Leadership, Community, and Global Citizenship: Lessons from the Camino de Santiago
Join Dr. Charles Harrington and Mr. John Montemayor on this unique study abroad program that will keep you moving through Spain! Walk one of the world’s most famous pilgrimages, the Camino de Santiago, in northwest Spain which has been used as an ancient path for over a thousand years. Students will not only engage in the physical experience of walking the Camino, but they will engage with local cultures, historic landmarks, and scenic landscapes along the way. The journey provides a perfect blend of academic learning, personal growth, and cultural exploration.
Students will enroll in IDST U401: Topics in Interdisciplinary Studies for the spring semester of 2025 (3 credit hours). The course will taken place during the 2nd half of the spring semester.
*Program details are subject to change.
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Departure: May 12,2025
Return: May 20, 2025Dates are subject to change.
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Program Fee: $3,100
Fee includes: Airfare, housing, breakfast & dinner, in-country transportation, health & travel insurance, local support from tour provider.
Fee does not include: spring tuition, some meals, trip delay/cancellation insurance, optional excursions.
Payment Schedule:
Deposit: $500 – Due January 30, 2025
First Payment: $1,300 – Due March 1, 2025
Final Payment: $1,300 – Due April 1, 2025 -
Day 1: Arrive in Spain and transfer to Sarria.
Day 2: Walk from Sarria to Portomarin – 13.6 miles (22 km)
Day 3: Walk from Portomarin to Palas de Rei – 13.6 miles (22 km)
Day 4: Walk from Palas de Rei to Melide – 8.7 miles (14 km)
Day 5: Walk from Melide to Arzua – 8.7 miles (14 km)
Day 6: Walk from Arzua to Amenal – 14.2 miles (23 km)
Day 7: Walk from Amenal to Santiago – 9.9 miles (16 km)
Day 8: Depart Spain to Return HomeProgram details are subject to change.
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Students interested in applying to this program should email studyabroad@uscupstate.edu to receive the necessary documents. Virtual or in-person advisement may also be requested to discuss any issues related to study abroad.
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Program Leader: Dr. Charles Harrington
Email: harring7@uscupstate.eduProgram Leader: John Montemayor
Email: montemaj@uscupstate.eduStudy Abroad Advisor: Patrick McCleary
Email: studyabroad@uscupstate.edu