Women's Studies Study Abroad Programs in Mexico

It is hard to write a short review for my time in Mexico because of how big of an experience it was-- not only because of how much I learned from professors and community members alike, but also from the sheer amount of fun and changes in perspective I was able to have in the short 4 months. Before I left for this study abroad experience I was terrified; I didn't know the language, or anyone else who was going, I had no frame of reference for what it was going to be like, and I was afraid that I would be so out of my comfort zone that I wouldn't have any fun. However, I felt right at home within the space that the professors and staff of Augsburg have worked so hard to create in order to make every student feel safe and welcome. There is a great emphasis on community and care for one another which can be felt through every aspect of this experience. Of course it was challenging at times, but the challenges were incredibly rewarding and allowed me to learn more about myself, others, and the world than I ever could have hoped (along with the help of my peers, who are now life long friends). I feel so lucky to have been a part of this program and hope that more students will take the leap and allow themselves to be cared for, inspired, and taught by everyone who works hard to make this such a special opportunity.

This experience was really good. Having all my courses in Spanish and learning so much about Mexican history and a bit about how it interrelates to other Latin American countries' history as well as to the U.S. was really important. It was amazing to get to talk to so many community members, organizers, teachers, activists, and more to learn first hand what they saw and experienced as Mexico. Language wise I thought it was going to be a more immersive program, and I was still able to improve my Spanish greatly and learn a ton about different Mexican cultures.

I overall had a wonderful experience in Mexico. I would definitely recommend this program to other students. The staff is very friendly and nice. The host families are awesome! overall great. Plus the food is amazing.