Student Stories
Mente Argentina Testimonials: Real Participant Stories
Read Mente Argentina participant stories about Spanish immersion, internships and semester study, with practical questions to help plan your own stay.
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More of Buenos Aires, one story at a time.
Browse our guides to studying, living and exploring in Argentina, alongside stories from the people who came here with Mente.
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Student Stories
Meet Mente Participants: Katie & her Intensive Spanish Program
Katie shares her month in Buenos Aires, combining intensive Spanish with a homestay and taking opportunities to practice the language in everyday life.
Study & Learn
Nine Ways to Practice Spanish While Studying Abroad
Build Spanish practice into your time abroad with nine manageable habits for speaking, listening, reviewing and staying connected to everyday life.
Study & Learn
Successful Internships: Seven Habits for Learning & Contributing
Make your internship more useful with seven habits for setting expectations, asking questions, contributing responsibly and reflecting on what you learn.
Culture & Adventure
Oscar Alemán: Argentine Jazz Guitar & Swing
Explore Oscar Alemán through musical context and a focused listening guide, then connect the featured recording with Argentina’s wider cultural scene.
Culture & Adventure
Astor Piazzolla: Bandoneón & Nuevo Tango
Explore Astor Piazzolla through musical context and a focused listening guide, then connect the featured recording with Argentina’s wider cultural scene.
Culture & Adventure
Los Gatos: A Starting Point for Rock Nacional
Explore Los Gatos through musical context and a focused listening guide, then connect the featured recording with Argentina’s wider cultural scene.
Culture & Adventure
Johnny Tedesco: Rock & Roll, Performance & Early Argentine Pop
Explore Johnny Tedesco through musical context and a focused listening guide, then connect the featured recording with Argentina’s wider cultural scene.
Student Stories
Participant Highlight: Catarina
Catarina reflects on ten weeks in Buenos Aires, combining intensive Spanish and an internship with friendships, shared housing and Mente activities.
Culture & Adventure
Sumo & Luca Prodan: Post-Punk, Reggae & Argentine Rock
Explore Sumo & Luca Prodan through musical context and a focused listening guide, then connect the featured recording with Argentina’s wider cultural scene.
Culture & Adventure
Raúl Barboza: Accordion & the Chamamé Tradition
Explore Raúl Barboza through musical context and a focused listening guide, then connect the featured recording with Argentina’s wider cultural scene.
Culture & Adventure
Charly García: Bands, Piano & a Solo Listening Route
Explore Charly García through musical context and a focused listening guide, then connect the featured recording with Argentina’s wider cultural scene.