Fulbright Scholar To Present About Spain Nov. 19

"Imagine a place where ancient history meets modern innovation, where every meal is a celebration, and every fiesta tells a story—come discover why Spain is a must-see destination for culture, passion, and adventure."- Fabian Bizcocho

Global Insights continues the 10th year of programming with Fabian Bizcocho presenting about Spain on Nov. 19 beginning at 11:30 a.m. in the Rose Room,. Brennan Hall 509. Registration is required. 

Bizcocho graduated in translation and interpreting, with the combination of languages of Spanish, English, Catalan and Chinese in the Autonomous University of Barcelona, after which he took a master's program in English and Spanish. "While taking my degree, I had the opportunity to take a year abroad and improve my Chinese, hence why I took a year in Taiwan National University, the most prestigious in the country." 

He currently teaches Spanish 101 and 201 at the University.

During his presentation, Bizcocho will discuss the origin stories of various Spanish traditional festivities, for instance, Semana Santa, which he said takes place for a week, "a representation of Jesus' life."

"I love fairs in my region, Andalusia. They are defined by the beautiful flamenca dresses for women, tents in which people drink, eat and of course, dance a lot!" Bizcocho says he loves to travel in Spain as it is diverse in climate, cultures, languages and people. 

Bizcocho enjoys playing video games and worked as a journalist for a gaming online magazine.

This program is sponsored by The Office of Global Education, and co-hosted with the Office of Equity and Diversity, the Cultural Centers and Office of Residence Life.

For more information, please contact international@scranton.edu or 570-941-4841.

Fabian Bizcocho, shown, will present about Spain on Nov. 19 at the final Global Insights presentation of fall semester.