The people of Buenos Aires are amazing! Past Review
By Joe M (MAM/MBA, College of Saint Scholastica) - abroad from 10/07/2012 to 10/20/2012 with
CEA CAPA Education Abroad: Buenos Aires, Argentina
This experience was increadibly worthwhile. I hope it was worthwhile for others that were involved in it as well.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 0-2 weeks |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
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This was the first time CSS had sent a group to Buenos Aires and from what I was told about the other study abroad programs this one was the best. The people at CEA were well organized and did a fantastic job of balancing the educational (business aspect) with the cultural aspect. This blend made this a great experience. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
I guess I have to say 5 stars as no healthcare issues arose |
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| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
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Finances
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* 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) |
I could have easily lived on a students budget, but chose not to as the duration of our trip was short and we tried to experience as much as possible. |
| * Was housing included in your program cost? | Yes |
| * Was food included in your program cost? | Yes |
| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | Not sure |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | It would be inexpensive to live in Buenos Aires, but it is expensive to "LIVE" in Buenos Aires |
Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | Yes |
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How much did the program encourage you to use the language?
0 = No encouragement, 5 = frequent encouragement to use the language |
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| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | None |
| How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? | Beginner |
| What was the highest level language course you had completed prior to departure? | High School Spanish |
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| Do you have any tips/advice on the best ways to practice the language for future study abroad participants? | Work to become fluent in the language, or make friends with someone that is. |
Other Program Information
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A Look Back
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | Too many things to list hear. I think one of the most important things I took away is about the people and their ability to remain positive. Economic crisis after crisis. They push through and become stronger. I wish I could have that much strength and positivity and it is something I am going to work for. |
Reasons For Studying Abroad
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The Academic or LinguistYou went abroad with specific academic goals in mind; the program credentials and rigor of your coursework abroad were very important to you. You had a great time abroad, but never lost sight of your studies and (if applicable) were diligent with your foreign language study. Good for you! |
