Mexico City Program
Enriching Perspectives: Immersive Studies in Mexican Culture and Language
This course offers participants the opportunity to immerse themselves in the culture, history, and language of Mexico. Through a combination of online instruction, experiential learning activities, and cultural excursions, students will gain a deeper understanding of cultural awareness. Earn 1.5 CEUs!
Program Objectives
- Cultural Immersion: To provide participants with an immersive experience in Mexican culture, allowing them to gain a deeper understanding of its traditions, history, language, and customs through firsthand experiences.
- Cross-Cultural Competence: To foster the development of cross-cultural competence among participants, enabling them to navigate diverse cultural contexts effectively and respectfully, both in Mexico and in their future endeavors.
- Academic Enrichment: To enhance participants' academic learning through the integration of experiential learning opportunities, such as site visits, cultural activities, and interactions with local experts, complemented by an online course on Global Competence.
- Personal Growth: To promote personal growth and self-awareness among participants by challenging them to step out of their comfort zones, adapt to new environments, and embrace cultural differences with an open mind and positive attitude.
- Global Citizenship: To cultivate a sense of global citizenship and social responsibility among participants, encouraging them to critically reflect on their own cultural perspectives and societal values while engaging with diverse communities in Mexico.
- Program Evaluation and Improvement: To solicit feedback from participants throughout the program and upon completion, in order to continuously evaluate and improve the program's structure, content, and delivery methods, ensuring its relevance and effectiveness for future cohorts.
Program Overview
Group Cultural Excursions
Experience Mexico City's vibrant history and culture through guided tours of iconic landmarks and interactive cultural activities. Each day enriches your understanding of this capital city, whether you're fascinated by ancient ruins, colonial architecture, or improving your language skills in an authentic setting.
Independent Travel & Research
Participants will have the opportunity to explore Mexico independently, allowing for a personalized journey through the country's diverse landscapes, cities, and cultural sites. This self-directed exploration serves as the foundation for gathering research essential to completing assignments and projects. It ensures a comprehensive learning experience that integrates academic rigor with authentic cultural immersion. Engage firsthand with local customs, languages, and daily life, gaining a deeper appreciation for Mexico's rich cultural diversity.
Asychronus Online Course
Following the travel segment, participants can finish the remaining assignments and projects at your own pace, drawing from the research conducted during your independent travel.
This online component complements the experiential learning gained during travel.
Program Requirements
- Must be a US Citizen, Permanent Resident or DACA Recipient.
- Applicants are required to demonstrate a clear criminal history.
- Attendance at scheduled excursions is mandatory for all participants.
- Participants are required to possess a valid passport with an expiration date no more than six months from the commencement of the program.
- Must be 21+ years of age to participate.
Earn CEUs
CEUs are available from The University of Arizona office of Continuing & Professional Education. *Participants are encouraged to consult with their respective academic institutions to ascertain the applicability of the CEU units earned towards their degree program requirements.
Program Fee
$950
The program fee includes the following:
- Advance Parole Assistance
- One-on-One Academic Support
- Transportation Coordination
- Cultural and Academic Excursions
- Accommodation for program days
- Meals on Program Days
- Entry Fees to Academic and Cultural Sites
- Online Course
- CEU Transcript
The program fee does not cover the USCIS Advance Parole Fee ($630).
Upon acceptance into the program, a non-refundable deposit of $350 is required to secure your place. The remaining $600 can be paid upfront or through a payment plan of your choice.
*Approval of a program for CEUs does not indicate that the University of Arizona approves, sponsors, or endorses the program
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