Jun 23, 2023 | Study abroad
Regina, an International Business major, won the scholarship to study in Oviedo, Spain.
When you entered Uni, did you know that there were international programs?
Yes, I was told about it in the talks to enter the Uni.
At what point and why did you start thinking about applying for a scholarship and studying in another country?
Since I entered college, since one of my goals was to do at least one exchange during my career.
Why did you decide to study in that country?
Because Europe seems very interesting to me and Spain is an available option for my career in that continent.
How was the scholarship application process?
Quite simple, the complicated part was to obtain merits to be eligible.
How did you prepare for this new experience?
I prepared myself a lot mentally as I had never been so far away from my family and friends for so long.
How did you feel when you arrived in the new country?
I was very excited to get to know my new city, the university and make many new friends from all over the world.
How have you been received at the university where you arrived?
Good, although I would have liked them to accompany us a little more in the adaptation process. UniOvi does not have, like Uni, a dedicated department for foreign students, you receive very little guidance from managers and professors and we had to discover the dynamics within the university on our own.
What do you miss the most about Mexico and UNI?
From Mexico I mainly miss my family, my friends and the food. From Uni I miss the way classes are taught, the educational system and the evaluation system.
What is the most exciting thing you have experienced so far in this experience? And the most difficult?
The most exciting thing was being able to take advantage of the free time and having the opportunity to travel and get to know new countries.
The hardest part was undoubtedly becoming a much more independent person, as now I had to take care of myself, take care of the apartment, the food, the cleaning, etc., which is not something I was used to in Mexico.
How do you think this experience will influence you as a person and professionally?
This experience definitely altered my point of view about the world, and I am going home with thousands of new perspectives about life, the value of things, people, etc. An educated person, full of experiences and eager to continue knowing and learning, is something very valuable for both personal and professional life.
What advice would you give to those who are about to go on exchange to another country?
They should take advantage of any opportunity they have to travel or socialize or even learn something new, and they should seek a lot of support from people who have already gone on exchange to make it easier for them to adapt to the new city.
Would you recommend these opportunities offered by UNI to your colleagues?
Yes, they are very worthwhile.
Jun 20, 2023 | Study abroad
Paula Sofía is a Digital Design student and did an exchange semester in Ravensburg, Germany.
When you entered Uni, did you know there were international programs?
Yes, I knew about the existence of the programs, but I was not fully informed, then they told us and I was quite interested.
At what point and why did you start thinking about applying for a scholarship and studying in another country?
After they told us where we could go, the idea of doing a semester abroad really caught my attention and I decided that I would try to apply for the scholarship. It meant learning a lot of things and having new experiences.
Why did you decide to study in that country?
From the beginning, Germany was always my first choice; it attracted my attention, because the culture is totally different from ours and I was eager to learn from it, besides having the possibility of knowing more countries that would be nearby.
How was the scholarship application process?
It was easy to do, the follow-up was always good and we received help every time it was necessary to finish it.
How did you prepare for this new experience?
In school matters, maintaining a good average and keeping my cultural card up to date. In more personal matters, I decided to study a little of the language, prepare myself for the weather, and prepare myself mentally as well, since it would be the first time I would be so far away from home and for such a long time.
How did you feel when you arrived in the new country?
It was a mixture of many emotions, as I was very excited and happy to think of all that awaited me, ready to learn a lot and generate new connections, but, on the other hand, being so far away from home made me very homesick and I thought about how difficult it was going to be.
How have you been received at the university where you arrived?
At the beginning, the reception was good. After some time we were left a little bit aside, which was confusing and difficult.
What do you miss the most about Mexico and UNI?
The warmth and attention of teachers and classmates.
What is the most exciting thing you have experienced so far in this experience? And the most difficult?
The most exciting thing was having the opportunity to visit several countries close to where I was, both alone and with friends, and the hardest thing was being away from home and often feeling alone.
How do you think this experience will influence you as a person and professionally?
It influenced me in many ways, personally it made me grow in ways I could never have imagined, helping me to know how to resolve conflicts on my own, and professionally by making connections with people from many parts of the world.
What advice would you give to those who are about to go on exchange to another country?
Be well prepared, but, always keep in mind that, no matter how well prepared you are, many things may not go according to plan, and anyway, everything will be fine in the end.
Would you recommend these opportunities offered by UNI to your colleagues?
Yes, I would recommend this type of experience.
Jun 20, 2023 | Study abroad
Andrea is a student of Architecture and completed a semester at the Universidad Piloto de Colombia. Bogotá, Colombia.
When you entered Uni, did you know that there were international programs?
Yes.
At what point and why did you start thinking about applying for a scholarship and studying in another country?
I was excited to learn how architecture is studied in other parts of the world.
Why did you decide to study in that country?
Because it was a great opportunity to learn more about Latin American culture.
How was the scholarship application process?
Exciting, from the announcements to the date the approval mail arrives.
How did you prepare for this new experience?
Carrying out university projects, always participating in volunteer work.
How did you feel when you arrived in the new country?
A lot of excitement about what the next few months would be like and how the routine would change and the new experiences I would have.
How have you been received at the university where you arrived?
Very good, the treatment was excellent, they were very cordial and were on top of things.
What do you miss the most about Mexico and UNI?
My family and friends, plus the spicy food.
What is the most exciting thing you have experienced so far in this experience?
Seeing the perspective of how daily life is lived and appreciated.
How do you think this experience will influence you as a person and professionally?
This experience definitely broadened my view of how architecture is perceived and how it can be applied in a variety of ways.
What advice would you give to those who are about to go on exchange to another country?
May they always go out and not waste time.
Would you recommend these opportunities offered by UNI to your colleagues?
Yes, of course.
Jun 20, 2023 | Study abroad
Blanca, an architecture student, studied for a semester in Bogota, Colombia.
When you entered Uni, did you know that there were international programs?
Yes, it was one of my main reasons for joining, the opportunity to study in another country.
At what point and why did you start thinking about applying for a scholarship and studying in another country?
In seventh semester, but because of pandemic it was complicated, so I decided to try it in my last semester.
Why did you decide to study in that country?
Colombia has a very interesting architecture and a very marked urbanist sense, they look for sustainability and proper functioning in their architectural projects.
How was the scholarship application process?
It was relatively easy, the indications are clear and always arrive in the mail, I made an effort to perform well in the race, it was a little complicated the acceptance, but that is part of the university where I did the exchange.
How did you prepare for this new experience?
I searched for as much information as possible about the university and the area where the university was located, researched about its culture and safety of the place.
How did you feel when you arrived in the new country?
It was exciting, it was different and a unique experience, an exchange (living in another country) completely changes your life and perception of where you are and you don't come back thinking the same way.
How have you been received at the university where you arrived?
Everyone was very friendly and helpful and commented that whatever we needed they were there to support us.
What do you miss the most about Mexico and UNI?
The food, the weather and the people, I feel that Mexicans are a little warmer. I missed the facilities at UNI, they are very different and we have more green and recreational areas, and my teachers.
What is the most exciting thing you have experienced so far in this experience? And the most difficult?
The most exciting thing has been getting to know Colombia and all its diversity, its changing fruits and climates, its hills and the good air quality.
The hardest part has been adapting to the food and the people in the capital, who are a bit cold and hurried.
How do you think this experience will influence you as a person and professionally?
Yes, it has definitely changed, I no longer see architecture in the same way and I understand the diversity that exists to work with and to know.
What advice would you give to those who are about to go on exchange to another country?
They should take advantage of every second, enjoy and learn as much as they can, soak up the city and its culture.
Would you recommend these opportunities offered by UNI to your colleagues?
Yes, I highly recommend it, UNI accompanies you and is always looking out for you and your stay in another country. Thank you!
Jun 20, 2023 | Study abroad
Adriana Guadalupe of Communication Sciences and Audiovisual Media completed a semester at Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana.
When you entered Uni, did you know that there were international programs?
Yes, I had a notion and that's why I also wanted to enter with more enthusiasm.
At what point and why did you start thinking about applying for a scholarship and studying in another country?
At all times, I had never left Mexico and I wanted to do it: to get to know another country.
Why did you decide to study in that country?
I have seen lectures given by Colombian people for my faculty and I was very excited to meet her.
How was the scholarship application process?
Efficient, despite filling out some paperwork, I feel I was able to resolve it well.
How did you prepare for this new experience?
I don't feel like I was prepared, I couldn't believe it yet, but I was watching videos of trips to this country and tried to soak up the culture before I arrived.
How did you feel when you arrived in the new country?
I felt very strange, but with a lot of emotion.
How have you been received at the university where you arrived?
They received me spectacularly, especially the educational quality is excellent.
What do you miss the most about Mexico and UNI?
I create the free gym at Uni.
What is the most exciting thing you have experienced so far in this experience? And the most difficult?
The hardest thing I think was missing the food in Mexico and the most exciting thing was all the didactics I had to do, it was a challenge but a lot of learning.
How do you think this experience will influence you as a person and professionally?
It complemented my professional studies in many ways, I was able to solve cultural and school problems, etc. I am more confident.
What advice would you give to those who are about to go on exchange to another country?
That they go, that they are encouraged to learn new things and experiences for their professional development.
Would you recommend these opportunities offered by UNI to your colleagues?
I have already done it and yes, 100%
