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I am studying Mechanical Engineering at LTU. I have completed the requirements for a Minor in Spanish as well. I am a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity and the Alternative Energy Student Group. I decided to study in Mexico on the suggestions of my Spanish teacher Mrs. Monica Stevens and my academic advisor Dr. Rob Fletcher. The university in Monterrey, Mexico that I am studying at has many names with is formal name being Instituto Tecnolgico y de Estuidos Superiores de Monterrey (ITESM). Other names are Tecnologico de Monterrey, Tec de Monterrey or simply Tec. Here at Tec de Monterrey I am continuing my study of Mechanical Engineering. This semester will be my 6th semester in college studying mechanical engineering. Here at Tec, I am taking four courses, three in engineering and 1 in language studies. My three engineering courses are: Mathematics for Engineers III (in Spanish), Fluid Mechanics (in Spanish), and Design and Simulation of Machine Elements (in English). And my fourth course is titled Communication Skills II (in Spanish).
The education model at Tec de Monterrey focuses much more upon group work and problem solving than individual assignments. Cooperation and collaboration amongst students is vital to success in the classes here.
When asked what about Mexico is interesting or informative, I must first warn that it could be a long answer. As Mexico is the 2nd largest trading partner with the US, Mexico is critical to the success and growth of businesses from the US and the rest of the world. Because of this strong bond to the US, Mexico has adopted many American ways. One example, most TV shows are broadcast in English from US stations. Clubs play a lot of American songs; mostly before the main performance arrives then it becomes some of the most well played Mexican songs I’ve ever heard. Yes, tacos are a staple of most people’s diets, but we’re not talking about the kind of tacos from the popular US food chain here. Small taco stands and restaurants are very easy to find. I have one right across the street from my housing unit.

My living accommodations are similar to North Housing, except for no kitchen. My room is a 4 person room.

Well, I'll try to post every few days. Thank you.