Born in Bangladesh, I'm a first-gen student passionate about languages and seeking discomfort through travel. Studying abroad in the Basque Country, Tokyo, and the Galapagos has transformed my college experience, giving me a nuanced worldview.

I grew up in Maine and never really understood natural beauty. I always saw scenery and landscapes as just land and could not see why they were pretty. I then went to high school south of Boston. After coming back to Maine I truly understand nature. 

My name is Tanya Vaniakin, and I am a student from the University of Richmond participating in the IES Abroad French Studies program. While I am very passionate about French, I am also diligently working towards becoming fluent in a total of five languages!

Hi! My name is Synne and I'm originally from Norway, but I currently live in New York City. I'm a sociology major, and my biggest passion in life is travelling. I love experiencing new countries, cultures, and food!

I am a junior attending Hope College in Michigan! I am from Minneapolis, Minnesota. I have been to Europe a few times, and I am so excited to explore it more! I love to read, walk, run, and sing. I am pursuing communications and business! 

I'm an artist from New Jersey whose days are spent creating and seeking trills! on top of all things creative, I love to run long distance races, backpack, and try as many new foods as I can.

My name is Selwe Mbingo and I am from Eswatini. My majors are Theatre and French. I enjoy being around art in all of its forms, and my favorite way to bond with others is going out for a drink/meal. I am a life seeker, and I love the journey I'm on.

Hi! My name is Sarah and I’m a rising junior studying International Affairs at the George Washington University. I love traveling, listening to music, and learning about new cultures and languages. A fun fact about me is that I can name 197 flags. 

I grew up in the mountains of Colorado, often hiking, biking, skiing, and camping. Venturing to Rochester, NY for University, my friends describe me as inquisitive and adventurous. Headed to London, I am excited to explore a new corner of the world.

I am a junior at Grinnell College, majoring in Computer Science and Economics. As a LinkedIn influencer, I share insights on AI and finance. In my free time, I enjoy weightlifting, fantasy football, and swimming. Excited to study abroad in Amsterdam!