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.
Chris Avallone '25
Semester abroad program(s): CIEE Open Campus Rome
Academic interest: Entrepreneurship
Hobbies: Golf, Football, Hockey, Real Estate, Volunteering
Favorite course abroad: Exploring Rome: the birthplace of the modern museum
Favorite food abroad: Cacio e Pepe
Contact me about: Budgeting, preparing, and questions about experience
During a typical day abroad I … would go to class in the morning which consisted of museum tours or field trips. Then would head towards my neighborhood and take in my surroundings and try to get a feel for the culture.
While abroad, I wish I had … became closer with the students in my program earlier. I eventually made all my memories with them.
You should go abroad because …It is a life changing experience to meet new friends, and dive into a new culture where you will never have the opportunity to travel again with no tie downs besides school and budgeting.
Felix Tsao '25
Semester abroad program(s): Bocconi University
Academic interest: Strategy and Consulting
Hobbies: working out, watching anime, cars
Favorite course abroad: Management of Small and Medium Enterprises
Favorite food abroad: Pasta
Contact me about: creating travel plans
During a typical day abroad I … would workout in the morning, finish classes, then grab aperitivos with friends by Navigli.
While abroad, I wish I had … explored Italy more.
You should go abroad because … Exploring different parts of the world not only broadens your perspective and introduces you to a variety of cultures and people but also develops your confidence, independence, and social skills. My experience abroad has been instrumental in the development of these aspects of myself.
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Password Sudjitporn '24
Semester abroad program(s): Waseda University Exchange Program (Spring 2023)
Academic interest: Finance & Technology Entrepreneurship
Hobbies: Golf & Cafe Hopping
Favorite course abroad: Buddhism in Japan
Favorite food abroad: Ankimo Sushi!
Contact me about: Budgeting for study abroad, Class Registration, Making travel plans during study abroad
During a typical day abroad I … grab a coffee from Family Mart, attend classes on campus, hit the gym, have dinner and drinks at an Izakaya nearby to end the day.
While abroad, I wish I had … studied more Japanese before arriving and researched all the places that I want to visit since the first day.
You should go abroad because … It opens up your perspective on education system outside of the US and it's also a great opportunity to explore different culture and meet new people from different backgrounds.
Ceri Finz '25
Semester abroad program(s): Babson Leadership in a Global Context: Berlin & Singapore
Academic interest: Entrepreneurship, Business Management
Hobbies: Soccer, Any Sport, Reading, Nature
Favorite course abroad: Business Ethics & Leadership
Favorite food abroad: Chicken Rice
Contact me about: Why you should go abroad and how to spend time abroad.
During a typical day abroad I … work out, eat well, and spend an extreme amount of time walking and exploring outside.
While abroad, I wish I had … some regrets so I could answer this question. Everything was perfect. If I were to do everything all over again, I wouldn't change a thing.
You should go abroad because … it is the perfect opportunity to grow. Go out of your comfort zone, take classes from a different culture, understand a different lifestyle and a different mindset. Maybe you'll discover a better version of yourself.
Pratyay Agrawal '25
Semester abroad program(s): CIEE: Madrid (Fall 2023)
Academic interest: Economics, Entrepreneurship
Hobbies: Chess, Soccer, Stock Market, Travelling
Favorite course abroad: Entrepreneurship and Start-Up Culture
Favorite food abroad: Poffertjes
Contact me about: First Generation Student abroad
During a typical day abroad I … Explored Madrid, Planned for trips outside Madrid, Played football.
While abroad, I wish I had … Explored the hidden gems of Spain
You should go abroad because …Experiential learning opportunities, Exploring new countries and cultures, Global networking.
Tamar Salant '25
Semester abroad program(s): Arcadia: University of Westminster (Fall 2023)
Academic interest: Accounting
Hobbies: Nordic Skiing, Soccer, Travel, Going to Concerts
Favorite course abroad: Monarchy: A Royal History of London
Favorite food abroad: Gelato in Italy
Contact me about: Budgeting for Abroad and Solo Travel
During a typical day abroad I … would walk to class followed by some shopping on Regent St or Oxford St, explore a new area of London or local pub with friends and end the day cooking dinner and planning my next weekend trip!
While abroad, I wish I had … Utilized more resources Westminster and its faculty has to offer. Many professors have lived in London their whole life and would be happy to recommend hidden local spots or go with you!
You should go abroad because … It allows you to discover more about yourself and your interests on a whole new level. It’s the opportunity of a lifetime to explore and get a taste for what’s out in this world— embrace new culture and experiences and meet people who may just become some of your lifelong friends.
cking3@babson.eduCaroline King '25
Semester abroad program(s): University of Manchester, Alliance Business School (Fall 2023)
Academic interest: Marketing, Strategy & Consulting
Hobbies: Working Out, Going on walks, Reading, Podcasts
Favorite course abroad: Marketing & Society
Favorite food abroad: Paella (in Barcelona)
Contact me about: Budgeting for abroad
During a typical day abroad I … would wake up and go to Pret to get a coffee, and then head to the library to get some work done or go to my classes. After that, I would cook myself a good meal then head to the gym!
While abroad, I wish I had … better budgeting skills and traveled to local areas.
You should go abroad because … It is truly a once in a lifetime experience. It changes you in the best way possible, and you will (most likely) never be in this great of a situation again to travel so effortlessly!
Solana Fahey '25
Semester abroad program(s): CEA CAPA Education Abroad Florence, Italy (Fall 2023)
Academic interest: Operations and Business Analytics
Hobbies: Lacrosse, listening to podcasts, walking, cooking
Favorite course abroad: Italian Cinema
Favorite food abroad: Tagliatelle
Contact me about: Babson Athlete abroad, Budgeting for abroad
During a typical day abroad I … would grab a coffee and go to class, work out, walk around to explore new areas, grab dinner and gelato, and go out with friends!
While abroad, I wish I had … ate at more restaurants in my host country.
You should go abroad because … it is an experience for immense growth, learning and fully submerging yourself into a new culture. You will gain personal development, lifelong friendships, and memories that will leave a lasting impact.
jhowell2@babson.eduJonathan Howell '25
Semester abroad program(s): CIEE: Cape Town Arts & Sciences
Academic interest: Marketing
Hobbies: Sports and Painting
Favorite course abroad: Cinematic History
Favorite food abroad: Ostrich & Kudu
Contact me about: Obtaining Visas & Budgeting
During a typical day abroad I … went to campus for class, enjoyed time hiking/surfing/spending time at the beach, and hung out with friends.
While abroad, I wish I had … the ability to share it with some Babson friends.
You should go abroad because … it opens up your eyes to another culture and truly is an exciting experience.
mmaigari1@babson.eduManal Maigari '25
Semester abroad program(s): Umbra institute Perugia
Academic interest: Operations
Hobbies: journaling, cooking, and shopping
Favorite course abroad: Anthropology of Food and Eating
Favorite food abroad: Pasta of all kinds
Contact me about: What to pack
During a typical day abroad I … would normally wake up around 9:30am and have breakfast near my apartment by around 11. I live just 1 minute away from Piazza IV Novembre, so I have endless options, but my favorite one is Turan Cafe. After breakfast, I hangout with my friends, we normally go shopping, and by 7:30 we head to dinner at my favorite place, Taverna Il Tiesto, which has the best pasta in Perugia. By 11 pm I home.
While abroad, I wish I had … more phone storage, I took photos of everything. Italy is stunning, and I traveled to several other beautiful countries, I just wanted to photograph everything.
You should go abroad because … It is such a life-changing experience; the world is so much bigger than what people think. There are so many new cultures to explore, even in Italy itself. Each region has its own traditions, and it's just so fun to learn.
Christina Crochetiere '25
Semester abroad program(s): Babson Leadership in a Global Context: Berlin and Singapore (Fall 2023)
Academic interest: Entrepreneurship, Social and Cultural Studies, Hospitality Management
Hobbies: Singing, Improv, Planning trips, Exploring, Nature
Favorite course abroad: Entrepreneurial Ventures in Singapore
Favorite food abroad: pretzels at every train stop in Germany; kaya toast in Singapore.
Contact me about: Budgeting for abroad
During a typical day abroad I … would attend class in the morning, spend the rest of the day knocking things off of my "abroad experiences" list, and think of more things to add to the list while I'm out!
While abroad, I wish I had … taken more weekend trips to other cities.
You should go abroad because … now is your best chance! You will learn so much about the world.
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.
Luna Dayan’24
Semester abroad program(s): Arcadia: University of Sydney (Spring 2023)
Academic interest: Supply chain and business analytics
Hobbies: Cooking/baking
Favorite course abroad: Business Negotiation
Favorite food abroad: Fries with chicken salt
Contact me about: Budgeting for study abroad
During a typical day abroad I … went to class in the morning and to the beach after.
While abroad, I wish I had … more time to travel.
You should go abroad because … it is a once a lifetime experience.
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.
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!
Kate Lapierre '24
Semester abroad program(s): Arcadia: University of Westminster (Spring 2023), MOB3507: An Irish Journey: Leadership, Collaboration & innovation in the Creative Ecosystem in Ireland
Academic interest: Social Responsibility and Strategy + Consulting
Hobbies: Traveling, cooking, painting, going to markets
Favorite course abroad: Art and Society
Favorite food abroad: Scones and tea
Contact me about: Budgeting for study abroad, Traveling while studying abroad, London recommendations
During a typical day abroad I … would go to class, explore a new area/market in London, go to Pret, and meet up with friends for dinner/pub
While abroad, I wish I had … more time to explore
You should go abroad because … it was the best decision I ever made at Babson
Soobin Lee ’24
Semester abroad program(s): IES Abroad Milan: Business Studies (Spring 2023)
Academic interest: Legal Studies/Social and Cultural Studies
Hobbies: Reading, Singing, Watching rom coms, Learning languages
Favorite course abroad: Italian Language in Context
Favorite food abroad: Pizza
Contact me about: Budgeting for study abroad, Homestay, Identity-Based Traveling, General Travel Info/Tips
During a typical day abroad I … Drink espresso and eat an apricot croissant for breakfast, get lunch and grab a gelato with friends in between class, go for aperitivo with friends after class, and have dinner with my homestay sister while watching Ginny and Georgia.
While abroad, I wish I had … eaten a hundred more pizzas at Berbere
You should go abroad because … It is the opportunity of a lifetime, and no matter where you might end up studying abroad, there's bound to be at least one place that takes your breath away. (For me it was Florence, at the top of Palazzo Pitti).
David Montenegro ’24
Semester abroad program(s): IES Paris Business & International Affairs (Spring 2023)
Academic interest: Finance, Economics, History
Hobbies: Traveling, listening to music, swimming, fashion
Favorite course abroad: European Economy
Favorite food abroad: Œufs en Meurette
Contact me about: Budgeting for study abroad, Practicing faith abroad, First-Generation Student Abroad
During a typical day abroad I … explored iconic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, strolled along the streets of Montmartre, and indulged in delicious French cuisine, savoring croissants, escargots, and crêpes
While abroad, I wish I had … explored the history of France through guided historical tours or visits to lesser-known historical sites
You should go abroad because … you can explore breathtaking natural landscapes, historical sites, and delicious cuisines that are unique to the region you visit. Plus, it's an opportunity to connect with others who also went abroad.
Simon Mortimer '24
Semester abroad program(s): Rotterdam School of Management (Spring 2023)
Academic interest: Entrepreneurship, Real Estate, Tech sales
Hobbies: Fitness, Travel/Photography, Woodworking
Favorite course abroad: Sustainable Future; Managing for tomorrow
Favorite food abroad: Paella
Contact me about: Budgeting for study abroad
During a typical day abroad I … was way more present than I usually am in the US. I made time to enjoy the little things in life.
While abroad, I wish I had … booked some flights/trips in advance to save money.
You should go abroad because …the opportunity is once in a lifetime to explore the world and expand your network in such a short timeframe.