GCU Global Education

Jaden Garret – “This virtual program to Ecuador was an amazing experience that I will take with me for the rest of my life. I really learned a lot from this journey, including the culture, traditions, festivities, dishes, and language of the native Kichwa people, why the equator line is a special part of Ecuador, ecotourism in

Paige Oswald – “On this day, we got a market tour where they showed us some of the typical foods and fruits they purchase to eat and cook with. Then we went to Quito and got to learn about the history of the town and how the town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It was

Paige Oswald – “On this day, we got to learn how to cook quinoa soup. The host taught us on Zoom, and we followed the steps in the school kitchen together. Afterwards, we got to learn about medicinal plants and the ways they use them to treat illnesses in their community. This reminded me of when

Sophia Raimondi – “I found it interesting that they were learning mostly in Spanish, but also used some English while learning. I was most shocked that they even used some English while learning. It made me curious, why would learning multiple languages be beneficial for them if their country is mostly a Spanish-speaking country? It later

Sophia Raimondi – “During this blog, it was interesting to learn all about the equator. I also thought it was interesting to hear about how it is different from each side. Before joining this Zoom meeting, I didn’t have much knowledge about the equator, but now I feel like I have learned so much about the

Paige Oswald – “On the first day we got to see the house in San Clemente where the hosts live. They had guests staying with them from California. We got to talk to them and ask them how they like Ecuador. Then we saw a traditional dance that is preformed for the holiday of Inti Raymi.