Esther Morante, Senior Housing Coordinator

As Senior Housing coordinator at CEA CAPA Seville, Esther is responsible for managing all aspects of Center housing, including selecting and maintaining a network of relationships with local constituents to offer a variety of housing options that provide the best housing experience for all program participants. She works to ensure housing quality and host families' engagement. Esther advises students on issues related to housing, the adaptation process, and making the most out of their study abroad experience. She also supports the Student Services department.

Prior to joining CEA CAPA, Esther taught English as a foreign language and worked in the tourism and hospitality industry. Esther holds a B.A. in English Language and a Master’s Degree in Teaching in Secondary Schools, Vocational Training and Language Centers from Universidad de Sevilla. She is a native speaker of Spanish, speaks fluent English, and has also studied French and German. Esther studied abroad in France and Northern Ireland, a life-changing experience that increased her interest in other cultures. Esther feels that studying abroad influences students' career paths, worldview, and self-confidence, all while helping them better understand their own cultural values and biases.