Event included in calendar of activities developed by Office for International Cooperation
Photos: Mariana Haupenthal
Incoming mobility programs at PUCRS joined a typical dinner at the Centro de Tradições Gaúchas (CTG) Tiarayú, in Porto Alegre. On May 30, 28 students from 9 countries had the chance to learn more about the culture of Rio Grande do Sul in a typical dance and dance show.
Students from Brazil and from the following countries joined the activity: Germany, Canada, Chile, Spain, France, Mexico, Portugal, Sweden and the UK. The program at the CTG feature a typical dinner, a dance show, a presentation on local traditions and interesting facts about the chimarrão.
For student Felipe Andrés Peña Pino, from the Universidad Católica de la Santísima Concepción, Chile, the CTG experience evoked memories of Patagonia, in his country. “The yerba mate culture, churrasco and chamamé are big in that country, too. Although there are slight differences, I like learning more about new cultures. I appreciate the welcoming attitude of the gaúchos to international people. I am so thankful for such beautiful moments”, the Geological Engineering major says.
Welcoming international students
The Academic Mobility team of the Office for International Cooperation is responsible for the welcoming activities of international students at PUCRS. The team helps students in the registration process and promotes monthly activities to integrate them and maximize their international experience. The activities occur in different areas around Campus. It also offers touristic and cultural programs off-campus for students over the course of the semester.
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