SUMMER PHOTO CONTEST WINNERS – WEEK 6
This week we asked for action shots so we can see our participants in motion exploring the United States. The week's photo contest category was
Week 2 Post 2: Life in Cotacachi
Life in Cotacachi is simple and straightforward. My family and I will wake up and at 7:30, have breakfast, feed the animals, and then do
Week 2 Post 1: A New Start at Cotacachi
Cotacachi rests on the high mountains about 60 miles north of Quito. You can see the clouds sailing closer to you the closer it is
Week 1, Post 3: Last Day with My Host Family
My time here in Quito felt endless due to the fun and loving family that was provided to me. We woke up and had our
Week 1, Post 2: Last Day of School
Finishing my one week of Spanish classes felt like finishing high school, relieved and accomplished. After completing 20 hours of intensive Spanish courses from Monday
Summer Photo Contest Winners – Week 5
Our participants have been working summer jobs in a variety of fun and interesting positions this season. This week's theme was "At Work," and we
Week 1, Post 1: My First Day Home
I still remember waking up to an email, giving me the chance to travel to Quito, Ecuador and live the culture and life. I counted
Week 4, Post 3: My Final Day in Quito
For my final day in Quito, my friends and I began our day at the coffee shop Juan Valdez, which is basically the Ecuadorian version
Cheesehead Factory Tour and Bastille Day Celebration
I had a great time with our Thai participants working at UW-Milwaukee at the world-famous Cheesehead Factory. Participants had the chance to learn about the