Mexico Study Abroad Reflections: Comprehensive Reviews of Past Programs

I learned to have more confidence in my Spanish abilities. This experience was definitely worthwhile in that I gained humility, confidence, encouragement, constructive criticism, and the motivation to continue in my studies. I certainly faced challenges but when I overcame them I felt inspired to seek bigger and better adventure... Becca F - University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

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I don't even know where to start as a response to this question. This experience has transformed my whole future, taught me so many important lessons, opened my eyes to another level of possibilities and given me some of the best friendships I have ever had in my life. I have achieved my dream of being fluent in Spanish. I have ... Mary M - Benito Juárez Autonomous University of Oaxaca

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I got to practice my Spanish a lot! I also LOVED Oaxaca. It is absolutely beautiful, and I want to return there for sure! Meaghan M - University of Calgary

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While abroad, my Spanish skills improved. I also learned a lot about the culture of the city. I was absolutely worthwhile! A student - Walt Whitman High School

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I learned that we are all more alike than different. I learned the language. It was worthwhile. A student - Berea College

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I learned Spanish, how to make some Mexican foods, how to Latin dance, and a brand new and exciting culture! I met people I will keep in touch with for the rest of my life and discovered that I really can live in a foreign country on my own and be just fine. I learned a lot more than this, but it would take forever to tell every... Meaghan W - Brigham Young University

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It was worthwhile! I made friends I know I'm going to stay in touch with and learned a language that will help me in the future! Brandi M - University of Kentucky

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Great to learn about a different culture and their customs. beau.parker.5 - Texas State University-San Marcos

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It was SO worthwhile. I'm excited to get back to Oaxaca and see my friends. I met some of the kindest and most resourceful people during my time abroad. Every time I look at my pictures I really miss it. Julia Z - Wagner College

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We learned LOTS of Spanish, enough to no longer be afraid to use it when interacting with native speakers. That was huge for us! We also learned so much about Oaxaca and the wonderful people there and how families live from the cultural programs and from the host family. A student - University of California - Berkeley

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I learned independence, responsibility, language skills, and how to do research. Jonathan W - Brigham Young University

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I gained a lot of knowledge in Spanish and just adjusting and living amongst other cultures Summer S - University of California - Riverside

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If I could do the experience all over again I would and I wouldn't change a thing, okay maybe the excursion to Sierre Norte, but that's it. Honestly I wish the program would have lasted longer because there isn't a day that goes by that I don't wish I wasn't back in Oaxaca, Mexico. The culture, the people, the food, the atmosphe... Jasmine H - Morgan State University

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