Mr. Gustavo Artaza was born in Asuncion, Paraguay. He received a BA in Sociology and Business Law from the University of Texas. He founded International Studies Abroad in 1987 and later founded Learning Programs International in 1991 to assist students in their study abroad experience. While in High School, Mr. Artaza participated in a missionary program to help rural people in Guatemala in 1976 which profoundly changed his outlook in life. He enjoys working with non-profit charity organizations here in the US and overseas. He has traveled extensively throughout Latin America, South America and Europe. He is the proud father of three girls and a boy.

What is your favorite holiday and why?
The summer vacation because I get to spend time with my family.

If you could have dinner with a famous person living or dead who would it be?
I would enjoy having dinner with Christopher Columbus because he was a visionary person with convictions and an explorer.

If you could visit anywhere in the world where would you go?
I have been fortunate to visit many places, but I'm still looking forward to my trip to Nepal and Mt Everest.

What do you like best about working with ELAP?
Helping students understand the value of community service and showing the people who they help that there are people out there who care about them.