Jun 28, 2018 | No category
Enrique Ojeda fue becado Uni por un semestre en la Universidad de Lleida, en Cataluña, España.
When you entered Uni did you know there were international programs?
Si ya sabía, pues las ofertas internacionales que ofrecía la Uni fueron una de las razones por las que entre a esta universidad.
When you entered your career, did you think you would go to live and study abroad?
En realidad sí porque era un sueño que había estado persiguiendo desde ya hace mucho tiempo y por el que siempre luché.
Have you ever lived or studied outside of Mexico before?
No, jamás. Esta es mi primera vez y puedo compartir que ha sido una experiencia memorable donde conocí a muchas personas y conocí tantos lugares y aprendí tanto.
What prompted or motivated you to study in another country?
Mi impulsaba el deseo de aventura y de conocer algo nuevo. Mucha gente con la que he estado había platicado historias increíbles de este lado del mundo y me dije que, algún día, yo también contaría esas historias.
Why did you decide to study in that country?
Decidí estudiar en España por las múltiples recomendaciones que había recibido por parte de otros alumnos que habían venido a la Universidad de Lleida y porque, quería conocer el otro lado del mundo y su gran cultura.
How did you feel when you arrived in the new country?
Sentí mucha emoción y miedo porque había llegado a un lugar que no conocía de nada. Recuerdo que cuando llegué a el aeropuerto aquel día, estaba desesperado porque estaba solo y no sabía qué hacer, pero pasaron los días, luego los meses y todo fue mejorando.
How have you been received at the university where you arrived?
Me recibieron muy bien y siempre fui bien atendido en cuanto a todas las dudas que tuve, y el personal y profesores siempre fueron muy atentos.
What did you miss most about Mexico?
Lo que más extrañé de México son mi familia, mi casa y los amigos que dejé. Ahora que estoy muy lejos pienso en lo importante que es todo eso y que antes no lo valoraba. Le agradezco mucho a mis padres y a la Uni por la oportunidad.
What about the Uni?
Extraño los sistemas de calificaciones porque aquí en España es muy distinto a como estamos acostumbrados nosotros.
What is the most exciting thing you have experienced so far in this experience?
Lo más emocionante que he vivido en esta aventura fue conocer una de las ciudades de las que más hablan en películas y libros que es Londres. Es una experiencia que me dejó marcado y me enseñó que siempre hay cosas nuevas que descubrir y que debo agradecer por las cosas que me ha dado la vida.
And the hardest part?
Darte cuenta de qué estás solo y tienes que aprender a cocinar, a lavar y a cuidarte porque nadie más lo hará.
What do you expect as a person and as a professional from this program?
Espero que la universidad no deje de ofrecer oportunidades como ésta, motivando a los estudiantes para que participen.
Do you recommend these opportunities provided by Uni to your colleagues?
Bastante. He estado en varias llamadas con algunos amigos y cuando me preguntan ¿Qué se siente estar de intercambio? Yo siempre les digo que no hay forma de explicar, que esto se tiene que vivir!!
Jun 28, 2018 | No category
Daniela was awarded the Uni scholarship to study a semester of her Bachelor's Degree in International Commerce at the University of Oviedo in Spain.
When you entered Uni did you know there were international programs?
Yes, since I have been studying at Uni since high school and many classmates and professors told me that it was a very good opportunity both academically and professionally.
When you entered your career, did you think you would go to live and study abroad?
From the beginning it was one of my goals to go on exchange at least halfway through my degree, the only option I had from the beginning was Spain.
Have you ever lived or studied outside of Mexico before?
No, the opportunity had not presented itself to me.
What prompted or motivated you to study in another country?
More than anything, getting to know a new culture, facing new challenges, I liked the idea of getting away from all the routine, seeing what I was capable of, since many people want to go on exchange but don't have the courage to do it, and traveling and getting to know other countries more than anything else, and best of all, meeting friends from all over the world.
Why did you decide to study in that country?
Because I have always loved Europe, I am in love with its history and the richness of its countries, plus Spain is one of the countries that most attracted my attention to know, and when I saw that there was the opportunity, I took it.
How did you feel when you arrived in the new country?
The truth is that I was quite nervous and scared, since from the beginning we had problems to close a contract with an apartment. Other than that, the truth is that I was very excited, since I was dying to make new friends and travel.
How have you been received at the university where you arrived?
Everyone has been very nice and has helped us a lot to adapt to the university system.
What will you miss most about Mexico?
The chili, they don't have chili here and the one they do have is not very hot.
What about the Uni?
To my teachers, especially Cintya Vera and Iliana, and to my classmates, who are not only friends or teachers, but I consider them as a second family.
What is the most exciting thing you have experienced so far in this experience?
Meeting many people, seeing the snow for the first time in my life and getting to know the coast of Asturias a little bit, as well as trying surfing for the first time. Traveling alone too.
And the hardest part?
Arriving without a place to live and finding an apartment, doing more complex procedures on my own, starting to manage myself both financially and personally. To be more responsible and tolerant with other people.
What do you expect as a person and as a professional from this program?
To know myself better and see what I am capable of, to learn to live with people who are totally different from me and to see that, even though we are hundreds of kilometers apart, we have so many things in common. I learned to be more patient and responsible, and that I don't have to despair even if I'm under pressure.
Do you recommend these opportunities provided by Uni to your colleagues?
Of course, I think it is a very nice opportunity that everyone should have and the truth is that you see life from another point of view, that the world is bigger than you think, and simply you yourself are a world, that thanks to Uni you can know better.
Jun 27, 2018 | No category
Salvador ganó la beca Uni para estudiar un semestre de su Licenciatura en Global Business en Hallym University Corea.
When you entered Uni did you know there were international programs?
Sí, es una de las razones por las que decidí seguir estudiando en la UNI.
Did you think you would go live and study abroad in your first semester?
Siempre lo tuve en mente desde el primer semestre, era mi meta.
Have you ever lived or studied outside of Mexico before?
Había tomado algunos cursos pero jamás tanto tiempo.
What prompted or motivated you to study in another country?
Salir de mi zona de confort y conocer más personas de diferentes lugares.
Why did you decide to study in that country?
Conocer una cultura completamente distinta a la mía, donde ni siquiera es el mismo alfabeto. Quería desafiarme a mi mismo.
How did you feel when you arrived in the new country?
Estaba muy confundido, no sabía mucho del país, estábamos a -10 grados y no entendía lo que estaba pasando a mi entorno. A pesar de todo ello … muy emocionado!
How have you been received at the university where you arrived?
Muy bien, tanto maestros, compañeros y personal de la escuela han sido muy amables conmigo y todos los estudiantes de intercambio en general. No todos hablan inglés pero buscan la forma de ayudarte.
What will you miss most about Mexico?
Mi familia, amigos y los tacos.
What about the Uni?
Algunos de mis maestros, mis compañeros de clase y otros amigos.
What is the most exciting thing you have experienced so far in this experience?
Ir a varios lugares, empaparme de la cultura del país y conocer mucha gente. Me llena de alegría saber que cuento con amigos de muchas partes del mundo.
And the hardest part?
El alfabeto e idioma. Desearía poder hablarlo pero en verdad es muy complicado. Pensé que sufriría por la comida…… pero jamás sucedió eso!
What do you expect as a person and as a professional from this program?
Regresar con una mente más abierta, más consciente de no solo lo que pasa en Norte América y Europa sino también en un sector tan importante como el asiático. Además practicar idiomas porque en un futuro serán muy útiles.
Do you recommend these opportunities provided by Uni to your colleagues?
Cien por ciento recomendadas. Es algo que todos deberían experimentar, sea el destino que sea. Me tocó ver que hay veces que no disfrutan la experiencia por estar comparándolo con su país. Eso sí, tienen que ir con la idea que todo va ser diferente a México y muy enriquecedor.
Jun 27, 2018 | No category
Luis Enrique is studying psychology and was awarded a scholarship to study at the Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana in Medellin, Colombia.
When you entered Uni did you know there were international programs?
Yes, it was one of the reasons why I decided to pursue my studies at the institution.
In your first semester did you think you would go to live and study abroad?
No, I wasn't thinking about it, but I was listening to the testimonies of my classmates who left and I was curious to apply for the scholarship so I could go to study.
Have you ever lived or studied outside of Mexico before?
No, neither, it is the first time and it was a totally different and enriching change.
What prompted or motivated you to study in another country?
Mainly the experience of living abroad and getting to know how my career, the subjects, etc., is seen from a different perspective.
Why did you decide to study in that country?
The first reason is because I wanted to get to know that country, in terms of culture and customs, and the second was because several classmates told me about their exchange program and recommended the university for its excellent educational level.
How did you feel when you arrived in the new country?
I felt a series of emotions (happiness, nervousness, fear) I didn't know what would happen.
How have you been received at the university where you arrived?
Sarah, the person in charge of internationalization, is a very kind person and from the beginning she is attentive to you, the professors are the same, they help you, guide you and orient you about the classes and what to do in the city.
What will you miss most about Mexico?
What you miss most is family, friends and food.
What about the Uni?
At Uni I miss the professors and classmates, especially the way of working, which is completely different.
What is the most exciting thing you have experienced so far in this experience?
Meeting people from other countries, creating new friendships that support you during your stay, having the opportunity to travel and see new places.
And the hardest part?
I think the hardest thing is being away from home.
What do you expect as a person and as a professional from this program?
This experience helped me to grow in all senses (mentally and emotionally), it helped me to develop myself, to stand up for myself, to value things no matter how simple they are, but above all, to get out of my comfort zone, I hope this will help me to maintain the capacity and knowledge acquired to be able to take the next step in the labor area.
Do you recommend these opportunities provided by Uni to your colleagues?
Yes, I highly recommend it to all colleagues looking to live this experience, as it makes you grow as a person, and gives you a different view of the world, the country, but above all, the way to develop your skills and knowledge acquired in Mexico.
Jun 26, 2018 | No category
Rubén Ignacio estudia Ingeniería Automotriz en la Uni y recibió la beca para estudiar un semestre en Brasil.
When you entered Uni did you know there were international programs?
Sí, esa fue una de las razones por las cuales decidí inscribirme en la Uni.
Have you ever lived or studied outside of Mexico before?
No, es la primera vez que estudio y vivo fuera de México
What prompted or motivated you to study in another country?
La oportunidad de conocer una cultura nueva y aprender una lengua nueva así como desarrollar habilidades de adaptación.
Why did you decide to study in that country?
Porque era el país más indicado para ingeniería y también porque hablan otro idioma.
How did you feel when you arrived in the new country?
Me sentí un poco impotente ya que no hablaba nada de portugués pero al mismo tiempo estaba emocionado por todo lo que iba a vivir.
How have you been received at the university where you arrived?
Con los brazos totalmente abiertos ya que tienen un programa dedicado para estudiantes extranjeros y los profesores son comprensivos con sus alumnos extranjeros, están más que dispuestos para ayudar.
What did you miss most about Mexico?
Mi familia, mis amigos y la comida, viviendo en México nunca noté que tenemos una gastronomía única.
What about the Uni?
Mis compañeros de clase, los profesores y las instalaciones porque como la Uni no hay dos.
What is the most exciting thing you have experienced so far in this experience?
El primer día que llegué a Porto Alegre y también mi primer día de clases.
And the hardest part?
Ser capaz de entender las primeras clases en la PUCRS porque no dominaba al 100% el portugués
What do you expect as a person and as a professional from this program?
Tener una mentalidad más abierta y también una perspectiva diferente sobre los conocimientos de la ingeniería.
Do you recommend these opportunities provided by Uni to your colleagues?
La recomendaría totalmente ya que es una experiencia única en la vida la cual la UNI nos ofrece, no solo ayuda profesionalmente hablando sino también emocional y mentalmente.
Jun 26, 2018 | No category
Fatima is studying International Business at Uni, and during this semester she obtained a scholarship for a semester stay at Guangdong University in China.
When you entered Uni did you know there were international programs?
Yes.
In your first semester, did you think you would go to live and study abroad?
Yes, it was a future plan that I always had in mind since I started my career.
Have you ever lived or studied outside of Mexico before?
Not as long as this time.
What prompted or motivated you to study in another country?
The experiences you gain, growing as a person, learning a new way of life and
culture and learning about a different lifestyle from the one you are used to.
used to.
Why did you decide to study in that country?
China is a first world country and currently a world power.
economic, related to my career is the best option; it is very
interesting to see the big changes that occur when you are in a country
different from ours, especially to see the way in which they
think and see things from a different perspective than we do.
us in Mexico.
How did you feel when you arrived in the new country?
It was a mixture of fear, excitement, and uncertainty, where you had to
and realize that you were already literally on the other side of the
world.
How have you been received at the university where you arrived?
Very good, everyone has been very kind, they have been very attentive to
We, especially the Chinese teachers we had to deal with, have been great.
very nice people and they have helped us a lot since we arrived to
Guangzhou.
What did you miss most about Mexico?
Obviously being able to be close to my family and the food.
What about the Uni?
The environment, since it is different from here and, obviously, from my own.
colleagues and teachers.
What is the most exciting thing you have experienced so far in this experience?
From the moment you arrive, you start to experience a thousand things by the simple fact of
to be in a country different from our own, from the landscapes we see,
the challenge of learning the language, the teaching methods, another meal.
And the hardest part?
The language is something that sometimes gets complicated as you go out into the world.
and not all people speak English, they can't understand you when you're on the street.
When communicating with them in their language, you have to
and the food, you crave for a thousand different things.
things that are only found in Mexico.
What do you expect as a person and as a professional from this program?
After having this experience, I learned a lot, in the field of
professional I was able to understand from my own experience the way in which
Chinese culture thinks when it comes to business and what are their
priorities in the work environment, which will help me in the future.
Mexico is having a good commercial relationship with the United States.
with China and personally it is an experience that you will never forget.
helps you to grow a lot, to see things from a different perspective than you did before.
that you're used to, it makes you think and want to do something
to improve, even if missing certain things makes you value what you know and what you
has, however minimal it may be.
Do you recommend these opportunities provided by Uni to your colleagues?
Of course, these are opportunities which make you grow and learn a lot and
leave you with a good experience.
