Bequette attends language village immersion program
Published 4:32 pm Friday, August 15, 2014
Redmond resident Michael Bequette participated in the Concordia Language Villages program by attending a two-week youth immersion session at El Lago del Bosque, the Spanish Language Village, located near Marine on St. Croix, Minn.
By attending El Lago del Bosque, Bequette experienced a simulated visit to another country. He was issued a passport, exchanged currency and adopted a new name. By interacting with staff from all over the world, he also learned about the many opportunities available to those who speak more than one language. Bequette was immersed in the language and culture of another country through large and small learning groups, authentic foods, holiday celebrations, re-enactments of historic events, songs, dances, crafts, games and everyday conversations.
Concordia Language Villages is a recognized leader in global education offering 15 world language programs. It attracts more than 10,000 youth, educators and adults annually from all 50 states and more than 40 countries. Youth ages 7-18 and adults of all language experience levels can take advantage of on-site learning options ranging from a weekend to four weeks.
