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Education Abroad Peer Advisors
Education Abroad Peer Advisors (EAPAs) are Babson students who have studied abroad for an academic year, semester, or summer. They are here to offer peer advice and answer any questions you have while searching for a program, while you’re preparing to go, while you’re abroad, and even after you’ve returned to campus.
Abimbola Akala '24
Semester abroad program(s): IFSA: University of Westminster (Fall 2022)
Academic interest: Technology
Hobbies: Running/Cycling
Favorite course abroad: London Theatre Studies
Favorite food abroad: Polish Pierogi
Contact me about: Scholarships to study abroad, School/Class selections
During a typical day abroad I … Choose a random location to explore
While abroad, I wish I had … Got out of bed more
You should go abroad because … It is so enlightening. I learned so much about other cultures but I learned even more about myself
Ilana Aslan ’23
Semester abroad program(s): Vienna University of Economics and Business (Fall 2021)
Academic interest: Marketing
Hobbies: Traveling, Exercise, Hanging out with friends,
Favorite course abroad: Introduction to Behavioral Economics
Favorite food abroad: Every food in Italy
Contact me about: Interning Abroad, Scholarships to study abroad, Budgeting for study abroad, Transportation, Finding a place to stay, traveling, friends, school, workload
During a typical day abroad I … I explored the city I lived in, met up with friends, met new people, planned trips, cooked food.
While abroad, I wish I had … Taken more classes
You should go abroad because … Everyone will tell you it's a great experience and you'll learn so much, and this is all true. For me, everything was very exciting (whether I was nervous or happy). Going abroad really helped me to connect with myself.
Ariana Bejanaru '23
Semester abroad program(s): Arcadia: University of Sydney (Fall 2022), London School of Economics (2021-2022), MFE3508 International Consulting Experience (Online)
Academic interest: Economics, Business Analytics
Hobbies: Cinema, Reading, Cycling, Hiking
Favorite course abroad: Hollywood: Art, Industry, Entertainment
Favorite food abroad: Pasta Carbonara
Contact me about: Budgeting for study abroad
During a typical day abroad I … would get coffee and a croissant, walk to campus for classes, meet up with friends after class and go to a park or a museum, and get dinner later
While abroad, I wish I had … planned faster the trips I did. Planning in advance can make travel much cheaper, especially when it comes to plane tickets
You should go abroad because … It's the perfect combination between being by yourself in a new country and having the support provided by Babson and your host university. There are so many opportunities to meet local students and other exchange students and you have the chance to experience a more authentic version of the country you stay in. Also, it's a lot of fun!
Emma Bouley ’23
Semester abroad program(s): University of Edinburgh (Spring 2022)
Academic interest: Business Analytics
Hobbies: Reading, Hiking, and Field Hockey
Favorite course abroad: International Business in Emerging Markets
Favorite food abroad: Fish & Chips
Contact me about: Budgeting for study abroad, Babson Athletes Abroad, Joining student organizations abroad
During a typical day abroad I … grabbed a coffee, walked to class, hung out with friends, and went to field hockey practice or an international student night
While abroad, I wish I had … stayed longer!
You should go abroad because … it is a great opportunity to meet people from different parts of the world and learn in a different environment.
Caitlin Caron ’23
Semester abroad program(s): CIEE Seoul (Fall 2021)
Academic interest: Business Analytics, IT Management
Hobbies: Swimming, longboarding, thrifting, playing video games
Favorite course abroad: Understanding K-Pop
Favorite food abroad: Kimchi jjigae 김치찌개
Contact me about: Budgeting for study abroad, Babson Athletes Abroad
During a typical day abroad I … I take my classes online at cute cafés and walk around Seoul with friends! I also try to find new restaurants to try :)
While abroad, I wish I had … Studied the language more before arriving in the country. I also wish that I planned out my travel better!
You should go abroad because … Going abroad as a student is one of the best times to visit another country! This experience shows you independence, but provides you with resources in the case you need them. As someone who hasn’t gotten the chance to travel much; this was the best decision I could've made.
Jane Cavanaro '23
Semester abroad program(s): Vienna University of Economics & Business (Fall 2021), Arcadia: London Summer Internship (Summer 2022)
Academic interest: Sustainability
Hobbies: Yoga, hiking, travel, and scrapbooking
Favorite course abroad: Sustainable Future; Managing for tomorrow
Favorite food abroad: Kebap, Semmel, Kasekrainer
Contact me about: Interning Abroad, Budgeting for study abroad, Practicing faith abroad, Babson Athletes Abroad, Sustainability practices in Europe
During a typical day abroad I … Attend classes/Group meetings, share meals with new friends, explore city parks (Volksgarten/Schönbrunn/Prater), walk to the Vienna Peace Pagoda along the Danube river & read, attend Erasmus events and weekend trips (Budapest/Prague/Brno), take the tram around the 1st district, Thrift in the 7th district, ride lime scooters along the bike lanes, yoga classes @ Coming Hooomm - in German :)
While abroad, I wish I had … Spent more time exploring the Austrian Alps / go to the WU Ball
You should go abroad because … It is one of the most unique and valuable experiences you can have throughout your time at Babson. Many of the people you meet will likely become lifelong friends, and the memories you have abroad will be cherished forever.
Tarlee Dahn '24
Semester abroad program(s): IES Paris: Business & International Affairs (Fall 2022)
Academic interest: Environmental Sustainability, Entrepreneurship
Hobbies: Exploring new places, being out in nature, listening to music
Favorite course abroad: Media, Politics, and Political Communication in the U.S. and France
Favorite food abroad: Raclette
Contact me about: Budgeting for study abroad, First-Generation Student Abroad, Housing abroad (staying with hosting families)
During a typical day abroad I … would travel to campus on the metro, visit a museum after class, and later have dinner with my host family.
While abroad, I wish I had … more time to explore more!
You should go abroad because … It is a great way for you to experience different cultures and interact with different people, both locals and other people who are abroad. As a student, you also have people and resources to support you while abroad.
Olivia Dussault '24
Semester abroad program(s): IES Milan: Business Studies (Fall 2022)
Academic interest: Strategic Management
Hobbies: Field hockey, tennis, travel, cooking, reading, painting
Favorite course abroad: Leading Across Cultures: Principles and Practice
Favorite food abroad: Homemade Tuscan truffle pasta
Contact me about: Budgeting for study abroad
During a typical day abroad I … took the bus or walked to class, and after class would get together with friends for Apertivo on Navigli to plan our travel plans for the weekend.
While abroad, I wish I had … planned my travel plans ahead of time. I also wish that I had taken more advantage of being a tourist in my own city.
You should go abroad because … it is an amazing experience that can expand your perspective on career opportunities and future goals.
Logan Harris '23
Semester abroad program(s): CIEE Seoul (Fall 2022)
Summer abroad program(s): Arcadia: London Summer Internship (Summer 2022)
Short-term program(s) abroad: HUM4612 Origins of Democracy, Imperialism and Human Rights (Summer 2022)
Academic interest: Entrepreneurship, Global Business
Hobbies: Pool/billards, social media/content creation, travel
Favorite course abroad: Korean Language/ The London Stage in Text and Performance
Favorite food abroad: Sannakji (live octopus)
Contact me about: Interning Abroad
During a typical day abroad I … would always strive to seek one new experience.
While abroad, I wish I had … more hours in the days!
You should go abroad because … you have a passion for getting out of your comfort zone.
Amishi Jain '24
Semester abroad program(s): IFSA: University College London (Fall 2022)
Academic interest: Entrepreneurship
Hobbies: Singing, Cooking, Playing Badminton
Favorite course abroad: Approaches to Global Politics
Favorite food abroad: Tteokbokki
Contact me about: Budgeting for study abroad, Practicing faith abroad, First-Generation Student Abroad
During a typical day abroad I … walked to campus, met some friends for breakfast before classes, went to the gym and spent the rest of the day exploring London!
While abroad, I wish I had … travelled more in and around the UK!
You should go abroad because … the opportunity of living and studying abroad forces you outside your comfort zone, teaching you several life skills that might be hard to learn otherwise. Navigating through a new environment enforces a new sense of independency and confidence. And of course, you will get the chance to network with so many diverse people and create memories for life!
Eddie Kang '23
Semester abroad program(s): HEC Paris (Spring 2022)
Academic interest: Strategic Management / Consulting / Music and Media Entertainment
Hobbies: Soccer, tennis, musicals, concerts, movies, cooking
Favorite course abroad: Leading Customer Driven Innovation Practices & Design Products that Delight Users
Favorite food abroad: Escargot
Contact me about: Budgeting for study abroad, Practicing faith abroad, Babson Athletes Abroad, Housings and living in general
During a typical day abroad I … Finish my classes and go to Paris. I go to restaurants, bars, museums and concerts.
While abroad, I wish I had … I wish I spoke French more fluent and visit more landmarks in France.
You should go abroad because … You can take the courses that Babson doesn’t offer, meet people and experience cultures that are outside of your boundaries. It definitely expands your horizons.
Amy Li ’23
Semester abroad program(s): Singapore Management University, Spring 2022
Academic interest: Real Estate
Hobbies: Tennis, Baking, Cooking
Favorite course abroad: SMU-X Design of Business
Favorite food abroad: Chicken rice
Contact me about: Budgeting for study abroad
During a typical day abroad I … make breakfast at home with my roommate, go to classes in the afternoon, eat lunch with local students from my classes, explore new areas of Singapore with other exchange friends and try new local foods or restaurants.
While abroad, I wish I had … made a bucket list of places I wanted to visit beforehand so that I would fully maximize my time in Singapore. Time goes by really fast when you're abroad and by the end, I felt like there were still places that I didn't get the chance to explore.
You should go abroad because … you gain a different perspective of the world and you get to learn how different it is outside of the US. You may also gain a sense of independency from living in new country on your own and learning how to navigate a the environment.
Ritz Li '23
Semester abroad program(s): Singapore Management University (Spring 2022)
Academic interest: Strategic Management
Hobbies: Basketball, Swimming, Weightlifting
Favorite course abroad: Design of Business
Favorite food abroad: Chili Pan Mee
Contact me about: Budgeting for study abroad, Finding Housing, Booking Flight, Places to Live/Explore, Class Registration
During a typical day abroad I … Make breakfast at home, go to class, go to the gym afterwards, grab dinner with friends at a Hawker center, watch a light show at night, explore the city on bikes.
While abroad, I wish I had … traveled more to other countries. I was able to go to Thailand and Malaysia, but didn’t get a chance to go to Vietnam and Bali.
You should go abroad because ... You never know what memories you’d make and people you’d meet while studying abroad.
Hanlin Liu '23
Semester abroad program(s): London School of Economics (2021-2022)
Academic interest: Finance & Entrepreneurship
Hobbies: Traveling, Community service, Photography, Musicals
Favorite course abroad: Financial Statement Analysis and Valuation
Favorite food abroad: Mulled wine
Contact me about: LGBTQ Abroad
During a typical day abroad I … go to spin class in the morning, meet up with friends at the school’s cafe, and plan for weekend getaways.
While abroad, I wish I had … more time to travel across Europe
You should go abroad because … it will help you to get to know people from a diverse background while also allowing you to step out of your comfort zone. Going abroad helps you see things from a different lens, and it will benefit you to be more empathetic.
Magnus Orava ’23
Semester abroad program(s): CIEE Barcelona: Business & Culture (Fall 2021)
Academic interest: Operations
Hobbies: Working out, traveling, and chess
Favorite course abroad: Competitive Strategy: A European Perspective
Favorite food abroad: Italian Pasta
Contact me about: Budgeting for study abroad, Balancing Lifestyle and traveling abroad
During a typical day abroad I … I would typically wake up and have classes. Later in the day I would typically hang out with friends and workout. At night, we would go out to a restaurant or a bar / club.
While abroad, I wish I had … Known more about the cultural norms and societal norms.
You should go abroad because … It allows you to learn not only about different cultures, but also about yourself and interests.
Gaby Ortega ’23
Semester abroad program(s): Vienna University of Economics & Business, Spring 2022
Academic interest: Marketing
Hobbies: Cross country/track, athletes
Favorite course abroad: Sustainable economics & business: inequality, well-being, and the environment
Favorite food abroad: Käsekriener
Contact me about: Budgeting for study abroad, Babson Athletes Abroad, First-Generation Student Abroad
During a typical day abroad I … Went to class, ran in the prater, met up with friends at a bar in the city, planned upcoming trips, take the train out to a new place and walk back
While abroad, I wish I had … Went to a soccer game
You should go abroad because … You’ll be thrown into a completely different environment and learn to adapt while having lots of fun
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Jessica Rogers '23
Semester abroad program(s): Arcadia: Umbra Institute in Perugia (Spring 2022)
Academic interest: Real Estate & Supply Chain
Hobbies: Traveling, cooking, journaling
Favorite course abroad: The Business of Wine
Favorite food abroad: Homemade lemon ricotta ravioli
Contact me about: Budgeting for study abroad, Community service abroad, Traveling while abroad, embracing culture
During a typical day abroad I … would go to the local cafe for a croissant and a cappuccino, go to class, go for a walk/sit in a local park, get gelato, and then meet up with friends for dinner at a local restaurant.
While abroad, I wish I had … tried an internship. I think it would have helped me to make even more connections in the city!
You should go abroad because … you will learn SO much about yourself, other cultures, your culture, and meet some really awesome people along the way! If your program has been running for a few semester, there will be plenty of locals that are willing and happy to help you out during your experience!
Brooke Skulski ’23
Semester abroad program(s): IES Milan: Business Studies (Fall 2021)
Academic interest: Finance
Hobbies: Skiing, Hockey, Traveling, Community Service
Favorite course abroad: Italian Language
Contact me about: Budgeting for study abroad, Community service abroad
During a typical day abroad I … I went to class and learned more about the Italian culture, got a cappuccino at a cafe, and went out to dinner with my friends.
While abroad, I wish I had … Connected with more local students in Italy.
You should go abroad because … It opens you up to new perspectives and you will make incredible memories that you will always carry with you.
Jake Thomas ’23
Semester abroad program(s): Vienna University of Economics and Business Administration (Spring 2021)
Hobbies: Hockey, Rugby, Skiing, Surfing, beach
Favorite course abroad: US & EU Financial Systems: A Comparative Analysis
Favorite food abroad: Schnitzel and Kebap Wraps
Contact me about: Practicing faith abroad, Babson Athletes Abroad, Inter-country travel and Abroad during covid
During a typical day abroad I … had a couple class on weekdays and then tried to go to one new place in the city each day.
While abroad, I wish I had... Gotten to Western Austria more.
You should go abroad because … Because you make friends from all over the world, immerse yourself in a new culture, gain even more independence then being at normal college, and have a ton of fun.