Connect with GLO Fellows & Ambassadors

Hi! I'm Lindsay Beer, a second year studying Biomedical Engineering and Entrepreneurship. Over the summer I spent 5 weeks in Florence as part of the Leading a Renaissance Then and Now program! Between taking part in Lupa contrada traditions, traveling with friends, and immersing myself in both the food and Italian culture, I grew in countless ways. Studying abroad was undoubtedly the highlight of my Northwestern experience so far. I'd love to talk or answer any questions about the study abroad experience or opportunities.

Hi everyone! My name is Caroline Brody and a I am a third year student studying political science, data science, and marketing. In the fall of 2024, I participated in the University College London (UCL) exchange program through Northwestern. Living and learning in London came with great triumphs and great challenges, yet it was wholeheartedly transformative in the best way. I can confidently say that my time abroad taught me more about myself than any past academic or travel experience, and I would love to share my insights with prospective study abroad students. 

Hi, my name is Ashley and I’m a junior majoring in economics and international studies with a minor in data science! I studied abroad in Madrid in the IES Madrid Language and Area Studies program, and I would love to share with you my experience seeking fluency in Spanish, cultural immersion, and developing academically and professionally while abroad. 

Hi, my name is Bernard Chen (he/him/his). I am a second-year studying biological sciences and Chinese. I studied abroad in Athens, Greece in the summer of 2023. From meeting some really awesome locals to experiencing some of the best ice cream to ever exist, my month in Greece was a time in my life where I really broadened my horizons and became aware of the importance of experiencing different cultures. Do not sleep on studying abroad!

I'm Yaren Cinar, class of 2026. I'm currently majoring in Economics and minoring in Mathematics. I participated in the London School of Economics & Political Science Summer School during Summer 2023. My time at LSE has been one of my favorite experiences at college so far. On top of all the invaluable friendships I've made, I know that I wouldn't be able to learn as much as I learned from being physically present in the UK professional environment and connect with as many people as I could by attending in-person networking events. Studying abroad has many opportunities that you may not even realize at this time waiting for you.

Hi! I'm Meri Danielyan, an international student from Armenia. I'm currently a sophomore, studying psychology. I completed the Spanish Language and Culture Summer Program in Barcelona during the summer of 2023. Studying abroad was one of the best decisions of my life as it was a perfect opportunity to step out of my comfort zone while getting acquainted with a new culture and improving my Spanish.

Hi! My name is Faith, I’m a Computer Science and Cognitive Science major. I studied abroad in Italy for the Florence: Leading a Renaissance Then and Now Program. My experience was genuinely life-changing, and getting to fully immerse myself in a new culture was incredibly eye-opening for me; it really showed me that we all have so much to learn from each other!

Hi! I'm Kimberly (she/her) and I studied abroad in Seoul, South Korea through the Yonsei International Summer School in 2024. I'm majoring in Cognitive Science and Communication Studies with an area of study in Health Communication.

After taking a few Korean-language courses in high school and at Northwestern, I was confident I wanted to spend some time abroad and was so happy I was able to during my time in college. I learned so much from my experience in Korea, academically, career-wise, and beyond. Excited to share any insights on studying abroad!

Hello! My name is Simone, and I'm a current third-year studying journalism and history. I spent my fall 2024 quarter studying abroad at Northwestern's campus in Doha, Qatar, where I enrolled full time in a diverse community of international students. While there, I travelled to Muscat, Oman and participated in a Global Media Experience program in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. I'm happy to answer any and all questions related to the region I explored and my time abroad.

Hey all, my name is Charlie Geci studying Economics as a junior. In the Fall of 2023, I had the amazing experience of studying abroad in Florence, Italy. I was able to immerse into the local culture and cuisine while partaking in weekend travel to much of Europe.

Hello everyone! My name is Sophie Green and I am a sophomore at the Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences double majoring in Biological Sciences and Science in Human Culture on the pre-med track, and I am minoring in Spanish. I participated in the Summer Language and Culture Program in Barcelona during the Summer of 2024 and absolutely loved it! It was an amazing opportunity to practice Spanish and be able to travel around Spain and Catalonia!

Hi! My name is Jada and I am a biology and global health pre-med student. I did the "Public Health in Europe" program in Paris during the fall of my junior year. Finding a way to make study abroad work as a pre-med student was one of the best decisions I made to round out my education. Please reach out to me if you are curious about Paris, studying abroad as a first generation student, or why pre-med students should study abroad!

Hi everyone! My name is Lindsay Holton, and I am a third-year student studying Spanish, Math, and Environmental Policy. I absolutely loved studying doing the Language & Area Studies program at IES Madrid in Fall 2024! Please feel free to reach out with any questions.

My name is Maya Ikenberry. I'm a sophomore in Weinberg studying global history. I went abroad on the Barcelona Summer program for six weeks this past summer. My time abroad was entirely transformational. I met the most amazing students and my confidence exponentially increased.

Hello! I am Kirka Kallioras, a 3rd-year student majoring in International Studies as well as Learning & Organizational Change, and I spent a quarter studying abroad in Geneva, Switzerland. During this time, I interned at the Permanent Mission of Greece to the United Nations, where I drafted statements, attended events hosted by organizations like the EU Delegation, IOM, WTO, ICRC, and the World Bank, and contributed to reports for the Greek government. This experience provided invaluable insights into international relations and human rights while offering the chance to engage with Geneva’s vibrant international community and its unique natural landscapes.

Hi! My name is Sarah, and I am majoring in Journalism and Data Science. I studied abroad during the 2023 Summer term in Seoul, South Korea. Studying abroad in Korea was always a goal of mine since coming to Northwestern, and I truly enjoyed every minute of it.

Hi! My name is Sarah, and I’m majoring in Industrial Engineering and International Studies. I studied abroad Fall 2024 in Paris on the European Union Studies program, but I’ve also studied abroad before in South Korea through the State Department. I’ve loved my experiences abroad, from traveling, being immersed in the local culture, learning a foreign language, and meeting amazing new people! As a FGLI student, I’ve been able to study abroad three times for free (and will be interning abroad), and they’ve all been unforgettable experiences.

My name is Jordan Kim and I am studying global health and anthropology. I participated in the Public Health in Europe program during fall quarter of my junior year. Studying abroad was such an unexpected but amazing experience, and I would love to talk about it all. I know many people have broad questions about housing and traveling, but I know that smaller, day-to-day issues (laundry, grocery shopping, navigating to classes, etc.) are also important. I am excited to share it all and to get prospective students excited for their opportunities!

Hi! My name is Anni Kuningas, and I'm a second-year at NU. I'm a Neuroscience major/Spanish minor in Weinberg on the pre-med track. I studied abroad during the Summer of 2023 in Barcelona, Spain, and it was the best time of my life. I experienced beautiful cultures, met some of my best friends, and saw amazing sights. GO ABROAD! :)

My name is Emma Landsly, and I am a junior studying neuroscience and global health. In the fall of 2024, I had the incredible opportunity to study abroad in Paris through the Public Health in Europe program. Before studying abroad, I didn’t realize that global learning was a viable option for pre-med students. However, I soon realized that not only was it possible, but it also became the most fulfilling experience of my life. The Public Health in Europe program provided me with a global-based background in healthcare, giving me the ability to understand how medicine, culture, and policy interact on an international scale, which will be essential to my future career in medicine.

Hi! I'm Rayna, a sophomore studying Communication Studies, and I studied abroad at DIS Copenhagen for six weeks during Summer 24. Studying abroad was one of the best decisions I've made, and I cannot recommend it enough. I got to learn so much about myself and also learn about a different culture in a way that I otherwise would have not. Studying abroad truly is a special experience, and I've made some of my most fun memories and met the most amazing people while abroad.

Hi all! My name is Elena Mazariegos, and I am a second year student majoring in International Studies and Spanish. I studied abroad summer of 2024 at the University of Deusto in Bilbao, Spain. I am very grateful for the opportunity I had to live in Bilbao, as I could be immersed in the Spanish language and culture and explore all that the city had to offer.

Hi! My name is Katherine Novakovich, and I'm a sophomore studying history, literature, and classics. During my summer with the Athens: Ancient Culture and Modern City program in 2023, I was struck by how the experience of travel can bond people together in unique ways. I'm extremely grateful for the opportunity to forge new friendships and deepen preexisting ones in Greece, and I remember feeling extremely humbled by our exchange of different ideas and life philosophies. Exploring a new environment with new friends can form your perception of yourself and the world around you more than you can even imagine. If you're considering applying, do it!! If not now, when?

My name is Hannah (she/hers) and I am a current sophomore studying Neuroscience and Global Health! I studied abroad in Serbia and Bosnia & Herzegovina in summer 2023 through the Comparative Public Health Program, where I learned about the rich history and culture in the Balkans, as well as the healthcare systems in both countries and some of the challenges they face. It was a deeply rewarding experience, and I’d love to chat about my time abroad or answer any questions you may have!

Hello! I'm Sofia, an Anthropology and Global Health Studies major on a pre-med track. I attended the Comparative Public Health program in Serbia & Bosnia-Herzegovina in Summer 2024, by far the most fun and valuable two months of my time at Northwestern. Through the incredible professors and many excursions, I gained a profound knowledge of the fascinating yet somber realities of the former Yugoslavia. I was able to immerse myself in a completely new world, indulging in the incredible cuisine and taking in all the gorgeous (and mountainous!) sites.

Kia Ora! My name is Mia Perkins, and I am an international student from New Zealand who studied abroad in Paris in 2023 in the European Union studies programme as an International Studies + Economics major. Having spent considerable time growing up in Germany and England, studying and living abroad has shaped much of my adolescence and I would love the opportunity to be able to share its impact with new study abroad students: I truly believe that in foreign places and with foreign people, you truly only begin to understand the deepest parts of yourself better. I would love to discuss all things global, as well as how to deal with travelling abroad emotionally and maintaining connections with loved ones back home. An entire world awaits you beyond Evanston, and what an exciting thing that is!

Hi, I'm Julia! I am a theatre, philosophy, and psychology student, and I went to Prague Film School in the fall of 2024. It was everything I could have ever hoped for; however, this had nothing to do with the content of the program (though it was great), but how I was able to dedicate time to self discovery and growth that have allowed me to come back to Northwestern with a whole new mindset. If you feel like you're looking for more out of your time at Northwestern, or if you're questioning whether Northwestern is even right for you anymore, I'd love to talk to you and encourage you to go abroad!

Hi! My name is David Samson, a junior from Hartland, Michigan, majoring in Journalism and minoring in Political Science and English. I studied abroad in Copenhagen, Denmark through DIS in the Fall of 2024 and highly recommend that you do too! During my four months abroad I made so many incredible memories and friends, and really pushed myself to step outside my comfort zone. I travelled to 12 countries, learned to cook (sort of) and discovered the importance of cross-cultural appreciation. By the end of my term, I didn’t want to leave. I hope you will choose to study abroad, and if you do, I hope you choose DIS!

Hi, my name is Tomas Serna and am a third-year Industrial Engineering and Economics major. I studied abroad in the fall of 2024 in Kyoto, Japan, which was one of the most memorable and transformative periods of my life. Whether you want to improve your Japanese skills, communicate and bond with Japanese locals, or explore a beautiful city and culture, I would definitely recommend Kyoto as your study abroad destination!

Hi all! My name is Sonya, I am a Journalism and Political Science student at Northwestern, and I've lived and studied in four different countries while being a FIGLI student. One of my international journeys happened with the GESI Vietnam in the Summer of 2023, and it was truly the best experience I've had at NU so far. If you choose to study abroad, you might find yourself making life-long friends at your internship site, travelling on the border between Vietnam and China on your birthday or exploring your academic interest in history and politics of a country through night-long conversations with locals.:)

Hi! My name is Sofia Sorochinskaia, I'm a junior majoring in Journalism and International Studies. This past summer, I had the opportunity to study at the University of Oxford as part of the Exeter College Summer Programme, and it was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. Exploring a 1,000-year-old campus, attending lectures by world-renowned professors, going to beautiful formal dinners, watching football in English pubs, learning British jokes, and making friends from all over the world—every moment was a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and I enjoyed every second of it.

Hello! My name is Margaret, I studied abroad in New Zealand during Fall 2025. I'm majoring in History and Environmental Policy & Culture and was able to explore new aspects of both majors while abroad. My abroad experience was all about connecting with local and international students, hiking around New Zealand, and learning more about pacific history and society.

Hi! My name is Jasmine Sun, and I was in Paris during Fall 2024 on the European Union Studies program. I'm studying MMSS and Statistics, with a minor in Political Science, which aligns perfectly with my abroad coursework! What I loved about my program was that it was directly through Northwestern, meaning that I didn't have to worry about transferring credits, finding housing, or making friends! Being in Paris made it incredibly easy to travel around Europe. Not only did I get to explore other major European cities, but France's extensive train network allowed me to take short trips to smaller French cities that I never would have visited otherwise! In a big city like Paris, I was never bored: there was always a (free) museum that I could roam around, or a garden that I could take a stroll in--my favorite is Rodin, which has both! In Paris, I learned that the locals don't include the word "musée" when referring to a museum; they simply call it by its name. I loved my quarter in Paris, and I can't wait to go back!

Hi my name is Christina (she/her)! I am current junior studying Psychology and Global Health. I studied in the Comparative Public Health Program: Serbia and Bosnia & Herzegovina in the summer of 2024. While my time abroad I learned about the history of both countries and the post-war challenges they face. I also learned about the healthcare systems set in place in the countries and the current health disparities. I am more than happy to talk about my summer abroad and answer any question you might have!

My name is Atziry and I am majoring in Data Science and Communication Studies. My program for Summer 2023 was Berlin : Global City in the Center of Europe. This past summer was the highlight of my Northwestern experience thus far and it is a program I would greatly recommend. I got to travel within and outside Germany, immerse myself in German culture and meet students from all over the world.

My name is Jonathan Wu (he/him/his). I am a second year studying Industrial Engineering with a minor in Data Science & Engineering. I spent my summer 2023 quarter studying abroad in Florence taking Team Leadership and Social Network Analysis. I really enjoyed travelling throughout Italy and the immersive experience of seeing history and culture unfold around me. Studying abroad has been a life-changing experience and has been incredibly rewarding!

My name Yasmin Zaiani and I am a junior majoring in LOC and Cognitive Science. This past fall, I had the incredible opportunity to study abroad in Florence, Italy, through the SU Abroad program. During my time abroad, I was able to learn so much about Florence, meet new people, and grow personally and academically. I'm excited to share my experience with others!