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My name is Malene Hold, I’m 25 years old and originally from Denmark. I studied an undergrad in Intercultural Marketing Communication at Copenhagen Business School, and decided to pursue a Master’s Degree at New York University. I recently finished my first year at NYU where I’m studying a MS in Integrated Marketing. I chose NYU because it is in the heart of the capital of media, marketing, and communication. This leaves great opportunities for internships, the possibility to build a strong network, and you get to learn from some of the most experienced professors in the world. In my leisure time, I love creating content on my social media platforms. I’m a heavy user of TikTok, where I love to share everyday snippets of my life here in New York, how it is to study at NYU, and the cultural differences. Since I came to the U.S. last year, I’ve grown my TikTok into almost 50,000 followers - and I’m excited to see where it can go! Updated 1/25/24
I am an international student from Guatemala, last spring semester 2023 I finished my certificate in animation, this fall semester 2023 I started my AA-T in Business Administration. I love crafts and art, I enjoy music at its best, I love spending time with my family, friends and my pets. I have 1 dog named Droopy who I love with all my soul. I love reading and imagining when reading a book. I love learning about new cultures and traditions as well as I like to show my culture and traditions. Updated 1/25/24 Juliana is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Geotechnical Engineering at Purdue University, USA. The first 2 years were funded by Science without Borders, a Brazilian scholarship. Now she is also working as a Graduate Assistant for the Women in Engineering Program at Purdue University. Juliana is part of the research group Rock Mechanics Tunneling & Engineering Geology supervised by Dr. Antonio Bobet. She has a master's degree in Civil Engineering, focusing on Geotechnical Engineering from Purdue University (2017), funded by the same Brazilian scholarship, and participated in the research group COFFEE (Center for Offshore, Foundation, and Energy Engineering). Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from UNISUL - University of Southern Santa Catarina (2013), participated in the research project: Geotechnical Monitoring, landslides and flooding for risk determination Areas, funded by Foundation for Research and Innovation Support of Santa Catarina State, FAPESC -Brazil fellowship. During her bachelor’s, she studied abroad in the Netherlands at HZ University of applied sciences (08/2012 - 08/2013), with a scholarship from Science without Borders, Brazilian Government. Participated in the research group "Building with Nature," Project: Measuring the impact of oyster reefs on reducing wave height in the laboratory and the field for protection of structures and coastal protection. Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communication from UNISUL - University of Southern Santa Catarina (2007). She has working experience in Civil Engineering, with an emphasis on Geotechnical Engineering. Updated 12/4/23 My name is Maria Fernanda Sagastume, I am a Biomedical Engineer, STEM Educator and I have an MBA in Healthcare Management. My passion is to educate, connect, and create value. I am a mentor for young girls and young adults considering careers in STEM and I volunteer with different organizations promoting women entrepreneurship and STEM Education. I currently work as a Community Outreach Coordinator at Florida Tech's Center for Advanced Manufacturing and Innovative Design (CAMID). Updated 12/4/23
I am an international student from Bangladesh. I came to NYC in 2021 to pursue a Bachelor's degree in both mathematics and computer science in St. Joseph's University, Brooklyn. I chose this college because of the generous scholarship and the small classroom size. I am also part of the Honors program. Apart from studying I have been involved in different extracurricular activities -- Treasurer of Student Government (2021), President of the Computer Club (2022), Organization Committee of PyData NYC etc. However, I do not live and breathe math or coding languages; I love watching movies and reading books. If you want to have a quick conversation with me, always start with movies, or better yet, start with how much you love Harry Potter! Updated 12/4/23 Salomo Setiawan is a multifaceted individual who combines his dedication as a computer science student at Los Angeles Pierce College with a passion for music. Originally from Indonesia, Salomo has always dreamed of studying in America. His journey of adapting to a new culture and education system has been a rich learning experience. Juggling academic responsibilities and a part-time campus job, he has honed his skills in time management and prioritization. In addition to his academic pursuits, Salomo is a talented musician, and he has recently released a single that showcases his musical prowess. Being an international student in the United States is a blessing that he cherishes deeply, as it offers him opportunities to grow both as a student and an artist. Updated 12/4/23
I grew up in Caracas the capital city of Venezuela. I am studying Finance and Business Economics at North Central College in Illinois. I went to North Central College because of the Golf team, the great scholarship they offer me, the hundreds of extracurricular activities they offer on campus, the location, and because it is a small college where I can talk and know my professors. My hobbies are golf, Netflix, and go out with my friends. Extracurriculars
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Hi! I’m Iuliia, a Ph.D. candidate in Second Language Studies at the University of Mississippi. Originally, I come from a small town in Siberia, Russia, but I've been living and studying in the States for 6 years now. I first came to the U.S. as a Fulbright Teaching Assistant in 2017 to teach Russian to American students and learn more about American culture. Then I got my MA in Applied Linguistics and TESOL and joined the doctorate program to pursue my dream to become a professor at a U.S. university. All these years I’ve been working as a graduate instructor of record helping my American students become fluent in Russian. I also take part in extracurricular activities at my university. With my friends and fellow students, we started the Graduate student committee and now organize various professional events for the graduate students of our department, including the Graduate Student Colloquium in Applied Linguistics and TESO (aka Working papers) and Job Search Workshop tailored for linguistics and language teaching graduates. In my free time, I like to make beautiful cakes and take care of my numerous houseplants. Updated 10/31/23
I grew up in Bombay, India, and attended school and completed junior college before moving to Fort Worth, TX for my undergraduate education majoring in mechanical engineering. My sister also attended TCU and having visited the university before gave me a sense of familiarity. Additionally, speaking with the faculty, and learning about the program was one of my major reasons to attend TCU. The smaller class size made me feel like more than just a student ID number. Along with my academics, I was president of a South Asian organization as well as a Robotics club in the engineering department. We hosted multiple cultural and academic events to spread cultural awareness and give students the opportunity to explore their academic interests. I also worked a number of on-campus jobs in the engineering, housing, and student success departments to gain experience in different fields and take care of personal finances. Updated 10/31/23
I was born in Armenia — Erevan, the capital — I lived and studied there until my middle school. Afterwards, me and my parents moved to Russia, Moscow, that is where I graduated from high school and decided to move again to America for education purposes. I am very passionate about art in general, I do spend a lot of time in the museums in every city I visit. I also was a dancer for more than 15 years, I did stop eventually though. I go to school to meet my future career path, which is being a web designer. Updated 10/31/23
My name is Umas Nangavulan, and I am an international student from Taiwan. I recently graduated from the University of Northern Iowa with my BSW degree. Now, I am back at the University of Northern Iowa, and working in the Office of International Engagement and Office of International Admissions. I was involved in the International Student Promoter, Global Panther Success team, and Social Work Students Association. My hobbies are learning K-pop chores and badminton. Updated 10/31/23
I am an international student in the United States from Nepal. I started my undergraduate journey at State University of New York at Oswego during Fall '19 semester and recently graduated (May '23) with a double major in Anthropology and Global & International Studies. During my time on campus, I was also an international student ambassador, student intern, and Resident Assistant (more of this will be on my resume). Moreover, I am also experienced in areas such as taking TOEFL and SAT tests, going through the CPT process both on campus and off campus, going through the OPT process, and so on. My hobbies include travelling, dancing, and hiking. An interesting fact about me is that I am fluent in 3 different languages. Updated 10/31/23
My name is Selina Lu, and I am an international student from China. I decided to pursue my bachelor’s degree at the Eller college of management in the University of Arizona. I would like to use 3 words to describe myself: detail-oriented, energetic, and ambitious. My major are MIS, OSCM(operation supply chain management)and ENRT (Entrepreneurship) and minor in computer science. I love working with others, as a team player, I have been involved in several volunteering to help animals and the elderly. These experiences gave me a lot of opportunities to communicate with different kinds of people from different cultures or countries. I am so glad that I could help them to do something significantly. Since I begin my college life, I have become an active member of the UA community. I am the president of Eller Chinese Student Council and being the position for 2 year. I was holding a great amount of event with my members and other clubs. Some fun facts: My hobbies are cooking, swimming, vlogging, fitness. I have a dog, Cash, and a cat, Yunni. I live in Tucson for 5 years. Updated 10/31/23
I am Ignacio Dulón De Ugarte, a dedicated Finance major at North Central College with a passion for continuous learning and a focus on preparing for the CFA exam. My diverse experiences range from customer service to public speaking and intercultural communication, which I've honed through various roles on and off-campus. As an Education Abroad Student Ambassador for nine months, I've engaged with peers through presentations and mentoring, enhancing my public speaking and cultural adaptability. My part-time work at the Center for Global Education has further developed my organizational skills, including creating marketing materials and managing sensitive information with discretion. My remote externship with PwC exposed me to nonprofit consulting, sharpening my attention to detail in a professional context. Previously, as a waiter in Bolivia, I mastered multitasking and customer service excellence. Additionally, my time as a Spanish Tutor at North Central College allowed me to apply my bilingual skills to assist others in their language acquisition journey. Overall, my varied background has prepared me for the challenges of the finance industry, where I aim to leverage my skill set for impactful analysis and strategy. Updated 10/31/23 |
I am currently studying biochemical engineering at Skagit Valley College. I was born in Gangnam Seoul South Korea and spent most of my youth there. I did live in California for two years during my 4th and 5th years of elementary school. I currently am attending Skagit Valley to obtain good grades and transfer into a prestigious 4-year institution. During my free time I usually like to watch movies and K dramas at home or sometimes I also enjoy going out to shop at outlets and malls. One interesting fact about me would be that I have a 1 year old dog that is living at my house back in Seoul. I also am staying with a 7 year old dog with me in my homestay house. Updated 1/25/24
I grew up in Nigeria, arrived in the United States right after I was done with high school. I have been here for 7+ years and I finished college right in the middle of the pandemic. I studied at Berea College, which only accepts one student per country (it was 2 for my year). I am also a content creator and have a brand focused on helping international students. I studied Computer science and Tech design (double major). I am also a personal finance nerd and love all discussions about financial growth. I love to write also and I have a book specifically for helping international students. Updated 12/13/23 I’m Leslie Moreno, a graduate student recently admitted to the M.A. in Linguistics at the Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton, FL. I’m from Colombia, and I graduated from the University of Quindío with a bachelor’s degree in Modern Languages. I have always been interested in languages and how through them we can get to know society and the world better! That’s why during my undergraduate studies, I was always looking for opportunities to learn and expand my knowledge through research and teaching. It’s thanks to these experiences that now I obtained an appointment as a Graduate Teaching Assistantship to support my master’s studies in the USA. Updated 12/4/23 Valeria Renée Rivera, a trilingual professional from El Salvador, graduated from Lycoming College in '22 with majors in Business Administration & Commercial Design and a minor in Art History. She currently works in Marketing at Study in the USA, Inc., specializing in digital marketing and graphic design. Passionate about arts, culture, and digital media, she scored 110/120 on the TOEFL test in 2018. Updated 12/4/23
My name is Darta Dalecka, I am a third-year student at UNI and I am on the UNI tennis team. I am from a country called Latvia. Latvia can be found on the northeastern edge of Europe. My main language is Latvian, and I am also good at English, and I can understand and speak a bit of Russian. I have been lucky to visit 20 countries, mainly for tennis tournaments. It's been a great experience because I got to learn about different cultures and try new foods. I was born in Riga, the capital of Latvia, but I live in a village called Jaunmarupe, just 15 min away from Riga. My family lives with me, and we have two pets, a turtle, and a dog, which make our home more fun. I enjoy traveling to other countries, spending time with my family and friends, and listening to music. Updated 12/4/23
I grew up in Caracas, Venezuela. I study Biomedical Engineering (master's) with a focus on modeling and AI. For my thesis, I am developing an AI algorithm to predict how blood will flow inside vessels with abnormalities and inside the ventricles in the heart. I chose Florida Tech because the biomedical engineering program was recommended to me. Its diverse international population and the small size of the campus make it easy to participate in a research lab. My expectation with that regard has been met because I have been part of three different research groups, spanning from creating chemical substances to absorb toxins and store molecules, imaging and synthesizing hydrogels for tendon replacement, and developing AI algorithms for the treatment of cardiovascular disease, my favorite! At Florida Tech I had the opportunity to be super involved through my years here. As soon as I came to campus I joined the Latin American student association. I learned how to dance salsa, merengue and bachata with them! I made so many friends with whom I shared large parts of my culture, even people from the same city! I ended up joining their dance group for the next three years and participating in Florida Tech's annual international festival, where we put together choreographies for all campus to watch. I grew a bit older and experienced in the organization so after a couple years I went from being the person who was learning how to dance to the instructor that put together the routine. Updated 11/20/23
I was born in Luxembourg from Italian parents in 1999, then because of my dad's job we moved to Milan when I was 2 years old. Growing up, at the age of 7 years old, I was selected to join the ACMilan academy, one of the best soccer academies in Europe. I've been playing there for 10 years to then move around pursuing my professional career, I lived in Bari, Florence, Como, Civitanova, to then come back to Milan. My academic education was quite complicated because I had to change several High Schools and Universities in order to be able to stay on the top of it. Besides my soccer career and the academics, I started also working on my personal image on social media, and now I count around 500k followers across TikTok, Facebook and Instagram by delivering soccer educational type of content. Since I started working with social media, I have loved it and I studied and learned a lot about that world, and I found out I was good at it! For this reason, I decided, along with my brother, to open an LLC here in Miami to provide social media services to brands, and nowadays we partnered with 20+ brands all over the world! Updated 3/18/24
I have taught Arabic as a foreign language in several places including the Middle Eastern Studies Center in Kansas City, The TAFL Center at Alexandria University in Egypt, The University of Texas at Austin, and the AALIM Institute in Morocco. I have demonstrated an ability to teach, motivate, and direct students at a variety of academic levels and consistently maintain excellent relations with students, faculty, and administrators. I received a special diploma in counseling in 2015 and a TOT certificate (Training of Trainers) from NCEE (The National Center on Education and the Economy). I earned my bachelor’s degree in education and English Arts in 1993, a diploma in TESL from England, University of Exeter, School of Education in 2001, and a diploma in TAFL from Alexandria University, Egypt in 2010. I am also a certified OPI tester. I have served as a panel member for TCLP (the Teachers for Critical Languages Program) to select Egyptian and Moroccan instructors for an opportunity to travel to the U.S. and teach Arabic. I worked for the American Councils for International Education for over 12 years, first as an Arabic language instructor and then serving as the Academic Coordinator of the Arabic Overseas Flagship program in Meknes, Morocco. As the Academic Coordinator, I oversaw the academic curriculum and instruction of the Arabic Overseas Flagship program and led a team of talented Moroccan and Egyptian teachers to provide superior-level language instruction to Flagship Overseas Capstone students. I have experience in curriculum development and designed an Introduction in Translation course, materials in Intermediate and Advanced Egyptian Colloquial Arabic, and materials in Advanced and Superior Modern Standard Arabic content-based courses for the Arabic Overseas Flagship Capstone program. I am currently pursuing my master’s and Ph.D. degrees in Modern Languages at the University of Mississippi and teach Arabic at the Arabic Flagship Program at the University of Mississippi, Department of Modern Languages. Updated 10/31/23
Hello, my name is Mevlon Pozhari, and I am from Kosovo. I studied Natural Sciences in high school and am currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Organizational Leadership. I go to University of Northern Iowa. I chose Organizational Leadership because it allows me to manage people inside a company while taking into account people's personal beliefs, religions, and identities, as well as finding solutions to various challenges within the organization. During high school, I participated in extracurricular activities with various Clubs, NGO's, and primarily focused on topics such as human rights, environmental rights, social problems within various societies, and a special emphasis on creating programs for young people to be active citizens within society. Reading, art, and photography are some of my interests. I appreciate it when people share their cultures with others because it draws us closer together in that nothing else can. Updated 10/31/23
Hi, I am Sofia! I am originally from Santiago, Chile but I have lived in India, Japan, England, China, Chile, and the U.S. I am studying English with a minor in Public Relations at The University of Arizona. I chose UArizona for its perfect mix of academics and student life. I love to read, write, thrift, and spend time with my friends exploring everything Tucson has to offer. I am very involved in my sorority, Kappa Alpha Theta as the current Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. I am also involved in UArizona's chapter of PRSSA. Updated 10/31/23
I grew up in Virum, Denmark a small town right new to Copenhagen. I just finished my massage degree in Denmark and are working as a masseuse the age of 7 till my sophomore year in college. When studying in the U.S. I went to University of North Georgia (UNG), where I was highly involved, doing college sports the first two years, followed by leading their Sustainability organization, becoming an Academic Honors student, being involved in Ethics Bowl, and becoming a Rhodes Finalist. I also became the President of UNG’s Student Government Association my senior year, which was a huge and very meaningful experience. I just finished my massage degree in Denmark and am working as a masseuse now combined with some therapeutic work, until I start a degree in Physical therapy next year. Updated 10/31/23
I grew up in Prague, Czech Republic in a multi-cultural household (my mother is Czech, my father is Palestinian), so I was always surrounded by a lot of different traditions, cultures, and languages. I attended international school since I was a child (english preschool, high school, and undergrad) where I was able to meet even more people from different backgrounds which expanded my world views as well. For my undergrad I studied Journalism and Communications which helped me hone my storytelling and writing skills, as well as photography, videography and hosting a radio show. I would consider myself a very creative person, so this degree was perfect in channeling my creativity in a more practical setting. Currently I attend NYU doing my MS in Integrated Marketing. I chose this program because I worked as a copywriter in a marketing company in Prague and I liked the idea of Marketing and Advertising as a future career, however, I wanted to learn more about the analytical part of it and for that I knew I needed a good school. In my free time I’m a very active person - I play tennis, do various workout classes (yoga, pilates, barre), in Prague I also play golf. What I also love about NYC is that it’s a walk-able city, so no matter the weather I will always choose to walk wherever I need to go because it helps keep me active every day, and because it’s NYC there is always something new I see even if I take the same route. I also play piano (unfortunately not in NYC because it wouldn’t fit in my apartment) and sing so I love going to karaoke with my friends. I love to cook so we often have different culture-themed nights with my friends where we all cook together. Updated 10/31/23
I'm currently enrolled at De Anza College, majoring in Computer Engineering, and I've recently moved to California. Studying in the USA was a dream I dreamed about when I was in class 7. I was in class 2 when I decided I wanted to pursue my career in the Technology field and when I got more knowledge about that field I chose Computer engineering because I wanted to gain equal knowledge on both hardware and software. Updated 10/31/23 |
