‘No matter where you go, Ireland won’t disappoint’ says Student Ambassador Ariadna from Mexico. Ireland is incredibly rich in nature, culture and history, and because of its size, it is easy to explore it all! Check out Ariadna’s new blog, where she gives you an amazing insight into some of the sights on offer…
University College Cork has wowed Student Ambassador Samantha with its beautiful buildings and rich history. in her second blog, she gives us a glimpse into the warm embrace UCC has brought to her life. Read more to find out how she’s getting on! (more…)
“When I was still in Mexico I never imagined how much my life was about to change…” Following in his brother’s footsteps, Student Ambassador Italo Fabrizio Villagómez Delgado from México came to Ireland full of hope and excitement. Now, he has settled in nicely and believes that coming to Ireland was one of the best decisions he has ever made! (more…)
Ariadna Carrillo Pastrana, Student Ambassador from Mexico, is back in Ireland after a seven-year break! Although the last time she was here was short-lived, Ireland made enough of an impression on her to spur her to come back – and for more than a short visit this time… (more…)
Finding the right destination to study can be a long process but when Samantha Diaz Arcega, Student Ambassador from Mexico, found Cork she fell in love with it. She thinks she’s found the perfect place to live in Ireland – boasting diversity, architectural beauty, history and rich culture, Samantha tells us a little about the city she is proud to call her new home. (more…)
Mexican Student Ambassador Rafael Contreras is back, this time with a vlog!
Rafael filmed this one during one of the many lockdowns we’ve had here in Ireland in the past year but he still managed to seize the day! Spend a Sunday with Rafael and have a watch of his video here!
Rafael is studying for an MSc in Emerging Media at Dublin City University.
Feeling a little unmotivated? In need of some guidance? Well, look no further! Our Mexican Student Ambassador Brian Martinez has five steps for you to follow to get you up and out during your days of online study! Check out Brian’s new video up on our YouTube channel now and let Brian be your Mr Motivator!
Brian is doing a Masters of Education at Mary Immaculate College, Limerick.
Mexican Student Ambassador Rafael Contreras shares his experience of getting to know himself and reflecting upon the past year in Ireland.
Spooky but fascinating! Arely Sanchez, a Mexican student doing a BA in Culinary Arts in Dundalk IT, shares her passion for the Irish Púca Halloween festival. From bonfires and light shows to fancy dress and Trick or Treat, it’s a tradition she loves.
Brian Martinez, a 24-year-old Mexican studying for a master’s in education at Mary Immaculate College (Mary I) in Limerick, has been having something of a love affair with Ireland. And despite COVID and everything it has brought, he is continuing to enjoy it every day.
Mexican Student Ambassador Brian Martinez, who’s doing a master’s in education at Mary Immaculate College in Limerick, found lots of similarities between his country and Ireland
Living with others in student accommodation is all about compromise and dialogue. But that doesn’t mean you have to stay living with people you don’t like. Approach it right, and you might just make some great friends too. In his final blog as Student Ambassador, Mexican student Jorge Belman Arana shares what he’s learnt from sharing student accommodation at Dundalk Institute of Technology, where he has been studying Communications & Creativity.