Tuesday, May 28, 2013
Going to Argentina HELP!!!?
Going to Argentina HELP!!!?
I'm an American student planning on studying in either Buenos Aires or Córdoba next year and i'm a little nervous. I'm planning on staying with a host family...i'm just worried about doing or saying something they might consider inappropriate or rude. Any one got any specific tips on what to do or not to do to make my stay less stressful for everyone..you know like specific cultural differences. Also is it possible i'm just freaking out and they would understand that i might not be familiar with their culture and forgive any incorrect etiquette? And for the record... *I happen to be very Catholic, which i hope would make some instances easier except for we still may practice the same religion slightly differently...but regardless i'm all for Catholic-based traditions and what not *i speak enough spanish that i will get by, i will struggle with it but it won't be long before i'll be comfortable speaking (i will probably have to be corrected and helped in the beginning)
Other - Latin America - 3 Answers
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look up things u need to know like what would insult them <3 http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=Ak.1f9dMWZOm5m7fsr55Mdbsy6IX;_ylv=3?qid=20090106180103AAsJyc3
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Remember to say thank you (a lot compared to the US) and always say buen provecho at the table. Also....try to keep your religious and political views at a bare minimum especially around other students and host families. 1. They may not want to hear it 2. Their views may be different and may not accept your views as you say you would theirs. Keep in mind they don't and haven't had the same rights as US citizens.
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Oh you dont have to worry that much!!! I am sure that if they accept you in their house is because they are prepared to this! I dont think there is something in particular that could offend them, just try to be polite, and say "gracias", "buenos dias/tardes/noches", "con permiso", "por favor", stuff like that. You can also help in the house by doing little things such as helpping with the food, or something like that. Maybe timetables will be differnt from what you are used to, try to respet them, but it also could depend from the kind of family it is... Anyway, Dont be stressed, ENJOY IT!! You will learn a lot, and they will learn from you! :)
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Tuesday, May 14, 2013
Moving to Buenos Aires Argentina from San Diego, CA?
Moving to Buenos Aires Argentina from San Diego, CA?
Hey everyone, I'm thinking about moving to Buenos Aires in a year and just had a few questions about the city, and moving abroad as a whole. Considering the rising economy, is BA still reasonably affordable? How's the diversity in BA (sexuality, ethnicities, spiritualities ect ect) Anyone have any experience at University of Buenos Aires as a foriegn student? Is BA a trendy place for expats? I -After further investigation, this subtle reputation turns me off. I'd like to find a rather bohemian place that's far away from American culture... If I arrive with 5,000USD at my disposal, could I afford living modestly (and as a student) with a part-time/full-time job. I obviously want to learn the Spanish language, and just be immersed in a completely different environment....the articles about Buenos Aries becoming a "haven" for expats just sours my dream a little bit. Or maybe I'm just envious of those who have already made the move.
Buenos Aires - 1 Answers
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Hey what's up. Well i am from Argentina (born there/lived in U.S my whole life). I am sorry but i don't know the prices or how it will be for a foreign exchange student. But. If you go on facebook. They have a group page for expats in Argentina. It talks about accommodations, groups, etc. The diversity in BA is reminiscent of Europe. Culturally the people have a high influence of Italian and Spanish. 90% of the people in BA are Italian, Basque, German, French, etc descent. The rest are Bolivian, Paraguayans with some Asian and Africans. The Spanish (Castellano) accent is a lot different from other LA countries, because of the massive Italian/European immigration. So it might be hard for a beginner. This is about all i can tell you. Good luck.
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Hey everyone, I'm thinking about moving to Buenos Aires in a year and just had a few questions about the city, and moving abroad as a whole. Considering the rising economy, is BA still reasonably affordable? How's the diversity in BA (sexuality, ethnicities, spiritualities ect ect) Anyone have any experience at University of Buenos Aires as a foriegn student? Is BA a trendy place for expats? I -After further investigation, this subtle reputation turns me off. I'd like to find a rather bohemian place that's far away from American culture... If I arrive with 5,000USD at my disposal, could I afford living modestly (and as a student) with a part-time/full-time job. I obviously want to learn the Spanish language, and just be immersed in a completely different environment....the articles about Buenos Aries becoming a "haven" for expats just sours my dream a little bit. Or maybe I'm just envious of those who have already made the move.
Buenos Aires - 1 Answers
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Hey what's up. Well i am from Argentina (born there/lived in U.S my whole life). I am sorry but i don't know the prices or how it will be for a foreign exchange student. But. If you go on facebook. They have a group page for expats in Argentina. It talks about accommodations, groups, etc. The diversity in BA is reminiscent of Europe. Culturally the people have a high influence of Italian and Spanish. 90% of the people in BA are Italian, Basque, German, French, etc descent. The rest are Bolivian, Paraguayans with some Asian and Africans. The Spanish (Castellano) accent is a lot different from other LA countries, because of the massive Italian/European immigration. So it might be hard for a beginner. This is about all i can tell you. Good luck.
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Tuesday, May 7, 2013
Im in love with an exchange student.?
Im in love with an exchange student.?
Ok well...heres the sitch, theres this guy from over seas, brazil/argentina way. Hes been here for awhile now and ive got to know him fairly well i spose. Well lately ive had a awesome crush on him...bad news...he leaves in a month...and i ask myself over and over again...why have i left it so late?! I want to tell him. And i want to be with him, he is gorgeous. Such a hunk, sweet and so so cute. Nicest guy you will ever meet nd i think he likes me too!! so what should i do? Leave it b'cos theres only a few weeks?? or make the most of it while it lasts?
Singles & Dating - 5 Answers
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I say give him a night to remember
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if you don't go for it, you will always wish you did!
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If you want to do something with him, grab it as you can but be careful because who knows you will feel hurt when he leaves. Or its not worth to do something about it because who knows you will meet other guy just like him, go for it than wait and be back off like you did to first one.
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My advice, find another crush. Unless you're willing to call him everyday internationally.... Long Distance relationships = crap.
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That's so sad! Poor thing, bet he has a hot accent too... I think I'd try and think of how hurt you're going to be when he goes if you do get together and if it's going to be loads then it might be best to try and save yourself the pain of it. But if you think you can go into it with your eyes open and just be able to enjoy the time you have together and accept it when he goes then what's the harm? Good Luck :o)
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Ok well...heres the sitch, theres this guy from over seas, brazil/argentina way. Hes been here for awhile now and ive got to know him fairly well i spose. Well lately ive had a awesome crush on him...bad news...he leaves in a month...and i ask myself over and over again...why have i left it so late?! I want to tell him. And i want to be with him, he is gorgeous. Such a hunk, sweet and so so cute. Nicest guy you will ever meet nd i think he likes me too!! so what should i do? Leave it b'cos theres only a few weeks?? or make the most of it while it lasts?
Singles & Dating - 5 Answers
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I say give him a night to remember
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if you don't go for it, you will always wish you did!
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If you want to do something with him, grab it as you can but be careful because who knows you will feel hurt when he leaves. Or its not worth to do something about it because who knows you will meet other guy just like him, go for it than wait and be back off like you did to first one.
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My advice, find another crush. Unless you're willing to call him everyday internationally.... Long Distance relationships = crap.
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That's so sad! Poor thing, bet he has a hot accent too... I think I'd try and think of how hurt you're going to be when he goes if you do get together and if it's going to be loads then it might be best to try and save yourself the pain of it. But if you think you can go into it with your eyes open and just be able to enjoy the time you have together and accept it when he goes then what's the harm? Good Luck :o)
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Wednesday, May 1, 2013
Studying/staying in Argentina?
Studying/staying in Argentina?
My Spanish is okay-- reading, writing and listening are no problem at all but I get a little stuck actually talking. I figure studying in a Spanish-speaking country for my undergrad would kill two birds with one stone, but I don't want to do exchange, I'd rather just straight up enter a school/university haha. I'd like as many years as I can get thank you very much! Seems like public universities and institutes in Argentina are free in terms of tuition, but my main concern is living expenses and room/board. Homestays that I've seen are a really good price but without any real way to work and no support from my own government (USA) it's hard anyway! How do foreign students not going through an exchange program usually handle paying for this?
Studying Abroad - 1 Answers
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easy :-) try www.best-student-exchange.com, I am sure they also have families from Argentina. Just contact them and arrange the exchange, all you have to pay for is the flight to Argentina. I went to Europe that way and it was the coolest thing I ever did!
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My Spanish is okay-- reading, writing and listening are no problem at all but I get a little stuck actually talking. I figure studying in a Spanish-speaking country for my undergrad would kill two birds with one stone, but I don't want to do exchange, I'd rather just straight up enter a school/university haha. I'd like as many years as I can get thank you very much! Seems like public universities and institutes in Argentina are free in terms of tuition, but my main concern is living expenses and room/board. Homestays that I've seen are a really good price but without any real way to work and no support from my own government (USA) it's hard anyway! How do foreign students not going through an exchange program usually handle paying for this?
Studying Abroad - 1 Answers
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easy :-) try www.best-student-exchange.com, I am sure they also have families from Argentina. Just contact them and arrange the exchange, all you have to pay for is the flight to Argentina. I went to Europe that way and it was the coolest thing I ever did!
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