Universidad de Guanajuato

This exchange program is sponsored by SDSU'S International Business Program and ISEP.
Contact Robert Carolin at the International Student Center for more information.

UNIVERSIDAD DE GUANAJUATO

Guanajuato, Guanajuato (pop. 100,000)
Language of instruction: Spanish
Academic year or semester exchanges
http://www.ugto.mx/

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Profile: The University of Guanajuato, with a tradition of more than 260 years in public education, has distinguished itself for its quality of teaching and students. The University's main campus is located in Guanajuato and its satellite campuses and schools are in the cities of Leon, Irapuato, Celaya and Salamanca, where the Schools of Medicine and Psychology; Agricultural Sciences; Business Management; and Mechanical, Electrical and Electronic Engineering are located. The University offers 47 graduate programs, 21 M.A.s, 17 specialties, and 5 PhDs.

On the main campus, the School of Mining, Metallurgy and Geology building contains an important Museum of Mineralogy and students are able to work in a mine very close to the school to gain first-hand experience. The Armando Olivares Library contains several collections of books that date back to the sixteenth century. These rare books make up a rich source for research. On the main campus there are also the small "Alfredo Duges" Natural History Museum and a small observatory.

The city of Guanajuato has numerous research centers and laboratories, many of these belong to the University and the others to Federal agencies, for example the CIMAT, a Mathematical Research Center, has a group of 35 researchers that also teach at the School of Mathematics.

Computer labs with Internet connections and cafeterias are available for students in most of the schools. Sports facilities are spread over the campus and the city and they include basketball, volleyball and tennis courts; baseball and soccer fields and a gym.

The University takes pride in its Symphonic Orchestra and many other varied musical groups. For example, Los Tiempos Pasados is a group that dedicates itself to medieval and renaissance music and there are other groups that interpret contemporary and electronic music. The University also participates in the famous International Cervantes Festival that annually invites artists from more than 30 countries in the areas of music, theater, dance, opera, cinema, art, exhibitions, and conferences.

Locale: The University of Guanajuato is nestled in the mountains of the capital city of the state of Guanajuato, both of which have the same name. It is difficult to separate the City from the University since they are so intertwined. The city of Guanajuato is relatively small and most of the city's life is centered on the University. The University considers the entire city its campus because its buildings are spread all over town. The School of Philosophy, History and Literature is, for example, housed in the former Convent of Valenciana.

Guanajuato is built in a canyon and has a spring-like climate most of the year with some rain in the summer. It is a colonial city and in 1988 was declared a Cultural Patrimony of Humanity by UNESCO because of its historic monuments and its varied cultural ambiance, which attracts many visitors and tourists as well as students, enriching the multicultural identity of the city.

Divisions: Natural and Exact Sciences (biology, biochemistry, chemical sciences, chemistry, computer sciences, mathematics, optics, pharmacy, physics, astrophysics, statistics); Engineering (agricultural, chemical, civil, electric, electronic and communications, environmental, food processing, geology, geomathics, hydraulics, mechanical, metallurgy, mining, physical); Health Sciences (medicine, nursing, psychology); Economic-Administrative Sciences (accounting, business management, economics, finance, human resource management, industrial relations, international commerce, management information systems, marketing, quality and productivity management, tourism management); Humanities & Social Sciences (education, educational administration, history, law, literature, philosophy, public management); Arts (architecture, design, graphics, music, painting, photography, printing lithograph, sculpture, site restoration); Languages (English, French, German, Greek, Italian, Japanese, Latin, Spanish).

Academic notes: Class attendance is required in order to receive credit. Tests and a final examination determine the final grade. Seven (7) is the minimum passing grade. Pre Hispanic, Mexican and Latin American culture and literature courses are offered for international students. Some undergraduate courses include short internships and practicums.

Language notes: Students must be proficient in Spanish. All courses are taught in Spanish. Summer intensive language courses are offered at the Language Center (not included in ISEP benefits). During the academic year students may take Spanish language with a reduced load of regular courses for no extra fee.

Room and board: There are no housing facilities available on campus. Housing is arranged with host families who provide 21 meals per week.

Exchange dates: Early August to mid-June, early August to mid-December, and late-January to mid-June.

Special conditions: Students must advise the ISEP Coordinator of their arrival plans. The orientation session for international students is mandatory and is offered each semester during the week before the beginning of courses.

MAASTRICHT UNIVERSITY     

Maastricht, Netherlands (pop. 120,000)

Language of instruction: Dutch, English 
www.unimaas.nl/

Arts and Cultures link 

Courses

Arts and Culture (European studies, visual culture, theory & history of humanity & nature, political culture, cultural analysis [theory, policy & management, theory & history of technological culture]); 

Academic Notes

Maastricht University uses a Problem-Based Learning (PBL) approach to teach all of its educational programs. Students are part of small study groups working on actual issues within the chosen subject, allowing them to develop their own interests and talents. Students analyze and discuss the problem. After conducting individual study of the issue, students reconvene to discuss their research. These meetings are supervised by a staff member or senior student to ensure that the discussions are of appropriate depth.

Students are limited to the Arts and Culture program on SDSU Exchange where all courses are taught in English. An introductory course on Dutch language and culture is provided at the beginning of each semester.

Special Academic Conditions

Students cannot earn a degree while on exchange.

Language Notes

Most programs offer courses taught in English. Dutch language courses for non-native students are available throughout the academic yea.

Program Dates

Academic year: late August to late June; Semester 1: late August to end of January; Semester 2: end of January to late June.

Housing and Meals

Students generally secure  single- or double-occupancy rooms in residence halls.  Details can be found at the housing website.

Profile

Founded in 1976, Maastricht University (Universiteit Maastricht) is the youngest Dutch university. Almost 13,000 students are enrolled, of which approximately 25 percent are international degree-seeking students. There are also about 600 non-degree foreign students.

The university library has a historic collection of books. There are a number of sports facilities for students and staff and student sports clubs for activities such as rowing, rugby, climbing and scooters. Also, Maastricht University has several general student clubs, international student clubs and faculty student clubs. They all regularly organize a variety of activities.

Location

Maastricht, the capital of the province of Limburg, is well known for its monuments and music, its culture and cuisine, the large numbers of cafes and boutiques. About 50 B.C., the Romans built a settlement on a place where the river Meuse could easily be crossed. Since then, Maastricht has been important crossroad. From an international point of view, Maastricht lies at the centre of Europe. The city is only five kilometers (three miles) from the border with Belgium, and 35 kilometers (about 20 miles) from Germany.

This exchange program is sponsored by ISEP.
Contact Robert Carolin at the International Student Center for more information.

INSTITUTO TECNOLÍGICO Y DE ESTUDIOS SUPERIORES DE MONTERREY (ITESM)

• Accredited since 1950 with the U.S. Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
• Spanish language studies may be combined with classes in other fields.

Language of instruction: Spanish
Summer exchanges only
http://www.sistema.itesm.mx/
Program for SDSU Participants

ITESM campuses:
Monterrey
Guadalajara
Mazatlán
Ciudad de Mexico
Querétaro

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Profile: Founded in 1943 by a group of Mexican businessmen and now considered one of the best universities in Mexico, ITESM is a 27-campus educational system with campuses in 26 cities. System-wide enrollment has surpassed sixty thousand students. Campuses in Guadalajara, Mazatlán, Mexico City, Monterrey and Querétaro are ISEP members. Fields of study include agriculture, architecture, computer science, food technology, management and Spanish. MBA students are also welcome on a trimester calendar. Applicants may study one term at one campus and transfer to another Mexican city for another term.

Academic notes: Class attendance is required in order to receive credit. Several partial tests and a final examination compose the final grade. Seventy (70/100) is the minimum passing grade, not less, as in most Mexican institutions.

Language notes : Although Spanish proficiency is necessary, ITESM offers several options to enhance students language fluency (included in ISEP benefits). An intensive, four-level Spanish language program is offered during six weeks in June-July at the Guadalajara, Monterrey, Mazatlýn and Querétaro campuses. Semester-long Spanish programs are also available at the intermediate and advanced levels. The latter may be taken in conjunction with classes in other fields.

Room and board: Participants will be housed in student residence halls unless otherwise requested. As no dormitories are available in México City and Querétaro, students will be placed with local families. For meals, weekly stipends or cafeteria tickets will be provided, depending on individual campus facilities.

Exchange dates: Semester 1: early August to December; Semester 2: early January to May

Monterrey (pop. 4 million)

Profile: The Monterrey campus has 44 buildings, including an experimental agricultural station; 16 residence halls; 6 cafeterias; athletic facilities; a theater; two computer centers; a library with 118,000 volumes; and 50 laboratories. There are also many cultural activities. Total enrollment: about 17,000.

Locale: Monterrey, the capital of the state of Nuevo Leon, was founded in the 16th century. Situated on a narrow plain between the Santa Catarina River and the Sierra Madre Oriental Mountains, it is an industrial and education center. It is 150 miles south of the U.S. border and 600 miles north of Mexico City.

Divisions: Administration and Social Sciences (business administration, economics, finances, international business, law, marketing, public accounting); Agricultural and Food Technology (agribusiness, agriculture, biochemistry, food technology, production, zootechnics); Architecture and Engineering (chemical, civil, electrical, electronic, electronics and telecommunications, industrial, mechanical engineering); Medical Sciences; Sciences and Humanities (chemistry, communication sciences, computer science, information sciences, industrial physics, Spanish literature); School of Graduate Programs and Research (business administration, manufacturing systems, electronics, computer systems, information systems, finance and marketing).

Academic notes: Areas of interest to ISEP participants include agriculture, architecture, computer science, engineering, food technology, management, Mexican culture, Mexican business and Spanish.

ITESM - Guadalajara

Guadalajara, Jalisco (pop. 5 million)

Profile: ITESM-Guadalajara offers a friendly, small campus of five buildings in a modern architectural style. Facilities also include a library, cafeteria, gymnasium and other sports facilities. Total enrollment: 2,000 students.

Locale: Nationally known as Mexico's ÒWestern PearlÓ and internationally recognized as Mexico's Silicon Valley, Guadalajara is the second largest city in the country. The city has benefited from all the best of Mexican history and culture and is rapidly becoming more sophisticated and cosmopolitan. Located in western Mexico in the state of Jalisco, Guadalajara is also the hometown of Mariachi music.

Divisions: Administration and Social Sciences (business administration, economics, finance, international business, marketing, public accounting); Engineering (chemical, civil, electronic and telecommunications, electronics, industrial, mechanical); Sciences and Humanities (communication sciences, computer science, information sciences); School of Graduate Programs (MBA).

ITESM - Mazatlán

Mazatlán, Sinaloa (pop. 600,000)

Profile: Established in 1983, the Mazatlán campus is one of the newest of the ITESM system. Traditionally it hosts students from throughout Mexico as well as Europe, South America, Canada and the United States. The small, friendly campus is located on 50 acres in suburban Mazatlán. The main building houses classrooms, a computer center, distance learning center and administrative offices. Other facilities include a library, cafeteria, a gymnasium/fitness center and other sports facilities. The campus also offers various outdoor recreational facilities. Total enrollment: 500 students (300 undergraduates).

Locale: Mazatlán, located on the Pacific Ocean just a few kilometers south of the Tropic of Cancer, is one of Mexico s major tourist and port destinations. This city of pristine tropical beaches rests on a peninsula jutting into the Pacific Ocean.

Divisions: Programs in Business Administration, Computer Management/Information Systems, and Hotel and Tourism studies are offered. The campus also offers the full program of basic studies required for 11 of ITESM's engineering majors and five of its administration majors.

Academic notes: The Mazatlán campus is an ideal location to pursue hotel and tourism studies, as well as Spanish, Mexican business and Mexican culture. Other areas of interest include management, computer science and engineering.

ITESM - Ciudad de Mexico

Mexico City (pop. 20 million)

Profile: Unique for the gigantic Cervantino chess board in its central gardens and a beautiful colonially-inspired architectural setting, the Mexico City campus of ITESM also offers many cultural activities. Seven new buildings house a student center, cafeteria, library and athletic facilities, among others. The campus is located in the southern part of Mexico City near the floating gardens of Xochimilco. Total enrollment: 5,000 undergraduates.

Locale: Mexico City, the largest city in the world, is the political, cultural, social and economic center of the country. With one of the largest subway systems in the world, getting around Mexico City becomes relatively easy and allows discovery of all the wonders of this Aztec-founded metropolis. Everything from museums, arts and fashion to entertainment and sports can be found here.

Divisions: Administration and Social Sciences (business administration, marketing, public accounting); Engineering (electronic and telecommunications, industrial, mechanical); Sciences and Humanities (communication sciences, computer science); School of Graduate Programs (MBA).

Academic notes: Areas of interest to ISEP participants include management, computer science and engineering.

ITESM - Querétaro

Querétaro (pop. 700,000)

Profile: The Querétaro campus of ITESM features typical colonial architecture reflecting the historic sites seen all over the city. The mid-sized campus of five buildings includes a library, cafeteria and several sports facilities. There is also an outdoor theater. Total enrollment: 2,100 undergraduates.

Locale: Querétaro, a dynamic and fast-growing city, is also one of the main centers of Spanish colonial architecture. Important as an historical center, it was the home of several national independence heroes. Today, its thriving industries include manufacture of tractors, lift trucks, sewing machines, automobile transmissions and food products. Location provides easy access to Guanajuato, San Miguel del Allende and Mexico City.

Divisions: Administration and Social Sciences (business administration, economics, finance, international business, marketing, public accounting); Agricultural and Food Technology (agriculture, biochemistry, food technology, production, zootechnics); Architecture and Engineering (civil, chemical, electronics, electronics and telecommunications, industrial, mechanical); Sciences and Humanities (communication sciences, computer science, information sciences, industrial physics); School of Graduate Programs (MBA).

Academic notes: Areas of interest to ISEP participants include agriculture, architecture, computer science, engineering, food technology and management. The summer session includes Mexican business, Mexican culture and Spanish courses.

This exchange program is sponsored by ISEP.
Contact Robert Carolin at the International Student Center for more information.

INSTITUTO TECNOLÍGICO Y DE ESTUDIOS SUPERIORES DE OCCIDENTE (ITESO)

• University renowned for its high academic standards, personalized attention from professors and friendly atmosphere.
• Opportunities to collaborate in field research centers in the University.

Guadalajara, Jalisco (pop. 5 million)
Language of instruction: Spanish
Academic year or semester exchanges
http://www.iteso.mx/
Course information

Profile: ITESO, founded in 1957, is administered by the Jesuits and characterized by its Christian tradition, humanistic style of education and social consciousness. Its campus, located outside of town away from the busy city, is surrounded by mountains, well-kept gardens and eucalyptus trees that bloom year round. Facilities include soccer fields, basketball and volleyball courts, two cafeterias, a gymnasium, a library, a small chapel and two outdoor stages. In addition, there are chemistry and photography labs, a computer center, radio and television equipment and a small observatory. There are also extra curricular activities like guitar classes, aerobics, tae kwon do, performance (theater), folk music at no extra cost. ITESO is a member of the universal communications systems, Internet and Bitnet. Total enrollment: 7,200.

Locale: Guadalajara, the second largest city in Mexico, is the capital of the state of Jalisco. It is considered a major industrial, commercial and financial center for western and central Mexico. It is the Mexican Silicon Valley. At the same time, Guadalajara has retained the charm of its past and boasts a wealth of colonial architecture and important cultural centers, such as the Degollado Theater and the Caba-as Institute. The city is known for its clear, sunny weather, with an average temperature of 55 degrees in winter and 89 degrees in summer.

Divisions: Architecture and Design; Business Administration and Economics (accounting, business administration, finance, industrial relations, information systems administration, international commerce, marketing); Engineering (chemical, civil, electrical and electronic, industrial, systems and computer, environmental, mechanical); Social Sciences (communications, education, law, psychology, international relations); Master's Programs in Human Development, Communication, International Commerce, Quality Engineering, Business Management, Industrial Electronics, Political Sciences. Phd: Philosophy of Education .

Academic notes: ITESO offers courses in all of the programs mentioned above. Students can participate in community projects in several fields, or internships in the local industry. ITESO's reputation as one of the strongest academic institutes in Guadalajara is due primarily to the quality of its architecture and engineering schools, as well as the social sciences research centers.

Language notes: All instruction is in Spanish. No pre-session intensive Spanish courses are offered at the institution, but they can be arranged in summer school. Language skills should be above the intermediate level in conversation, reading and writing. A minimum of five semesters of university-level Spanish language study is recommended.

Room and board: No housing is available on campus; housing for ISEP participants will be arranged with families in Guadalajara. Twenty meals a week will be provided. Arrangements for married students can be made.

Exchange dates: Early August to end of May, early August to early December, or mid-January to end of May.

This exchange program is sponsored by ISEP.
Contact Robert Carolin at the International Student Center for more information.

UNIVERSIDAD LA SALLE

• Ranked among Mexico's most prestigious private universities.
• Attractive, centrally located urban campus with easy access to all of Mexico City via public transportation.

Mexico City (pop. 20 million)
Language of instruction: Spanish
Academic year and semester exchanges
http://www.ulsa.edu.mx
Course information

Profile: Founded more than 30 years ago, La Salle has a student body of about 10,000 students including those at the preparatory, undergraduate and graduate levels. The central campus houses all schools except the School of Medicine which is located in the south of the city. Classrooms are supplemented by laboratories, workshops and a language center. There is one computer for every 20 students.

University facilities include 14 auditoria, a library with multi-media services and an art gallery, a gymnasium, outdoor swimming pool, ball courts, a cafeteria and snack bars. The university Cultural Center offers a variety of artistic activities, while the Center for International Education provides support services for foreign students and faculty.

Locale: La Salle's central location in Mexico City provides easy access to almost any part of the city. Two ÒmetroÓ subway lines are within a five minute walk and inexpensive bus and taxi service are at the nearest corner. The campus is within view of Chapultepec Castle and park, with its renowned Museum of Anthropology and other sites of interest. The Zocalo, which is the historical and government center of Mexico, the Paseo de la Reforma avenue and the touristy ÒPink ZoneÓ are all within 15 minutes of campus. A major urban center and capital for more than 1,000 years, Mexico City is one of the most interesting places on earth.

Divisions: Administrative Sciences (business administration, accounting and informatics); Architecture and Graphic Design; Chemical Sciences (chemical engineering, pharmacy, food chemistry); Education; Engineering (civil, electrical, industrial, mechanical, seismic and cybernetics); Law; Philosophy, Religious Sciences.

Academic notes: Academic fields most appropriate for ISEP participants include business administration; engineering, especially civil works and seismic engineering; chemical sciences; education, especially courses in family counseling and those of interest to bilingual teachers; and the division of architecture/graphic design, which offers courses in art history, fine arts and pre-Colombian art. Courses sometimes offered in English for foreign students include Mexican history, geography, sociology, political structure, anthropology, art, commercial and financial environment. These courses can be taken in conjunction with regular course offerings, but require a minimum enrollment of 10 students and are not included in ISEP benefits.

Language notes: An intermediate level of Spanish is required (equivalent to two years of university study). Students will be required to take a language exam just prior to beginning classes. Participants not meeting the proficiency requirement will have to enroll in Spanish language courses on a fee basis and obtain written approval for enrollment in regular courses.

La Salle offers an intensive three-week Spanish language immersion course in January, prior to the beginning of the spring semester, that provides 45 total hours of instruction. This course is not included in ISEP benefits. Tuition costs about USD $260 for the intensive program and USD $150 for the semi-intensive program (note: cost correct at time of publishing).

Room and board: Housing and meals will be provided by host families.

Exchange dates: August to June, August to December, and January to June.

Special conditions: Courses in medicine and graduate degree programs are not available; also availability of law courses is limited.

This exchange program is sponsored by ISEP.
Contact Robert Carolin at the International Student Center for more information.

UNIVERSIDAD DE MONTERREY (UDEM)

Monterrey (pop. 3.5 million)
Language of instruction: Spanish
Academic year, semester, or summer exchanges
http://www.udem.edu.mx and http://www.edumexico.org
Course Information: click here

Profile: Universidad de Monterrey (UDEM) was founded in 1969 by a group of representatives from five Catholic orders (La Salle Brothers, Marist Brothers, Sisters of the Immaculate Virgin of Guadalupe, Sisters of the Incarnate Word, Sisters of the Sacred Heart), local business people, professionals, and educators. Their goal was to build an institution of higher learning based on Christian beliefs and tradition, humanistic values and ideals, and social consciousness and awareness. Thirty years after its establishment, UDEM has forged a reputation as one of the finest private universities in Mexico attracting students from across the country. UDEM is recognized for its concept of holistic education (formacin integral), standards of academic excellence, and community service commitment.

UDEM's campus spreads over 32 hectares of well-kept lawns and gardens at the foothills of the Sierra Madre Oriental and has 32,000 square meters of buildings, including the library with 225,000 volumes, 14 computer centers (there is one computer for every 18 students), 7 photocopy facilities, a campus bookstore, a cafeteria, and the Student Community Center which is home to a number of co- and extracurricular activities that are available to UDEM students and are central to UDEM's concept of formacin integral. Athletic facilities are currently under construction and will include a soccer stadium, Olympic-size swimming pool, gymnasium, baseball field, tennis and basketball courts, and an indoor soccer arena when finished in early 2000. Total enrollment: 8,000 (Fall 1998).

Locale: UDEM is located in San Pedro Garza Garc'a, a friendly, safe, and prosperous town of 120,000 inhabitants, which is part of the metropolitan area of Monterrey, the state capital of Nuevo Len. Founded in 1596, Monterrey lies in a valley at 538 meters above sea level and is surrounded by majestic mountains (1,800-2,500 meters) that are a magnificent scenario for outdoor activities. About 250 km south of the border with Texas and 1,000 km north of Mexico City, Monterrey is home to about 3.5 million regiomontanos, as its inhabitants are called. Monterrey is Mexico's third-largest city and one of the nation's most important industrial, financial, and business centers. It accounts for 12 percent of Mexico's industrial production.

It is also home to a thriving artistic community, various museums, theaters, concert halls, a symphony orchestra, a ballet company, and prominent sports teams. The barrio antiguo, the old quarters, with its many restaurants, pubs, bars, discotheques, and vibrant nightlife, is a favorite student hangout on the weekends. Due to the semi-desert climate, temperatures range from around (and often above!) 40*C in the summer to close to (and very rarely below) freezing in the winter. Abrupt temperature changes are frequent.

Divisions: Art, Architecture, and Design (fine arts, architecture, graphic design, industrial design); Economic and Administrative Sciences (economics, accounting, business administration, information technology, international commerce, international finance, international marketing); Education and Humanities (education, humanities, communication); Engineering (mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, computer engineering); Health Sciences (medicine, psychology); Social Sciences (law, political science and public administration, international studies, human relations); Graduate Studies (architecture, business administration, international commerce, organizational development, education, humanities, quality control, medical specialties); Research Centers (religious art, bilingual education, ethics and moral education, border and migratory studies, Canadian studies, urban studies, family and women's studies, pre-Colombian rock art).

Academic notes: All undergraduate programs, as well as all co- and extracurricular activities, are open to ISEP participants. Regular class attendance is required in order to receive credit. Community-service placements and internships can be arranged. Graduate programs are closed to ISEP participants.

Language notes: An intermediate level of Spanish proficiency is required (equivalent to a minimum of two years of Spanish-as-a-Foreign-Language study at university level). Students are required to take a Spanish proficiency test on arrival. Participants not meeting the proficiency requirement will be required to enroll in intensive remedial language courses, which may be taken in conjunction with a reduced course load and are included in ISEP benefits.

Room and board: Housing and meals will be provided by host families or at off-campus student residencies.

Exchange dates: Early August to mid-December, early January to late May, early August to late May. The summer session is mid-June to mid-July.

This exchange program is sponsored by ISEP.
Contact Robert Carolin at the International Student Center for more information.

UNIVERSIDAD POPULAR AUTÓNOMA DEL ESTADO DE PUEBLA

• Strong communications and graphic design programs in a new state-of-the-art media facility.
• Located in one of the richest regions for pre-hispanic archaeological sites and colonial architecture easy access to museums, galleries, restaurants and theaters.
• Unique course offerings in Mexican architecture and monument restoration, economics, history and politics.

Puebla City (pop. 2,200,000)
Language of instruction: Spanish
Academic year and semester exchanges
http://www.upaep.mx/

Profile: UPAEP is a private institution whose main goal is to provide high quality higher education to students throughout Mexico and Latin America. Since the university's foundation in 1973 on the site of an old hacienda, it has grown to include 28 undergraduate schools and 12 graduate programs. UPAEP's mission is to provide a solid foundation in a changing society and a better understanding of the cultural heritage that forms the Mexican national identity.

UPAEP's urban main campus facilitates collaboration with the community and students to dedicate a significant amount of time in out-reach activities carried out with local social service organizations, both rural and urban. Campus facilities include a fully equipped computer center, library center, film center, cafeteria, gymnasium and other sports facilities. The university is known for its basketball and soccer teams, and student groups are active in theater, dance, chorus, speech and debate, photography and animation. Puebla City offers many cultural activities. Today, its thriving industries include automobile manufacture (Volks Wagen plant), motor craft and automotive parts industry. Total university-level enrollment: 5,500.

Locale: The main campus is minutes away from the historical center of Puebla City. Puebla was Mexico's second most important city from the 17th century until the early 1900s; the number of buildings dating from as early as the 16th century is outstanding. The concentration of pre hispanic archeological sites around the city and the region is one of the richest in the Americas. Puebla City is 80 miles southeast of Mexico City and a three hour drive from Veracruz and the beach of the Gulf Coast. In 1985, Puebla was named part of the Cultural Heritage of Humanity because of its historic monuments and its varied cultural.

The city is known for its clear, sunny weather, with an average temperature of 50¡F in winter and 85¡F in summer.

Divisions: Arts (architecture, graphic design, design and publicity production); Economic and Business Administration (public accounting, administration of institutions, business administration, marketing, economics, foreign trade, information systems); Health Sciences (dentistry, medicine, nursing); Humanities (communications and journalism, law, pedagogy, philosophy, political science, psychology); Science and Engineering (chemical, civil, ecological and industrial engineering, computer systems, agronomy [animal and vegetable sciences]); also, courses in mathematics, physics and social studies.

Academic notes: Courses of interest to ISEP participants include: Mexican legislation, Mexican and Latin American politics, Mexican business environment, Latin American history and culture. While full-time graduate-level study is not possible, some graduate courses are available in the areas of architecture (urban studies, master of science in architectural and urban inheritance conservation), business administration and public health. Students in engineering, management and psychology may have opportunities for internships with local businesses.

All undergraduate programs, as well as all co-and extra curricular activities, are open to ISEP participants. Class attendance is required in order to receive credit. Several partial tests and a final examination compose the final grade. Seven is the minimum passing grade. Community-service placements and internships can be arranged. Graduate degree programs are closed to ISEP participants.

Courses sometimes offered in English for foreign students include Mexican history, geography, sociology, political structure, anthropology, art, commercial and financial environment. These courses can be taken in conjunction with regular course offerings, but require a minimum enrollment of 20 students and are not included in ISEP benefits.

Language notes: Proficiency in Spanish is required, an exam will be given upon arrival. Students with low proficiency will be required to take remedial Spanish language courses (not included in ISEP benefits).

Room and board: Students receive room and board with local host families.

Exchange dates: Early August to May, early August to December, or mid-January to May.

This exchange program is sponsored by ISEP.
Contact Robert Carolin at the International Student Center for more information.

UNIVERSIDAD REGIOMONTANA

• More than half of the faculty bring their professional experience to the classroom.
• Intensive Spanish language courses are included in ISEP benefits as well as cultural workshops.
• Business school linked to Latin America economic development.

Monterrey (pop. 2 million)
Language of instruction: Spanish
Academic year or semester exchanges
http://www.ur.mx

Profile: Founded in 1951 as the "Instituto Modelo de Enseñaza", it became Universidad Regiomontana in 1969, by decree of the Government of the State of Nuevo L*on, Mexico. Universidad Regiomontana is a private institution that offers studies at the undergraduate, graduate and high school levels. Through teaching and research, Regiomontana prepares professionals to contribute to the advancement and welfare of the community. The University is dedicated to educating students in an atmosphere of freedom and humanism, and providing students hands-on experience in their field of study.

Facilities include 20 academic buildings with 304 classrooms and laboratories for photography, film, radio, television, music and the sciences. The University's libraries have a total combined collection of 30,000-volumes. There are two gymnasiums. Students can participate in workshops for credit in jazz, folk dancing, flamenco, speech, theater and music, including 3 bands and a choir. The University also sponsors a variety of cultural events such as concerts, drama, movies, art exhibits and seminars. Total enrollment: 4,000.

Locale: Universidad Regiomontana's campus is located at different sites in downtown Monterrey.

Divisions: Architecture and Design (administration, construction, urbanism and computer assisted design); Communication Sciences (social communications, human relations, mass media, publicity journalism, TV and movie production); Economics and Administrative Sciences (business administration, economics, information management, international business, public accounting, international marketing, hotel management and tourism, finance, International banking); Engineering and Exact Sciences (chemical, civil, computer sciences, environmental chemistry information systems, electrical, industrial, mechanical, ); Humanities and Social Sciences (education, bilingual education, psychology, composition, philosophy); Law (Mexican law, international comparative law). Graduate level: Business Administration (finance, general administration, industrial relations, marketing, production); Education (Higher Education, Educational Psychology), Law (fiscal law, international law, private law; Labor Studies), Communication (media).

Academic notes: The following fields are especially recommended for ISEP participants: tourism and hotel management (Mexican food specialties lab), marketing, business administration, Mexican folklore, architecture, education and law, environmental chemistry, Spanish as a second language. Graduate degree programs are open to ISEP participants.

Language notes: Students are required to have an intermediate to advanced Spanish level (equivalent to a minimum of 4 semesters of university-level Spanish). A special course in Spanish for foreigners is offered each term for ISEP students (included in ISEP benefits). The level of the course is determined by the needs of the ISEP group.

Room and board: Host families provide housing and meals.

Exchange dates: September to May, September to December, January to April, and May to August. The summer session (May to August) is considered a full semester of study.