Arcos Learning Abroad in Oaxaca, Mexico

I led a Master's level social work 2 week learning immersion in partnership with Arcos. My vision of this immersion was to introduce students to practical applications of global servant work while interfacing with Indigenous, localized practices. Arcos was instrumental in the success of actualizing this vision in country. From the experiential learning activities with community members to engaged dialogue with NGOs, my students completed their time transformed. It was imperative that this learni...

Our Arcos director was very kind and great at guiding us around Oaxaca and recommending places to go. I loved my courses and felt that I was receiving the kinds of literature courses I was after. I felt challenged but that's what I came here for. My host family was great and I would definitely ask for them again if I were to come back. They were very kind and meeting their extended family was a great experience on Sundays. My advice is to come with a clear mind and forget what you think you know...