Sierra Namvari

American University of Paris

Paris, France

How did you choose AUP? 

I decided to study abroad mainly for the purpose of transferring after the first year. The more I looked into this opportunity though, I really started to like it, especially after visiting Paris. I think It’ll help me become more independent, plus the city is absolutely gorgeous. 

What aspects of French culture are you interested in learning more about during your time abroad?

I’m looking forward to meeting new people, figuring out why the French run red lights constantly, and getting to eat amazing food everyday.

Mafalda Corral

Univerisidad de Francisco Vitoria

Madrid, Spain

Why did you decide to study abroad, and how did you choose which country to go to? 

“I decided to study abroad because I want to experience life in Europe and travel, and also reconnect with my culture and live around my family again. I was born in Spain and moved to the U.S. eight years ago, and always knew that I would want to go back at some point. That’s why I chose Madrid specifically, and this school has a lot of values that I resonate with. It has really good international programs to do exchange semesters in other parts of Europe and other countries too; it also has a huge humanitarian approach and philosophy [program]. I’m [not only] really excited to start a new chapter of my life in Spain, but also about the fashion and music taste that people have there [including] Madrid’s nightlife.”

Lolo Bury

La Universidad de San Andrés Victoria

Buenos Aires, Argentina

What part of this new chapter of your life are you most excited about? 

“I am most looking forward to establishing myself in my culture and bettering myself in ways that I think I can only do out of the [U.S]. Immersing yourself [in Argentina] is like being in a different world. I want to learn more about my culture and travel to parts I haven’t been to. I want to learn about my family history and become closer with those I rarely saw growing up. Since I’m studying economics and finance, I think that going somewhere where the inflation rate has been high for a long time will help me to better understand worldwide issues. The economy in Argentina is not the best, but I hope to be of help and spread the ideals that make the United States so much more stable. I want to serve as a bridge between the two and take my knowledge that I have from living and learning here to a foreign country.”

Kendra OConnor

Roehampton University

London, UK

What made you decide to study abroad in the first place and how did you decide what country/school to choose?  

“I’m going to London to attend Roehampton University.  I’ve always wanted to leave the US and I chose to go to London because they have an amazing film program at the university I’m attending.”

What are you most looking forward to about this opportunity? 

“I’m hoping to experience a different culture that I’m not used to and I’m excited to meet new people.”