A researcher's stay at the National University of Colombia (UNAL) has allowed for in-depth study of school coexistence and bullying in Latin America. During his time there, the researcher participated in research activities, seminars, and gained a different perspective on the Colombian educational context.
A new project is being developed that aims to relate parental upbringing styles with bullying roles and school adjustment. This initiative complements previous research on coexistence in educational settings.
The researcher emphasizes the personal growth achieved by leaving his usual environment, adapting to new realities, and facing different ways of thinking. The in-person experience in the university world as a researcher, especially after a remotely completed thesis, has been fundamental.
“"I love Colombian culture because everyone is extremely friendly."
The close interaction with people and the Colombian cultural richness have enriched the experience beyond the academic. Despite having to request a temporary leave from his job, the researcher is very satisfied with this decision.
On a curricular level, the stay has strengthened his profile as an international researcher, which is key in his field. Beyond the curriculum, he has gained a more open and contextualized understanding of education and research, along with tools, confidence, and a network of contacts for future collaborations.
ceiA3 has been instrumental in facilitating the exchange process, ensuring it proceeded without major difficulties. The attention provided by Alessandra to the researcher's doubts and concerns was highly appreciated.
The experience is considered very significant on a personal and educational level, and it is expected to leave a lasting impact on future lines of work and research. The National University is one of the top universities in Latin America, with an excellent team fostering the researcher's daily growth.
This stay is opening doors to transnational and comparative research across different contexts, reinforcing the motivation for an international research career committed to diverse settings.
