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HARVEST PRIORITY CITIES
Here are the cities that we currently have "targeted" for the "harvest!!!!"
PLEASE NOTE: The websites listed are for you to view the information about the campus. Do not try to contact the university about ministry on their campus, as they are state, federal, or private universities and are non-religious. You will be provided with information to contact an on-site coordinator through Target Harvest.
Click on one of these city names for more information!
Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes Ixtapa / Zihuatenejo, Guerrero Juchitan, Tehuantepec, and Salina Cruz, Oaxaca Nuevas Casas Grandes, Chihuahua San Luis Potosi, San Luis Potosi Torreon, Coahuila and Gomez Palacios |
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PLEASE NOTE: The websites listed are for you to view the information about the campus. Do not try to contact the university about ministry on their campus, as they are state, federal, or private universities and are non-religious. You will be provided with information to contact an on-site coordinator through Target Harvest.
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MEXICO CITY Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) North, Central and South Campuses 5 Campus2Campus Partnerships UNAM, the national university, with 300,000 students and at least 50,000 professors, is the largest university in the Western Hemisphere, located in the largest city in the Western Hemisphere (possibly the world), Mexico City, population 25 million. The university offers all possible areas of study, including medicine, science, law, engineering, business, the arts, and languages. The students are generally receptive to the gospel, willing to listen and eager to make new friends and practice their English. Be prepared to do a lot of walking in this 7500 ft. altitude to cover distances on the campuses. The main campus is the size of a small town! To learn more about the university, see the websites:
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TEPIC, NAYARIT (teh-peek, nie-yah-reet) Autonomous University of Nayarit (UAN) Nestled on a high plateau area in central western Mexico, about 100 miles from the Pacific coast in the capital city of Nayarit state, the UAN has a student population of 37,600. This university offers degrees in medicine, veterinary science, agriculture, marine biology, fishing technology and other areas. The students, as other citizens of this small city, are friendly and easy going, fairly receptive to the gospel. A small town conservative atmosphere prevails. Tepic has a moderate climate year round and is just 60 miles from the Pacific resort area of Puerto Vallarta.
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LEON, GUANAJUATO (leh-ohn, gwah-nah-what-oh) State University of Leon, Technological University of Leon Leon has a total of 77,500 university students in various universities. Located in Central Mexico, about 200 miles northwest of Mexico City, Leon is a modern city of 1,000,000 with many modern conveniences and stores such as Walmart, Sam’s, McDonald’s and Chili’s. It is also the leather capital of Mexico, with shoes, purses and jackets available at great prices. The city is part of an industrial triangle consisting of major car companies such as GM and many maquiladoras (export product factories). The climate is dry and moderate. Leon is also in an area known as the “Heart of Darkness” because of the very low percentage of people who know the Lord, less than 2% of the population, which is less than most areas of China. Sharing with the students will present a challenge of developing meaningful relationships with them before being able to witness to them. They are generally willing to listen. Areas of study include Accounting, Business administration, Mechanical Engineering, Marketing and International Business, and Computer Sciences. For more information see:
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CHIHUAHUA, CHIHUAHUA (chee-wah-wah) Autonomous University of Chihuahua, several other universities in the city Welcome to Cowboy Country of Mexico! A city of 1,500,000, Chihuahua is situated just 200 miles south of El Paso, Texas, and is a modern city with many US amenities, including Walmart, Sam’s, Chili’s and McDonald’s. The climate is described as extreme, with winter temperatures in the 20’s and summer temperatures up to 110 +. With a university student population of 75,000, the universities in this city offer such areas of study as International Commerce, Computer Sciences, Business Administration, and Industrial Science, as well as medicine, law and other traditional studies. The students are generally open to listen to the Gospel but are a little more resistant because of the proximity of the border and American influences.
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MONTERREY, NUEVO LEON (nu-ay-voh leh-ohn) Technological School of Monterrey Monterrey is Mexico’s second largest city, with a population of 7 million. It is a metropolitan industrial city and major economic center of the country. Just 3 hours south of the Texas border, the city has all modern amenities, excellent medical facilities, and many US businesses and restaurants. Monterrey Tech is known as the MIT of Mexico. The campus has a student population of 15,000+. The school also has branches in most major cities of the country. Most of the students are bilingual, which will make communication easier. However, the campus is gated, which will require building relationships with students who will be able to secure entrance for the group. There are many coffee shops, restaurants and other gathering places around the campus where friendships can be established. Professor and student interchange programs could be a possibility, as well as sports teams to compete with the school’s teams. These would need to be of a superior Junior College level competency. Also, clinics in American football, basketball or volleyball would probably be well received. Areas of study include Electronic, Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Accounting, and Computer Sciences. For more info, go to www.mty.itesm.mx
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SALTILLO, COAHUILA (salt-ee-yoh, kwah-wee-lah) Autonomous University of Coahuila UADEC The UADEC is a diverse and culturally conservative school with renowned programs of music, arts and languages. The main campus is located in Saltillo, but the school has five other closely connected campuses in five cities along the Texas-Mexico border. The school has about 90,000 students in the entire system, which also includes technological studies and education degrees. The students are receptive to new friendships and will listen to the gospel. Saltillo is a large industrial city of around 1 million about 4 hours south of Laredo, TX. Chrysler Motor Company is one of the largest employers in the city. There are many American businesses and restaurants and all modern amenities, as well as excellent medical facilities. The desert climate can be very hot at mid-day, and very cool at night, with an arid feeling. For more information on the university see www.uadec.mx
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HERMOSILLO, SONORA (ehr-mo-see-yo, so-no-rah) University of Sonora (UNISON) Main Campus The UNISON campus in Hermosillo is the main campus for this large university which has several satellite campuses in cities around the state. It is the largest campus of several universities in the city, with a combined student population of 86,000. Among the areas of study offered are Law, Medicine, Business, Accounting, Arts, Industrial and Agricultural Engineering. Sonora is the second largest state of Mexico. Located in the northwestern part of the country, it is home to the Sonoran Desert, which extends northward into Arizona. Capital city of this huge state, Hermosillo, has a population of 750,000. It is both an agricultural and industrial center, boasting a large FORD plant and several other international businesses. Hermosillo has a distinct California influence noted in both the culture and food of the region. I ts citizens are largely open to the Gospel, due to the fact that many mission groups come there, but the university campuses are not very evangelized. You can see more about the University of Sonora on the web at www.uson.mx
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CANCUN, QUINTANA ROO (can-koon, keen-tan-a rooh) University of Quintana Roo (Cancun Branch) UQROO Part of the state university system, with a total of 13,500 students, the UQOO OF Cancun has app. 1,800 students. There are at least 11 other universities and several technological schools in the city. Areas of study include Business, Accounting, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Tourism, and International Relations. Cancun is a large city of many contrasts. The older downtown area has become modernized, with a large shopping center and many American restaurants. The hotel zone, with over 200 hotels, plus shopping areas, restaurants and other tourist amenities is probably the most well known area for Americans. In this zone, everything is geared to tourists, but in the rest of this 850,000 citizen city, life is more normal. The cost of living is on the high side for Mexico. The people are generally open to the gospel, given that much of the population comes from other parts of Mexico. Cancun is destined to be the Commercial and Business center of Central and Latin America, eventually taking the place of Miami economically. It is destined to continue growing in the next decades. You may learn more about some of the universities in Cancun at the following websites:
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REYNOSA, TAMAULIPAS (ray-no-sah, tah-mahl-ee-pas) Autonomous University of Tamaulipas, main campus UAT The UAT campus in Reynosa is one of the largest in the 6 campus system, with 118,500 students. The school is located in a unique border city. The school offers a wide variety of majors, including Commerce, Production Systems, Advertising, Production Systems, Industrial Science and Criminal Justice. Reynosa is a large metropolitan city of 500,000 across the Rio Grande from its sister city, McAllen, TX. Both Spanish and English are spoken by most of the inhabitants. Reynosa is one of the key cities for the Free Trade Agreement between Canada, the US and Mexico. Several major international bridges are located there and in nearby cities. There are many transnational factories (maquiladoras) that employ thousands of workers from all over Mexico. The culture is a Tex-Mex mix unique to the rest of the country, with many families having relatives on both sides of the border. The students are fairly receptive to the Gospel, but probably exhibit some of the same traits as US students as far as being more preoccupied with studies and “getting ahead”. The climate is generally hot and muggy, in the winter months it is very pleasant, attracting many “snow-birds” (retirees from the northern states and Canada) who come and live along the US side of the border in motor homes and trailers from November through April. A large part of the economy is also heavily dependent on tourism. The central part of the city is very typically Mexico, with narrow streets and open air markets. There are many restaurants, both American and traditional Mexican and several large shopping malls. Tamaulipas is a large state that stretches from Nuevo Laredo/Laredo to Matamoros/Brownsville at the southernmost tip of Texas, and south 300 miles to the port city of Tampico on the Gulf of Mexico. See more about the Autonomous University of Tamaulipas on its website: www.uat.edu.mx
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MERIDA, YUCATAN (meh-ree-dah, you-kah-tan) Autonomous University of Yucatan UADY This is the main campus of the state university system of 37,500 students. Merida also has several other private universities and a large technical school. Areas of study include Medicine, Pharmacology, Business, Education, Anthropology and Latin American Literature. Merida is the capital of the state of Yucatan, with a population of 650,000. The Yucatan peninsula is part of the Mexican rain forest system, with a year round warm, humid climate. It is also the home of many archeological sites of the Mayans, including the nearby Chichen Itza pyramids. There are many Mayan settlements nearby. The city itself has many lovely old buildings, with a definite Carribean/Cuban influence in architecture. There are also many modern hotels, restaurants and business centers. The food is very different from the rest of Mexico, and very delicious. There is a strong evangelical presence in the city, but the university is largely unevangelized. There are several Baptist churches in the city, with the largest having a university professor as pastor. Website for the Autonomous University of Yucatan: www.uady.mx
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MAZATLAN, SINALOA (mah-saht-lahn, see-nah-lo-ah) Autonomous University of Sinaloa (UAS) Mazatlan Branch This campus is one of three in the University of Sinaloa system, with other campuses in Culiacan and Los Mochis, with a total student population of 40,000. Located on the Pacific coast, the Mazatlan branch offers studies in Marine Biology, Topographical Geology, International Commerce, Tourism, and traditional areas such as Business and Education. With its ideal year round climate, Mazatlan is the “Daytona Beach” for spring breakers from California Arizona, Nevada and New Mexico. There are modern conveniences and shopping, and tourists flock to Mazatlan year round. The population is around 400,000. Many people speak some English. For more information on the university, see www.uasnet.mx and www.maz.uasnet.mx
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VILLAHERMOSA, TABASCO (vee-yah-er-mo-sa, tah-bas-ko) Autonomous Juarez University of Tabasco (UJAT) Technological University of Villahermosa Villahermosa is a large capital city of 400,000, with two main universities, the UJAT with 30,000 students, and the Tech with 5000, and numerous smaller private universities. Located in the heart of the Mexican rain forest system, the universities offer such studies as Water Science Engineering, Aquatic Agriculture, Ecology, Environmental Engineering, Math, Chemistry and many more. Villahermosa also has a large fishing industry, due to its proximity to the Gulf Coast and to the fact that the large Grijalva River runs through the city itself. In the nearby tropical jungle there are many fascinating archeological sites from the Olmec and Mayan cultures. The climate is muggy and hot year round. Villahermosa is a modern city with many good restaurants, shopping and hotels and adequate medical facilities. The people are generally receptive to listening to the gospel, with many established Presbyterian churches in the city. The website for the UJAT is www.ujat.mx
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(see-oo-dahd vick-toh-ree-ah, tah-mah-lee-pahs) Autonomous University of Tamaulipas (UAT) One of six campuses in the state university system (118,000 students), this school offers such majors as International Relations, Agriculture, Banking and Finance, among others. There is presently no known evangelical student ministry on this campus. The students would probably be receptive to a low-key, relational form of evangelism. With a population of 400,000, Ciudad Victoria is located about 200 miles south of Brownsville, Texas. Nestled at the foot of the Sierra Madre Oriental mountain range, the climate is semi-arid. The plains area around it is famous for both hunting and fishing (Las Adjuntas Lake) drawing sportsmen both from Mexico and the US. Ciudad Victoria is a fairly modern city, with adequate housing, eating and medical facilities. See more at www.uat.edu.mx
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XALAPA, VERACRUZ (hah-lah-pah, ver-ah-crooz) Veracruz State University (UV) One of four large campuses in the long, populous state of Veracruz, the main campus in Xalapa has 30,000 students, with a combined enrollment on the 4 campuses of 96,000. The city and the university are recognized nationally as a center of culture and intellectualism. The university has several internationally renowned orchestras and choirs. Areas of study at the Xalapa campus include music, dance, art, law and social sciences. At an altitude of 4500 ft., the area is also home to many coffee plantations and factories. The city has a small town feel, despite its population of 500,000. The historic downtown area still has many beautiful old buildings. There are also several modern shopping malls and restaurants. If you love coffee, there are many small coffee shops to enjoy it in. At the northern end of the large and important Mexican rain forest system, the climate is mild and humid, with frequent rainy and foggy days. There has been student ministry in Xalapa before, but it has not been very active in recent years. Students are receptive to relational evangelism style. For more information about the university, go to www.uv.mx
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CHETUMAL, QUINTANA ROO (sheh-too-mahl, keen-tan-ah roo) University of Quintana Roo (UQROO) Located in the state capital of Quintana Roo on the Yucatan Peninsula, Chetumal (pop. 250,000) is the southernmost city of Mexico, on the border with the country of Belize. This campus serves 3000 students. There is also a large and well-established Technological University with around 1500 students. This is a private closed campus. Ministry would need to be approached off campus, building friendships and in other creative ways. Areas of study include Humanities and Technology, Social Anthropology, Energy Systems, Tourism, Marketing, Medicine, and English. Chetumal is located on a large, tranquil bay of the Caribbean Sea. The climate is very tropical year round. There are many indigenous groups represented in the area around the city and in nearby Belize. There are also many archeological sites, mainly Mayan pyramids and cities in the jungle area nearby. In contrast, McDonald's recently arrived in this southernmost city of México! Websites include: www.uqroo.mx, www.itchetumal.edu.mx
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CAMPECHE, CAMPECHE (kahm-peh-cheh) Autonomous University of Campeche (UAC) This university is only 15 years old. Between it and the two large Technological campuses, there are over 15,000 students in the city. All three campuses need to be targeted in this capital city on the Gulf of Mexico in the Yucatan peninsula. Areas of study include Accounting, Business, Engineering, Rural Development, Political Science and Agricultural Economics. Campeche is the capital of the state of the same name. It has a population of 200,000. It still has a very small town, traditional atmosphere. Campeche has a long history as a port city, and was often the target of marauding pirates. Although there is some evangelical work in Campeche, the university campuses are virtually unevangelized. For more information on the universities of Campeche: www.uacam.mx, www.itcampeche.edu.mx
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NUEVO LAREDO, TAMAULIPAS (nu-eh'-voh lah-reh-doh, tah-mah-li'-pahs) Autonomous University of Tamaulipas Technological Institute of Nuevo Laredo Nuevo Laredo has several fast growing technical schools and a campus of the Autonomous University of Tamaulipas, with more than 7000 students. Nuevo Laredo is one of the key border crossings for the Free Trade Agreement between Canada, the US and Mexico. It is directly across the border from Laredo, Texas. It is a very large and fast growing city, with much tourism and many transnational factories. The people are fairly responsive to the gospel. There has been interest among a few Christian students in beginning campus ministry. We have a good contact there. Areas of study include International Commerce, Engineering, Marketing and many others. For more information on the universities, see www.uat.edu.mx (Laredo campus) Technological Institute (downtown) no website, Phone 011-52-867-714-0022
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PUERTO VALLARTA, JALISCO (pwer-toh vah-yar-tah, hah-lees'-ko) Puerto Vallarta is a Pacific coast resort town with several new university and technological campuses. There are an estimated 15,000 students in the city. The range of study is everything from teacher education to engineering and technology. Puerto Vallarta is an older colonial city, a historical port, and also has a very developed tourist corridor with many beautiful hotels and resorts. Located on a very large bay, the climate is pleasant year round. There is plentiful shopping and medical facilities. There is also a large English speaking church in the city. Ministry would be coordinated with students from the student ministry in Guadalajara, who have investigated the possibilities here. The group would need to bring a Spanish speaker to help with coordination.
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LA PAZ, BAJA CALIFORNIA SUR (lah pahs, bah-hah) Autonomous University of Baja California Sur (UABCS) Technological Institute of La Paz Combined student population of 10,000+ in this interesting city. Some of the areas of study offered include Geology, Law, Modern Languages, Marine Biology and Engineering. No known campus ministry. A city of 200,000, La Paz is the capital of the state of Baja California Sur. It is about 1,000 miles south of San Diego, and just around 100 miles north of Los Cabos. The climate is hot and dry, semi-arid, sunny 361 days of the year. There is a strong US influence in the city, mostly Californian. Many US type restaurants can be found. The main industry of the entire area is tourism. Sailing, deep sea fishing and snorkeling are very popular. Also, in January and February thousands of tourists flock to La Paz to go whale watching. The cost of living is a little higher than in other areas of Mexico. Dollars and pesos are interchangeable in most businesses. Websites for the universities are:
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VERACRUZ, VERACRUZ (vehr-ah-crooz') Veracruz State University, Veracruz campus (UV) Technological Institute of Veracruz The city has two main campuses, the UV and the Tech with a combined student populated of around 30,000 students. There are another 25-30 private universities, technical schools, and business schools in the city (student population unknown). The city of Veracruz is a beautiful and historical port, both for the Mexican Navy and for international shipping. The city's historical downtown has a definite European feel, with its lovely Spanish colonial buildings and the many sidewalk cafes and coffee shops. The main UV campus is located to the south of the city, in the more modern Boca del Rio area, which has a small Miami beach feel to it. You will also find many beachfront 4-5 star hotels, shopping malls, and American fast food restaurants such as McDonald's, Burger King, etc. The climate is warm to hot and humid year round. The only time it varies is when one of the famous "nortes" blows in (cold air from the States and Canada). The beaches are lovely for sunbathing, but not great for swimming, as the city is a port. There is a long malecon (boardwalk) along these beaches, running for around 4 miles. This is a big hang out place for students in the evenings, especially on the weekends, making it a great place for outreach, especially relational evangelism. The students are receptive to the Gospel, especially when shared by the relational evangelism method. There are two small groups of Christian students (mostly Baptist) who are active here, and looking for help. Areas of study at these universities include Biology, Economics, Medicine, Industrial Engineering, and International Marketing. For more information, see the following websites: www.uv.mx (Veracruz campus)
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GUANAJUATO, GUANAJUATO (gwah-na-whát-toe) University of Guanajuato (UGTO) Wow! What a place to do ministry! A university city in the heart of Mexico. From downtown to uptown students are hanging out everywhere! In this historic, hilly, European flavored city known for its universities and the arts, there are cultural events year round. The most famous is the "Cervantino" Arts festival in the month of October. About 50,000 students attend classes at the imposing main campus, with many other (app. 20) smaller private schools scattered throughout the city. Located in the central plateau of Mexico, the city is at about 6300-ft. altitude. The climate is beautiful and moderate year round; mostly dry with some summer rains. The city is old, but comfortable. The nearby Guanajuato International Airport makes access to the city very easy. The university offers a wide variety of areas of study, including: Engineering, Medicine, Mining and Education. To see more on the university, go to www.ugto.mx Come see the mummies and the mines!
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AGUASCALIENTES, AGUASCALIENTES (ah-gwahs-cal-yen'-tes) Autonomous University of Auguascalientes
The capital city is home of the main and largest campus for this state university, with over 25,000 students, and there are also several private and technological schools in the city. Aguascalientes is a city of 750,000 located in the central highlands of Mexico, at an altitude of about 6500 ft. The climate is dry, arid and desert like (though not with such extreme temperatures). It is a large industrial area, and although rather isolated from major metropolitan areas like Mexico City, it has many modern amenities and store such as Wal-Mart and Sam's. Along with good local restaurants, you will even find McDonald's and Applebee's! Aguascalientes is a city of tremendous potential, located in Mexico's spiritual "Heart of Darkness", where less that 2% of the population know Jesus as their personal Savior. Areas of study include: Social Sciences, Humanities, Agriculture and Business Administration. For more information, see www.uaa.mx
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Tijuana, Baja California (tee-wah'-nah) Autonomous University of Baja California (AUBC) Tijuana campus Ensenada campus Institute of Technology of Tijuana
Everybody goes there! A popular destination for university students in Southern California, Tijuana is known for its 24/7 party places. You can help change the North American image and present the gospel to a prosperous group of young people. The more than 50,000 students in these universities are preparing to move into management level positions in this area's huge "maquiladora" industry (products assembled in Mexico then exported). They are preparing themselves in areas of study like International Relations, Business Administration, Computer Engineering, English, Tourism and Economics. The city of 3 million is changing and becoming very modern. This area has its famous beaches on the Pacific, stretching from Tijuana to Ensenada to Loreto. Be bold for Christ and go south of the border from California! For more information on the universities, website are: (Tijuana) www.uabc.mx ; (Ensenada) www.uttijuana.edu.mx
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ZACATECAS, ZACATECAS (zack'-ah-teh-kas) Autonomous University of Zacatecas (UAZ) Normal School (Teacher Training) of Zacatecas
Zacatecas is out in the middle of nowhere, but worth going to! Located in the desert of western Mexico, it has an altitude of more than 8,000 ft. with an arid, desert-like climate. On the route from Guadalajara to Saltillo, Zacatecas is a progressive city of around ½ million, with a long history and Spanish colonial architecture. The 21,000 students on the many campuses in the city study such things as Metallurgic Mining, Geology, Agriculture and Education. The state of Zacatecas is located in an area referred to by IMB personnel as "The Heart of Darkness because of the extremely low percentage of the population that is considered to know the Gospel (less than 2%). There is an IMB worker and several pastors who are eager to see these students reached and are very excited about receiving help. The potential is great in this city! The students are generally receptive to relational style evangelism. The state university website is: www.reduaz.mx The teacher training school has no website at the moment.
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GUADALAJARA, JALISCO (gwah-dah-lah-hah'-rah, hah-lees'-ko) "The Pearl of the West" University of Guadalajara (UDG) Autonomous University of Guadalajara (UAG)
This beautiful city of year round springtime, population 6,000,000+ is a great place to live, not just visit! Just ask the 30,000 Americans, mostly retired, and medical students who are already there. This mega city offers all amenities, from shopping malls, American restaurants like Chili's and McDonald's, and even better, wonderful restaurants that serve delicious "Mex-Mex" food, local favorites and cuisine. The colorful tourist market in the historic center of town has more than enough arts and crafts to fill you bags on the way home! The Baptist Student Center is located directly across from the main campus of the UAG, the largest university of the town's 100 plus campuses. The estimated student population of the city is over 225,000! The Baptist and other Christian students have a solid, small ministry, but their desire is to reach many more students with the Gospel. They are anxiously waiting for God to send them helpers. Maybe your Campus Ministry group is the answer to their prayers! The universities offer all types of degrees, including medical, engineering, tourism and education. To communicate with the Baptist Student leadership, you can write Jorge at cega78@hotmail.com For more information on the largest universities, see: www.cucsh.udg.mx Universidad de Guadalajara www.uag.mx Autonomous University of Guadalajara
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TORREON, COAHUILA (toe-ray-ohn', kwha-whee'-lah) GOMEZ PALACIOS (sister city, suburb) Autonomous University of Coahuila (UADEC, Torreon campus) Autonomous University of La Laguna, A.C.
A sprawling city of more than 1,000,000, located in the north central desert area of the country, Torreon lies about 7 hours west of the McAllen, Texas border. An industrial and agricultural center for much of this area, Torreon is very progressive and has very nice hotels, shopping and restaurants. At 6,000 ft. in altitude, the climate can be extreme, very hot in summer and fairly cold in the winter months. The 24,000 students are located on the two main university campuses, as well as in various private institutions of higher learning scattered throughout the city. Areas of study include social work, accounting and business, metallurgical engineering, and communication sciences. The students, as well as the majority of inhabitants are friendly and welcoming, and on the whole, receptive to the gospel when shared courteously and respectfully. There are several evangelical churches in the city, but the university students here, as in other areas are mainly unevangelized. To see more about the two main university campuses, go to: Autonomous University or Coahuila www.uadec.mx Autonomous University of La Laguna www.ual.mx
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SAN LUIS POTOSI, SLP (sahn loo-ees' po-to-see') Autonomous University of San Luis Potosi (UASLP) Technological Institute of San Luis Potosi (ITSLP)
At an altitude of 6,500 ft, San Luis Potosi sits on the north central plateau of Mexico. Its location halfway between the Texas border and Mexico City on the main trucking route makes it a major customs checking area for much of the imported goods from the US and Canada. This location has led to major industrial growth in recent years and the city is home to many foreign businesses and factories. The climate is dry and cool year round. San Luis offers many modern amenities and has very nice hotels, restaurants and shopping, as well as many traditional and typical offerings. There are around 40,000 university students in the city, mostly on the two large main state campuses, but also in many smaller, private schools. Some areas of study include Law, Physics, Industrial Design, Geology, and Computer Sciences. Pastors and churches in this rapidly growing city recognize the need to reach the students and are willing to help. What is needed is a catalyst to get it going. A Campus2Campus ministry could see rapid results in San Luis Potosi! Accepting this assignment would be a great challenge and a great opportunity to see God work! Websites are: www.uaslp.mx ; www.itslp.edu.mx
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CIUDAD OBREGON, SONORA (see-oo-dahd' oh-breh-gohn', so-no'-rah) Technological Institute of Sonora (ITSON)
Ciudad Obregon is located on the northwest coast of Mexico, a 7-hour drive south of Nogales, Arizona. It is also just a few miles inland from the Sea of Cortez, making it a popular destination for sport fishing enthusiasts from the western US. Just above sea level, the climate is mostly hot, dry and desert like and the surrounding area is very flat. Ciudad Obregon boasts a large agricultural industry and many new companies are springing up. The city still preserves its small town Mexico atmosphere, but has many modern restaurants, hotels, and even has a Wal-Mart Super Center! The students at the Tech study in areas such as Veterinarian Medicine, Food Technology, Accounting and Nursing. A Christian doctor and wife have been instrumental in beginning viable outreach and activities for students and are open to working with a Campus ministry from the US to reach more students for Christ. See more about the Tech at www.itson.mx
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NUEVAS CASAS GRANDES, CHIHUAHUA (nuway'-vahs cah-sas gran'-dehs)
Nuevas Casas Grandes is a city of 150,000 located about 2 ½ hours southwest of Chihuahua in the largest state of Mexico. With an arid desert-like climate, at an altitude of 4500 ft., the climate is extreme, ranging from freezing temperatures in the winter months to 110 F in the summer. Although many American style businesses are making their appearances in the city, it is still largely traditional Mexican, with small hotels and restaurants serving the Mexican cuisine of the 'norteños' (delicious!) The town has several private universities and technological schools involving students from upper level high school and university age. Areas of study include Agricultural Science, Industrial engineering, Computer Science and Economics. The Campus ministry from Ciudad Juarez has begun outreach and training for campus leadership and has seen rapid response. They are praying for immediate help from a campus in the US that will work with them to target these young people. Ministry here would be coordinated through the campus ministers for Cd. Juarez, Dr. and Dra. Misael and Doris Loera. misaelo@hotmail.com
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LOS MOCHIS, SINALOA (lohs moh'-chees, seen-ah-lo'-ah) Technological Institute of Los Mochis (ITM)
Los Mochis is a city of 400,000 located in northwest Mexico, just above Mazatlan and a few miles inland from the Sea of Cortez. It offers a ferry service (8 hours overnight) to La Paz, Baja California Sur. The area is flat, humid and generally hot, about sea level. It is growing quickly and has many modern amenities, including air-conditioned malls, hotels and restaurants (Air conditioning is not common in many Mexican cities). The economy is largely dependent on agriculture and small industries. The Tech campus is the main university in the city and offers areas of study such as accounting, industrial engineering, biochemistry, electrical engineering and many other areas. The administration has been very receptive to student exchanges and has welcomed groups who have given conferences or presentations about moral values, music and drama. Particularly significant was the fact that the school gave permission for a state owned auditorium to be used for several presentations, indicating openness. There are some young people (English speakers) who are open to working with a Campus2Campus interchange in order to reach the students of Los Mochis. For more information on the Tech, see www.itmochis.edu.mx
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TLAXCALA, TLAXCALA (tuh-lahx’-kah-lah) AUTONOMOUS UNIVERSITY OF TLAXCALA (UATX) TECHNOLOGICAL INSTITUTE OF APIZACO ((nearby city) The Rhode Island of Mexico, Tlaxcala is the smallest state in the country. Steeped in tradition, this beautiful historical capital city is home to the main campus of the state university (17,500 students on 3 campuses). The lovely downtown main square has a distinctly European atmosphere and there are numerous sidewalk cafes and coffee shops where one can sit and watch the world go by at a tranquil pace. Just a few miles away, the fascinating archeological sites of several pre-Aztec pyramids give a glimpse of the state’s long history and influence. There are numerous Catholic churches, monasteries and convents, as well as haciendas from the Spanish Colonial period. Located about 85 miles to the east of Mexico City, Tlaxcala has all modern amenities, nice hotels and many very good restaurants. Tlaxcala is one of the poorest states in Mexico, but has seen much economic growth in recent years. The influx of many factories and laboratories is responsible for the extensive system of universities and technological schools. Surprisingly, Tlaxcala is the only state to have elected a woman governor. There have been limited efforts to begin student ministry here, but a real concerted effort is needed. There is a Baptist church in the city to possibly connect with. The students have been receptive to the Gospel in previous years. Areas of study include Political Science, Administrations, all areas of Engineering, and Special Education. To see more about the university and tech, go to www.itapizaco.edu.mx
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DURANGO, DURANGO (doo-rahn’-goh) JUAREZ UNIVERSITY OF THE STATE OF DURANGO (UJED) TECHNOLOGICAL INSTITUTE OF DURANGO (ITD) Durango is an old town located in the foothills of Mexico’s Sierra Madre mountain chain, in the northwest of the country. Many of the old Wild West cowboy films were made in this area. John Wayne may still be hanging around out there somewhere! The landscape is rugged and dry, but the city itself (around 450,000 pop.) is growing and very modern. Small shopping center and fast food restaurants are located around the city. There are good hotels and a lovely colonial style downtown area. The climate is extreme, from hot in the summer to cold in the winter. The state university has a total of 28,000 students on six different campuses throughout the state. The students are progressive and open to Bible study. Areas of study include: Law, Social Work, Physical Education, Education, and Business administration.
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