Study in Ecuador- Family Stay

One of the aspects that I really appreciated with the HECUA study abroad program in Ecuador was the host family stay. While many study abroad experiences, particularly J-term experiences, seem to lack a bit of a connection with the community (programs often end up more like a vacation than anything), HECUA really focuses on intentionally connecting with the community. Staying with a host family allowed participants to connect with the community by engaging in dialogue and challenges faced in Quito not just through trips but at home.