Expect a hustle and bustle atmosphere when visiting the downtown neighborhood of Microcentro.  As the city center of Buenos Aires, there is a constant feeling of urgency.  Originally, the Microcenter neighborhood was originally labeled San Nicolás, after the San Nicolás church constructed in 1773, but was demolished to make room for the expansion of 9 de Julio and its location is now occupied by the Buenos Aires Obelisk.  

In terms of accessibility, Microcentro is in walking distance to important monuments such as Teatro Colon and Plaza de Mayo and is served by nearly all metro lines.  Plaza de Mayo´s allure extends to both its history or revolutions and architecture like the home of Argentina´s Government Casa Rosada, Municipal Cathedral, and the National Bank  Not far away from the Plaza del Mayo is the oldest cafe in Buenos Aires, Café Tortoni (below) which is also world renown for its tango shows.  Furthermore, streets like Florida or Lavalle are littered with convenient shopping and Avenida Corientes has some of the best theatre and nightlife in Buenos Aires.  However, visitors should be cautious of the belittling crowds and tourist appeal that detract from the neighborhood´s charm.

If you’re looking for a vibrant educational and cultural experience, studying Spanish in Buenos Aires is the perfect fit.The energetic city, the welcoming people, the hypnotizing culture, and the melodic language are just the beginning of it…

But one main concern that most potential students have about studying abroad is the quality of the school and the education that they will receive, both in the classroom and immersed in the local culture.In 1993 here in Argentina, a group of educators banded together and formed an association called the Schools of English Association (SEA).SEA, which later incorporated all foreign language institutes in Argentina and became known as the “Asociación de Centros Idiomas”, successfully serves as a forum of common interests and ideas for language schools here in Argentina, while simultaneously acting as a support and security system for students studying abroad.

As a SEA accredited school, students who study Spanish in Buenos Aires at Expanish are ensured that our school meets quality educational standards and has a director and team of teachers who are professionals with degrees in education.An important aspect of SEA is the “Defensoria del Estudiante” program. This program allows students and schools alike to submit any suggestions, comments, or complaints directly to SEA.This constant feedback from students and language institutes helps SEA to regulate the quality of the certified schools, ensures an excellent educational experience for prospective students, and keeps the language schools updated on their students needs and wants.

Here at Expanish, we pride ourselves on the quality of the services that we offer to students studying Spanish abroad in Buenos Aires. We welcome you to let us make your experience studying Spanish in Buenos Aires an enriching and unforgettable one!

Expanish is looking for creative minds from around the world to help us come up with a new T-shirt design representing our Spanish courses and Study Abroad programs here in South America!

     ·1^st Prize: One week of Spanish group courses in Buenos Aires & T-shirt with winning design

      ·2^nd Prize: Free private tango class in Buenos Aires & T-shirt with winning design

 ·3^rd Prize: T-shirt with winning design

The following items must be included in the design entry submitted (you may include an additional sheet with a more detailed drawing if necessary):
• Expanish logo
• Slogan that captures the Expanish offer of both Spanish courses and our Study Abroad programs
• Website (www.expanish.com)
• Design for the front and back of the shirts

Deadline for submitting contest entries is:

April 1, 2008