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Reflections of a First-Gen in Buenos Aires
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Traveling to another country was never something I thought possible, especially not at this stage in my life. Being from a low-income background, the idea of international travel seemed like an unattainable dream. The expenses associated with it were daunting. For many years, both of my parents lacked proper documentation, which limited our ability to…
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Five Favorite Words I Learned in Buenos Aires
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A common response I got from other Spanish-speakers when I told them I would be studying abroad in Argentina was some approximation of “wow, how brave.” Argentina is notorious for its specific dialect of Spanish and distinct accent. With this came a wealth of new vocabulary, far beyond the Spanish I learned in school in…
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Internship in Buenos Aires: UAI Research Assistant Sofía Murgian
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Meet Sofía Murgian, an IFSA study abroad student from Colorado College, chose to intern at the Universidad Abierta Interamericana (UAI) to continue her training in neuroscience at the CAECIHS, Center for Higher Studies in Human and Health Sciences. Through the IFSA Study in Buenos Aires: Psychology and Neuroscience Program, Sofía worked for four months on…
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Providing First Aid in Rural Argentina as Part of an IFSA Internship with the Red Cross
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Sarah Hoffer interned with the International Committee of the Red Cross in Argentina as part of her IFSA program in Buenos Aires. This past weekend I went to the pilgrimage of Lujan and set up an aid station along the route with the Red Cross. This was definitely one of the coolest experiences I’ve ever…
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The Gifts of Approaching Friendships Out of Curiosity Rather Than Expectations
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During my time abroad, I have probably had coffee with dozens and dozens of people, a second “merienda” (snack) with half that many, and a third dinner with only a handful of people. At first the temporality of these relationships abroad scared me. Although, as a “people person,” some of my favorite moments have been…
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Here are some tips to help you save money while studying abroad in Buenos Aires:
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Studying abroad in Buenos Aires, Argentina, is an exciting experience! It can also be inexpensive if you’re wise with your money. As a low-income, first-generation college student, allow me to share some tips I have learned along the way to save money while having a high-quality experience. Here are some tips to help you save…
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How IFSA Buenos Aires Helped Me Fulfill My Backpacking Dreams
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Snow-capped peaks, rolling pampas, enormous glaciers, grand salt flats, booming nightclubs, the passion of 70,000 soccer fans, the tallest mountain in all of the Americas, waterfalls that dwarf the size and awe of Niagara Falls, and a people so warm and friendly you feel like you’ve been friends with them forever. Argentina has it all,…
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Adjusting to Cultural Norms in Argentina
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We may not realize it, but staring is taboo in the United States. Here, personal space dictates a standard halo of two feet, with arms, legs, and eyes inside that bubble. One of my U.S. professors told me Americans can’t make eye contact for five consecutive seconds without getting into a fight or having sex.…
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“En la Boludez”: How Buenos Aires Reignited my Passions
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“A ti te gusta boludear!” My tia, Tia Yeye, yells as I open the door, a chuckle emerging from her lips as I smile back at her. It was Tuesday, 9:10 A.M. in the morning, and I had class at 10:00 A.M. I tell her that I love her and I close the door, hopping…
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Are You Worried About Studying Abroad as a First-Gen Student?
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Being a first-generation college student means creating open opportunities for yourself. It means having to navigate uncharted territories and becoming familiar with the unknown. As a first-generation college student, I am committed to not limiting myself in the possibilities to explore the world, expand my horizons, and take advantage of the opportunities provided to me.…
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