Cross-Cultural Courses All CC-CS study abroad programs are grounded in our philosophy of helping students to cross cultures, as we encourage them to venture from inside one cultural identity to find a comfortable place inside another.  The following courses have been developed to enrich students' comprehension of their transition into a new culture and guide them to seek maximum engagement in their host culture. Cultural Realities of Spain Seville Semester Programs Through observation, description, and analysis of their own experience in Seville, students develop a deeper understanding of cultural realities of contemporary Spain. In addition to readings, workshop exercises, and written assignments, including journaling, students are required to participate in an intercambio and are encouraged to further participate in culture through volunteer work, participation in sports or cultural groups, internships, or course work at Universidad de Sevilla.     Social Realities of Spain Alicante Semester Programs Taught by the Resident Director, this course studies Alicante and Spain through historic and sociological readings and the students' own systematic analysis of Spain's social reality and their experiences within it. In addition to the readings, workshop exercises, and written assignments, students take part in an intercambio and are encouraged to find other means to direct cultural participation. Students further deepen their awareness and knowledge through completion of the Perspectiva, a final research project exploring a topic of contemporary interest, which is based on readings and interviews.     Cultural Realities of Argentina Córdoba Semester Programs Taught by Resident Director, this course seeks to guide the student through the cultural adaptation period, leading them to a profound analysis of their experiences in Argentina. Through discussion, journaling, and oral presentations students reflect upon their own adaptation with the eventual goal of integration into Argentine culture. Students explore Argentine culture, society, labor, religion, economics, and leisure, with the purpose of better understanding their own cultural journey and managing culture shock.