Mexico Readings and discussion course that will adress a variety of topics in modern culture in Mexico. Emphasis on the development of reading comprehension and writing skills in Spanish. The focus, however, will be on the student s development and successful completion of individual field research projects. The students will share their experiences in periodic progress reports. An essential part of the student experience is the homestay.
Participants live with Mexican families in Puebla.
They are provided with a private room and three meals per day. Generally, students are housed two per family. Public transportation is available for students who live too far away from the Language School to walk to class every day. Immersion in the culture through day excursions and weekend field trips is considered an integral part of the program. Overnight trips are planned for the first two weekends.