Health, Sport, & Wellbeing in Buenos Aires & Patagonia
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About this Program
This program explores neighborhood sports groups to professional sports and how physical activity fosters community resilience and national identity. This program opens doors to Argentine sports clubs, field experience opportunities, and community health organizations in Buenos Aires and Patagonia. As part of the Patagonia Outdoor Adventure course, you will spend 9 days in El Calafate and El Chaltén exploring the nature-integrated lifestyle through outdoor activities compared to the high-energy culture of Buenos Aires. Activities in Patagonia could include hiking, kayaking, horseback riding, and mountain biking.
Founded by immigrants along the shores of the Rio de la Plata, Buenos Aires built its identity on Spanish, Italian, and French influences, which are reflected in the grand boulevards, expansive parks, and magnificent architecture throughout the city. While exploring the city's diverse and eclectic neighborhoods, you can visit the small colored houses of La Boca and experience the popular tango that lives in San Telmo streets.
Program Highlights
- When you study at the University of Minnesota Learning Abroad Center in Buenos Aires, you'll take Kinesiology courses in English and participate in an internship or research, all within a program designed specifically for American students. While study center programs typically offer less exposure to local students and follow a more American-style curriculum compared to local universities, this program provides a highly experiential learning environment, making it ideal for an interdisciplinary approach to both your major and language acquisition. University of Minnesota supports you with pre-departure advising & support, visa-related support, airport reception, onsite orientation, onsite staff support, 24/7 emergency assistance, comprehensive global medical insurance, housing & meals, cultural activities, excursions, personal and professional development, and optional flight assistance.
Level of Immersion
Language(s) of Instruction:
- English
- Spanish
Features
- Courses with Study Abroad Students
- Study Center Program
- No Language Pre-Requisites
- Internship Opportunities
- Visa Light
Housing Abroad
- Students arrange and pay for housing directly through the Global Partner or its housing provider. See the Budget Worksheet for estimated housing costs. Available housing options:
- Homestay
- Apartment
Program Dates
- Fall Semester: TBD
- Spring Semester: late-January to early-May
Housing at Seattle University
Moving can be both costly and stressful, but careful planning can help minimize both. Start by creating a housing plan for before and after your study abroad experience to avoid the pressure of continuing to pay for rent at home. Program fees typically cover housing abroad, so if you expect to incur additional domestic rent expenses, be sure to include these in your budget. If possible, consider staying with family or friends temporarily before you depart or when you return to save on costs.
Housing Residence Life
Education Abroad typically recommends considering Seattle University on-campus housing for when students return from their programs, as Housing Residence Life staff are able to support students in securing housing, while adhering to student preferenceas best as they can.
Housing Application
Check the Housing Portal for more specific dates
- Winter Quarter Housing applications open in November
- Spring Quarter Housing applications open in February
- Fall Quarter Housing applications open in May