International Study of Nicaragua-Life Changing Past Review
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University of Northern Iowa: Managua - UNI Winter Capstone Socio-Economic Reality of Nicaragua
It makes me want to learn about cultures other than mine. It makes me appreciate my life and what I hold important to me.
Personal Information
How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 0-2 weeks |
Review Your Program
* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
I enjoyed the difference in teaching methods from iowa to nicaragua. Visiting the disability school was an eye opener because I have never been able to attend something like that in the past. |
* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
My expectations were met 100%. We were able to have access to a phone at the beginning of the trip which was nice to let loved ones that we arrived safely. Also there was wireless connections at the hotel that I could pick up on my ipod and access the internet for email. |
* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
Only thing I didn't enjoy was the cold showers |
* Food: |
Tip Top was a way good restaurant and pizza hut so it isn't such a culture shock |
* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
I really enjoyed House of Hope |
* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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* Safety: |
N/A |
If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
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Finances
* Money: How easily were you able to live on a student's budget?
(1 = not very easy/$200+ on food & personal expenses/week, 2.5 = $100/week, 5 = very easily/minimal cost) |
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Language
If applicable, to what degree did your living situation aid your language acquisition? |
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Other Program Information
* Where did you live?
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* Who did you live with?
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A Look Back
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | Makes you appreciate the little things take it all in and enjoy it while you are there becasue I wish I could attend it again |