Pura Vida, By Design Deconstructing a Study Abroad Success Story

A behind-the-scenes "deconstruction" webinar. We’ll tell the story of the 2025 faculty-led Costa Rica culture program, then work backward to reveal how Study Abroad Association actually built it in conversation with Seton Hill University's study abroad office. In this session, Study Abroad Association will completely take apart our 2025 faculty-led program in Costa Rica. The process will begin where the students do by looking at the story, including the key moments, the culture, and the 'why' behind what made this program an impact. From there, we will move backward and show how the program was put together: the partnerships involved, the logistical arrangements, the collaboration among the faculty, and the compromises that shaped every aspect.