study abroad

The program is a lot of fun!

And a young lady from California will find the country interesting. The programs tries to make sure that you see some of the more interesting sights as well as the not so attractive aspects of life in the Third World. (Not that it is all that bad!!)

You can feel free to email me or send me a PM if you want specifics. I am fairly familiar with the PUCMM (Pucamaima in the vernacular).

FYI Santiago is a fairly large city, with close to 800 or 900 thousand people. It stretches for miles in each direction. The older parts can date back to colonial times, and the newest parts still have paint drying. There are quiet parks, bustling streets, lots of stores and such. According to some, the party scene--dancing and drinking--is quite good.

HB

The campus is beautiful. Santiago has a lot to offer. Those who I know at PUCMM like it a lot. Just keep in mind that its a very expensive school for most Dominicans ...so, besides international students and a few on scholarship of some sort, you're going to be among a good number of wealthy-class Dominicans. Make sure you see other parts of the island while you are here too.

advice ...I would say work on improving your Spanish and try to meet a few quality friends right away ...once you've gotten to know the jist of things, venture out to explore other parts of the DR via Caribe Tours (bus) to make the most of your time here.

If I was here for a semester or so and based in Santiago my list would include-
North Coast (PP, Sosua or Cabarete), Santo Domingo, La Vega/Jarabacoa, Dajabon, and Samana

You have not emailed me nor have you sent me a PM>>>>You must know all of the answers....ehehehehehehe

):*^)

HB

I can't give any specific advice since I'm not sure which program you're going through and I know PUCMM has a number of study abroad programs for American students...at least 5 I can think of off the top of my head. I participated in a SA program at PUCMM when I was in college, PM me if you have any questions or need advice, I'd be happy to help

studyabroad,
If I were you I would take HillBilly up on his offer. He is highly thought of here, and has a lot of very helpful advice to offer. He is also a professor, with many talents. It says something when proud old people like me are asking for his advice.