What Students and Teachers Had to Say:

I am very glad that I had this opportunity to express myself and to get to know people from other countries, not only the students, but the educators as well that shared their knowledge. I never thought I would have this chance to meet such interesting people and to learn about this cooperation between Asia-American Pacific countries. Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge with me. I hope you still keep doing this!
Andres Labadie
Student
Universidad de Monterrey
Mexico

All my life I have been given a view of the world primarily from the United States perspective and now I see the world in a different light. Knowing all perspectives will make for a more united and interdependent world, and interdependence is the foundation of globalization and will serve to better member economies and promote diverse education.
Joanna Becker
Student
Cranford High School
New Jersey

I learned so much about commerce, the economy, trade, not only of Mexico, but other countries. I learned that we need interdependence to trade and help each other be better. I am so fascinated and happy.
Margarita Castilla
Student
Universidad Regiomontana
Mexico

This program allowed for students and teachers to share experiences and learn new ideas and about new cultures. Looking at APEC from a variety of perspectives broadened everyone’s thinking and appreciation for different points of views and approaches to problems. Interdependence is key in a world that is increasingly becoming very small and more connected every day.
Diana O’Donnell
Educator
School District 21
Wheeling, Illinois