration, social justice movements, and the historic relationship between Ireland and the United States. Through cultural encounters, historical exploration, and reflection, this journey will deepen students' understanding of Irish society and its influence on the broader world.

Course Leader: Dr. Alex Ortiz, aortiz@flsouthern.edu

Junior Journey Course Cost: $2,228
Regular Course Cost: $4,228

Prices include a $27 Ireland Tourist Visa that students will pay when the Trip Director provides instructions.

May 10 - May 27

Europe - Historical

Semester: May 2027

2 Credit Hours

POS 3997

This course is designed to familiarize students with sites important to the history of Nazi Germany, and to German culture and history writ large. This trip covers two disparate elements and three separate and quite different sites: the Ravensbrueck KZ, near Fürstenberg (Havel), Brandenburg, the only concentration camp specifically designed for housing women; and Erfurt and Weimar, Thuringia, a center of German culture and home to Liszt, Brahms, Goethe and Schiller (Erfurt is a university town with lots of student pubs and student nightlife – rated highest by past student trips); we will also spend time in Szczecin, Poland and, finally, the capital of Germany, Berlin, with all that that major city has to offer in terms of history, museums, nightlife, shopping and food.

Course Leader: Dr. R. Bruce Anderson, randerson2@flsouthern.edu

Junior Journey Course Cost: $2,015
Regular Course Cost: $4,015

May 10 - June 9

Europe

Semester: May 2027

SPA 1101, 1102, 2203 to SPA 3308 and SPA 4408 - 6 Credit Hours

Study Abroad in Alicante, Spain — Earn 6 (Two Courses) College Credits! Experience Spain beyond the classroom! Spend an unforgettable month in beautiful Alicante, on Spain’s Mediterranean coast, while earning six college credits through an exciting language and cultural immersion program. Live with a Spanish host family, enjoy authentic home-cooked meals, explore Spanish traditions, and develop your language skills through everyday interactions. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced Spanish student, you will take courses suited to your proficiency level, ranging from introductory Spanish to conversation, literature, and Spanish culture and civilization. Beyond the classroom, experience Spain’s rich history, vibrant culture, beautiful beaches, and unforgettable excursions to Valencia, Cartagena, and Ibiza! Live the language. Discover the culture. Experience Spain!

Course Leader: Dr. Jose Manuel Garcia, jgarcia@flsouthern.edu

WRIGHT Foundations Requirements: SPA 1101, SPA 2205: Global Education, SPA 2320: Humanities

Junior Journey Course Cost: $4,155
Regular Course Cost: $6,155

May 8 - May 20

Europe - Multi-Disciplined

Semester: May 2027

1 Credit Hour

This trip is for students interested in cruising while we explore multiple countries and destinations in Europe (the Mediterranean). Expert-led guided tours every step of the way are included. A cruising experience and all the food you care to enjoy while onboard is also included! We’re headed to Italy, Croatia, Greece, Turkey, and Slovenia. In Italy (Venice, Trieste, and Bari), you can expect historic architecture, grand coastal plazas, and walking through high-traffic tourist areas. In Croatia (Split), you can expect an immersive Roman heritage experience where ancient history meets modern living. In Greece (Athens/Piraeus and Corfu), you can expect a blend of major ancient classical sites and scenic island coastal views. In Turkey (Kuşadası and Istanbul), you can expect a rich, vibrant blend of Eastern and Western culture, historic architecture, and traditional markets. In Slovenia (Postojna Cave, Predjama Castle), you can expect dramatic subterranean landscapes and unique medieval history.

Course Leader: Dr. Jennifer Dapko, jdapko@flsouthern.edu

Junior Journey Course Cost: $4,146
Regular Course Cost: $6,146

May 9 - May 23

Europe - History

Semester: May 2027

HIS 1998 - 2 Credit Hours

This is a course about history and culture, choosing as its focus the tiny Baltic state of Latvia. The first element is this: while physically proximate to the very sites where the history they will learn about took place, students will gradually come to appreciate the whole of the country’s recorded past, from the days of the Baltic German barons who conquered the territory in the 1200s and Christianized this final bastion of paganism in Europe; through the periods of Polish-Lithuanian, Swedish, and Russian imperial control; to the first independence period in the 1920s and 1930s; through the Second World War and the Holocaust, 1939-1945; to the days of the USSR and the Cold War; to the struggle for renewed independence, which finally succeeded in 1991; all the way up to the present era, beginning in 2004, with Latvia’s membership in both the European Union and NATO. The second major aspect of the trip is the understanding of Latvian culture today. Our all-encompassing historical study of the country will be added to the students’ everyday interactions in Latvia. Combining these elements, each student will form their own complete view of this very different country. If the course succeeds, it will make each participating student a more informed and worldly member of American society and global civilization.

Course Leader: Dr. Richards Plavnieks, rplavnieks@flsouthern.edu

Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor by 11/29/26

Junior Journey Course Cost: $2,067
Regular Course Cost: $4,067

May 9 - May 22

Europe - Multi-Disciplined

Semester: May 2027

FSC 1998 - 1 Credit Hour

This course is designed as a junior journey trip to familiarize students with Türkiye’s history, nature, culture, and people. Türkiye, as the home of many civilizations, is located like a bridge between the European and Asian continents and presents a unique setting to visit due to its remarkable historical sites, natural wonders, delicious cuisine, and diverse cultural heritage. Hence, it is historically one of the most visited destinations (currently ranked 4th) for vacation. Students will visit several ancient ruins, architectural marvels, vibrant cities, and stunning landscapes, and rest in and enjoy 4-5-star luxury hotels. Through their daily interactions, observations, and discussions, students will have an engaging learning experience in a highly diverse country and broaden their global self-awareness about the world's social, cultural, natural, and economic diversity. They will learn more about old empires (Roman, Seljuk, Ottoman), Anatolian states and cultures, and the modern Republic of Türkiye. This may be the perfect opportunity in a lifetime: Discover the Magic of Western Türkiye (Turkey)!

Course Leader: Dr. Mel Küllü, mkullu@flsouthern.edu

Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor by 11/29/26

Junior Journey Course Cost: $4,494
Regular Course Cost: $6,494

May 9 - May 21

Europe/Mediterranean - Multi-Disciplined

Semester: May 2027

EDU 3998 - 1 Credit Hour

Experience the best of coastal Croatia on an unforgettable adventure along the stunning Adriatic Sea! Explore the vibrant city of Split, wander the historic streets of Trogir, and discover breathtaking islands as you hop between crystal-clear waters, hidden beaches, and charming coastal towns. Swim in turquoise bays, explore ancient Roman landmarks, visit spectacular waterfalls, and enjoy authentic Croatian food and local traditions. Go beyond the typical tourist experience through service-learning opportunities, engaging with local communities, visiting a local university, and gaining a deeper understanding of Croatian culture and everyday life.

Course Leader: Dr. Mijana Lockard, mlockard2@flsouthern.edu

Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor by 11/29/26

Junior Journey Course Cost: $3,283
Regular Course Cost: $5,283

Mar 6 - Mar 13

North America

Semester: Spring 2027

MUS 1998 - 1 Credit Hour

Participants in this Junior Journey will explore New York City as a center of American music, performance, art, history, and cultural exchange. Through live performances, museums, historic sites, neighborhoods, and other cultural experiences, students will examine how the people and communities of New York have shaped American artistic and cultural life.

Course Leader: Ms. Jenny Heidtman, jheidtman@flsouthern.edu

Junior Journey Course Cost: $1,296
Regular Course Cost: $3,296