Visiting Puebla

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Odalys Lozado

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Odalys Lozado

<i>"Hello" in your host country's language:</i> Hola <i>Home Institution (your U.S. University/College):</i> Augsburg University <i>Expected graduation year:</i> 2023 <i>Destination city & country:</i> Cuernavaca, Morelos, Mexico <i>Program provider:</i> Augsburg University Center for Global Education and Experience <i>Major/minor:</i> Biopsychology / Sociology <i>Demographics:</i> Hispanic/Latinx, Immigrant, First-Generation College Student <i>Future career aspirations:</i> I want to pursue a Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies once I finish my Bachelor's degree. I wish to properly communicate with my patients as a future Physician Assistant and offer them the utmost care possible. <i>Top 3 goals for your time abroad:</i> During my time in Mexico, I hope to gain an understanding of the culture and intricacies in different forms of healing and healthcare. I also want to improve my cultural competency so that I may apply it to my future goal of becoming a Physician Assistant. Finally, I'd like to connect with others who share my enthusiasm for healthcare.

We took an excursion to Puebla this week. On this trip, the exchange university and some students from Mexico joined us, and we got to connect with them. Since I’ve heard fantastic things about the town and the food, I’ve been eager to travel to Puebla. We got the opportunity to explore the cathedral and tunnels. It’s hard to believe I’ve already been in this place for two months. This was my final outing before leaving, and it was such a bittersweet experience. Time passed by a lot more quickly than I anticipated.