The Trinity-in-Santiago Global Learning Site in Santiago de Chile offers students an urban context in which to explore five different thematic tracks, each of which entails academic study and an internship experience in Spanish. Students in all tracks enroll in a specifically designed interdisciplinary core course that introduces Trinity students in the program to the history, culture, economy, art, and political system of Chile. Students earn 1.5 in-residence credit for the core course of the selected track, and enroll in one or more additional elective courses for transfer credit. In-residence credit is earned for the interdisciplinary core course, the core course in the chosen track, and an internship related to the track.

The five thematic tracks are: (1) Human Rights (2) Gender (3) Ethnicity (4) Arts & Culture (5) Government & Politics. Students enroll at the Universidad de Chile, the principal research institution in the country. For their elective(s), students can choose from a broad range of courses in all disciplines, as well as from a variety of interdisciplinary offerings.

All courses are conducted in Spanish. To gain admission to the Trinity-in-Santiago program, students must demonstrate an intermediate level of proficiency (equivalent to passing Spanish 202) at the time of application. If necessary, students can undertake further preparation in the Spanish language and culture, either before departure, during the summer, or even while in Santiago. Applicants will be interviewed by Trinity-in-Santiago GLS faculty to determine whether they have the necessary language proficiency. Those students accepted for the Santiago program who require further language training will receive assistance in finding an appropriate language program to ensure that they acquire the necessary proficiency.

After completion of exams in Santiago, students will travel for one week each to Buenos Aires and Montevideo for an introduction to the cities, cultures, histories, politics, arts, and human rights issues in Argentina and Uruguay. Upon returning to campus at Trinity, students will be expected to prepare a report or other  presentation for the Trinity community. This exercise will enable students to summarize their learning experiences in a more academic setting, to share it publicly for open debate and discussion, and to promote the importance of multicultural experiences within the College generally

Trinity-in-Santiago is offered in both the Fall and Spring semesters.

Trinity-In-Barcelona Global Learning Site

Trinity’s Global Learning Site in Barcelona offers thematically related study-away opportunities in two distinct subjects: Hispanic Studies and Studio Arts. Although each track has its own program of study, it is possible for students with an interest in both tracks to combine courses from each to create an individualized program of study.

All students study intensive Spanish at the start of the semester and enroll in a joint core course entitled “Barcelona – the Global and the Local,” that brings the two tracks together by examining the city and culture of Barcelona and Catalonia. Students live in home-stays with Spanish families and they have access to the Trinity College space in Barcelona, which is equipped with computers and wireless internet. The program offers a comprehensive orientation and field-trips throughout the semester, including a visit to rural Catalonia and a trip to Madrid. Students also attend a Barça soccer match, visit local museums, and participate in cultural activities.

Trinity-in-Barcelona is offered in both the Fall and Spring semesters. Students can also study on the program for a Full Academic Year. Grades for all courses taken by Trinity students at the Barcelona Global Site calculate into their GPAs in the same manner that they do in Hartford.