Travel experiences...
...that open up new horizons
INTERNATIONAL AND NATIONAL EXCHANGES FOR JÓVENES ADELANTE STUDENTS
Class 2023
Amairani Lily Camacho
Public Accounting
Universidad de Guanajuato
How does a Public Accounting student from Mexico end up studying in Spain?
In my case, it started by taking advantage of scholarships, open calls, and every opportunity along the way. That’s how I arrived in Girona, proving that studying and traveling abroad is not impossible — even with limited resources.
Once here, I discovered that exploring the world doesn’t always require large expenses. Thanks to accessible transportation options — such as regional trains and temporary support programs — I’ve been able to visit places like Barcelona, Figueres, and Portbou, and even cross into France. More than trips, these have been experiences that have expanded the way I understand the world.
A fundamental part of this journey has been connecting with people from different parts of the world. I’ve built international friendships that have allowed me to experience new cultures and realize that, although we come from different backgrounds, many of our aspirations are the same.
I’m writing these lines from Girona, overlooking the colorful facades of the Onyar River, still taking in the opportunity to be here and everything this experience has meant for my journey.
Living in Girona has also transformed my perspective as a future accountant. Observing how different economies, markets, and systems function has sparked a constant curiosity to understand the global impact of financial decisions.
Today, I know this experience goes far beyond academics. I carry with me a broader perspective and the certainty that I want to become a professional who understands the world — not just the numbers.
Class 2025
Eduardo Tapia Granados
Civil Engineering
Universidad de Guanajuato
I recently had the opportunity to travel to Manzanillo for a series of site visits — an experience that allowed me to see firsthand what civil engineering looks like in practice.
Throughout the trip, we visited several projects that reflect both the technical challenges and the social impact of this profession. One of the most meaningful was the construction of a bridge in the Obrera community, designed to connect an area that becomes isolated during the rainy season. This project, funded by the Port of Manzanillo, aims to improve the quality of life for hundreds of families.
I was also able to observe construction processes I had previously only studied in theory, such as deep foundation systems using piles in complex soils, as well as innovative techniques in highway expansion that optimize space and costs. Seeing the machinery in action and understanding how these projects are executed reinforced my interest in applied engineering.
Beyond the technical aspect, this experience helped me understand that civil engineering is not only about building infrastructure, but about creating solutions that directly impact people’s lives.
Thanks to the financial support, I was able to be part of this experience, covering lodging and travel expenses.
This opportunity not only strengthened my academic formation, but also reaffirmed my goal of contributing, in the future, to projects that create a positive impact on society.
Class 2022
Daniel Beltrán Martínez
Visual Arts
Universidad de Guanajuato
This journey not only expanded my perspective, but also helped me understand the kind of artist I want to become: one who explores, questions, and creates experiences. An art that is not only observed, but truly lived.
Mark Rothko, one of the leading figures of Abstract Expressionism, sought to evoke deep emotions through color, creating experiences rather than images. Seeing one of his works at the Museo Tamayo was not just the closing moment of the trip, but an experience that gave meaning to everything I encountered during Art Week in Mexico City.
Throughout the week, I visited museums, galleries, and fairs centered around contemporary art. Spaces such as Museo Experimental El Eco, Museo del Chopo, and fairs like Salón ACME and Material introduced me to new forms of creation, where ideas and processes are just as important as the final work.
But understanding art also meant stepping outside museum walls. Walking through Chapultepec, exploring the Zócalo, and moving along Paseo de la Reforma allowed me to experience the context that surrounds this artistic scene — a city that is alive, diverse, and constantly evolving, where art exists in dialogue with history, architecture, and everyday life.
You realize that art is not only seen — it is felt… and that completely changes the way you understand it.
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