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What are the Best Places to Study Abroad in Latin America?
If you’re reading this, you’re probably ready to take your college experience to the next level with an extraordinary study abroad adventure. What better way to do than by discovering... keep reading
Study Abroad in Latin America: The Ultimate Guide
Deciding where to study abroad can be as thrilling as it is daunting, especially with so many amazing Latin America study abroad programs and countries to choose from. We get... keep reading
10 Best Study Abroad Programs in Latin America
Ready to swap your textbooks for tropical adventures and your school’s campus for colorful cities? Then pack your bags because studying abroad in Latin America is your ticket to an... keep reading
Costa Rica vs. Argentina: Which is Better for Study Abroad?
Imagine yourself sipping mate in a bustling Buenos Aires café or lounging peacefully in a hammock overlooking Costa Rica's lush rainforests. These contrasting scenes represent just a glimpse of the... keep reading
Santiago vs. Buenos Aires: Which is Better?
When it comes to choosing a study abroad destination in Latin America, two cities often come to the forefront: Santiago, Chile study abroad, and Buenos Aires, Argentina study abroad. Both... keep reading
Top 20 Argentinian Slang Words and Phrases You Must Know
Heading to Buenos Aires, the cosmopolitan capital of Argentina? If so, now’s the time to brush up on your lunfardo or Argentinian Spanish slang! Mastering the Spanish language goes beyond... keep reading
Tips for Studying Abroad in Buenos Aires, Argentina
By: Lauren Jablon 1. GO EASY ON YOURSELF. Studying abroad, while it sounds amazing, has its ups and downs. Feelings of homesickness are completely normal and everyone experiences them at... keep reading
Argentinian Culture: The Kiss, Language, and Time
By: Josie Stephens The Kiss One cultural behavior Argentinians take part in is the kiss (beso) on the cheek. In the US, typical greeting behaviors are a handshake or a... keep reading
Safety in Buenos Aires Argentina
By: Josie Stephens Like many other major cities, pickpocketing is one of the biggest (if not, the biggest crime) in Buenos Aires. However, it is worse here than in other... keep reading
Finances in Buenos Aires, Argentina
By: Josie Stephens When visiting Buenos Aires, there are certain things you need to be aware of and certain steps you should take when it comes to obtaining and spending... keep reading
Public Health Study Abroad: Everything You Need to Know
If you’re majoring in public health, or if the subject is related to your studies in some way, save this post. You can even bookmark this piece if you’re simply... keep reading
Popular Argentina Hand Gestures
A large part of the Argentine population are descendants of Italian immigrants, who came to this country during the late 1800s and early 1900s. You can see the Italian influences... keep reading
Different Types of Housing while Studying Abroad
By: Elizabeth Huber Hi friends! Today, I want to write about the different types of housing options that I experienced in my time abroad and give you some on insight... keep reading
The Argentinean delicacy par excellence: alfajores (pastries)
One of the first experiences students immerse themselves in when they arrive in Buenos Aires is the food. Some are pleasantly surprised, others find it a little more difficult to adapt. However, one thing that no one fails to do is to try everything: sweet, savory, on foot, in a long after-dinner conversation. Food is a central part of Argentine culture. And if we talk about sweets, the famous alfajor is a must. Now, when newcomers ask us what is an alafajor? The answer is not so easy.
Building transformational leaders
By Professor Bruno Nunes During this Spring block II, in the Transformational Leadership Across Culture course we’ve explored the different political, economic and social leaders and leadership styles, skills, traits... keep reading