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Larry M.
Freemar, MO
Student: 1996 +

"First of all, let me congratulate Conversa on their 35th anniversary. Secondly, let me introduce myself; my name is Larry Marshall, and I'm a long time student and friend of Conversa. As a matter of fact I am delighted to be on the campus in Santa Ana at this writing. My history with Conversa goes back to August 13, 1996 when I attended my first Spanish class at Conversa. I was so impressed with the effective methods of instruction that I returned many, many times in the subsequent years.

In order to last thirty-five years, Conversa has to be doing something right. Student services are excellent. What a relief for the first time student to be met at the airport and taken directly to the homestay to be personally introduced to the host family who has experience in attending foreign students. Classes are very small with personal attention to each student's needs. Meals are served on the campus. Wednesday lectures with all levels present are helpful. It's a thrill just to be among the beauty of nature on that mountain in Santa Ana.

My experiences were so positive that I trusted Conversa with my own students from home. The last few years of my own career I brought students from Belton High School back in Missouri to study during Semana Santa. One of those students later returned to Costa Rica for his wedding and honeymoon. I can surely recommend and endorse Conversa to persons of any age and any level of Spanish. Their faculty and staff are trained, efficient, and friendly. The campus is beautiful with a panoramic view of the Central Valley. The student services and amenities are all very thoughtful.

¡Pura Vida!"