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Section Name
SAPA
 
 

Alison Blumenfeld
English

Study Abroad Location:
London, England

allyblumenfeld@gmail.com

"I know how transformative and meaningful the experience was for me, and I do think everyone should at least be aware that they can have that sort of experience as well."

Allison Kulesza
Communications Major


Study Abroad Location:
Rome, Italy

Host School:
ISA American University in Rome

kuleszaa1@mail.montclair.edu

“Study abroad was one of the greatest experiences of my life.  Without this opportunity I would not be the person I am today.  When I look back at those four months of my life, tears come to my eyes of pure joy and happiness that I got to have that experience.”

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Anthony Smith
Communication Studies

ISA Global Ambassador

Study Abroad Location:
Malaga, Spain

Host School: University of Malaga

smitha26@mail.montclair.edu

"Having had the ability to see other parts of this giant world we live in has allowed me to better understand that I am not limited to any context, place, or certain way of thinking"

Brittany Nelson
Business Marketing and Management

ISA Global Ambassador

Study Abroad Location:
Barcelona, Spain


Nelsonb6@mail.montclair.edu

"I want to be able to help students any way I can to be someone they can come to and talk to if they have questions or concerns about studying abroad. "

Catherine Winters
English

Study Abroad Location:
Paris, France

wintersc1@mail.montclair.edu

"I want to help convince students on the fence that studying abroad isn't as daunting as it can seem."

Christina Harzer
Communications Major


Study Abroad Location:
Brisbane, Australia


harzerc1@mail.montclair.edu

“Being that the programs are open to all MSU students, I feel as though they should recognize the benefits and realize what an exclusive opportunity lies before them.”


Daria Vendelova
Business Admin. Leisure and Tourism Major

ISA Global Ambassador

Study Abroad Location:
Barcelona, Spain

Host School:
Autonomous University of Barcelona

dariav1@yahoo.com

"I strongly believe and would encourage other students that the skills you gain while studying abroad will last a lifetime."

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Dino Neral
Finance

Study Abroad Location:
Madrid, Spain

Host School:
Exchange- Nebrija University in Madrid

nerald1@mail.montclair.edu

"I would like to share my story with other potential study abroad students. I would like to encourage them and let them know that my experience was life-changing"

 

Gail Job
English

Study Abroad Location:
London, United Kingdom


jobg07@gmail.com

"I very much enjoyed my experience and find that I would love to share my positive experiences abroad with prospective students to come. "

 

Jaclyn Serchuk
Studio Art

Study Abroad Location:
Florence, Italy


serchukj1@mail.montclair.edu

"I would love to be there for other students who need the same push to do something out of their comfort zone and study abroad.."

Jessica Eucker
Vocal Performance, Theatre Studies

Study Abroad Location:
Graz

jeseuc@gmail.com

"I had such an inspiring, life-changing, perspective-broadening experience on my year abroad, and I feel it is an invaluable experience that everyone should take advantage of. "

Joanna De Los Santos
Spanish and Italian Major

Study Abroad Location:
Florence, Italy

Host School:
Montclair in Florence

delossantoj4@mail.montclair.edu

“I would love to share my great experience with others.  I feel like they could learn a lot from my positive and negative aspects (not too many negative!) of the experience.”

Jordan Bykowsky
Business Major


Study Abroad Location:
Prague, Czech Republic


bykowskyj1@mail.montclair.edu

“I feel studying abroad makes you mature, more open-minded and recognize how amazing life really is.”

Kaitlin Overton
Theatre Studies Major

Study Abroad Location:
London, England

Host School: CEA - Goldsmiths College, University of London

overtonk1@mail.montclair.edu

"I want to help and encourage students to follow their dreams because it's not impossible to do so. And all the hard work is worth it. I think anyone who is serious about wanting to go abroad should absolutely do so because it is such an enriching and unforgettable experience."

Karen Zambrano
Family and Child Studies

ISA Global Ambassador

Study Abroad Location:
Costa Rica

zambranok4@mail.montclair.edu

"Saying that studying abroad is great is an understatement. I would love to show students and tell them my past experiences. "

 

Katherine Oakes
English Literature

Study Abroad Location:
Nice, France

oakesk1@mail.montclair.edu

"I want to be able to reassure someone who is feeling nervous about traveling that you have all the tools necessary to do so, all it takes is a little push and a shove to get over one's fears. "

 

Katherine Orozco
Finance Major
ISA Global Ambassador

Study Abroad Location:
Barcelona, Spain

Host School:
Autonomous University of Barcelona

orozcok8@gmail.com

"I am very passionate about my experience abroad and would love to share it and encourage other students to study abroad as well."

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Kristopher Aleman
Film Making

Study Abroad Location:
Moscow, Russia and Buenos Aires, Argentina

Kristopheraleman@hotmail.com

" I would just like to motivate students to step out of their comfort zones and help them realize what they truly are capable of and how much they will love it"

Lisa Applegate
Sociology Major


Study Abroad Location:
Florence, Italy

Host School:
Montclair in Florence

applegatel1@mail.montclair.edu

“To see the options the world has to offer first hand, and the different perspectives people have from all over the world not only help you understand other cultures better, but also gives you a better understanding of your own.  It is a journey that I believe anyone who can, should embark on.”

Lorena Lima
Business Marketing and Management

Study Abroad Location:
Barcelona, Spain

limal1@mail.montclair.edu

" I absolutely loved studying abroad and I want to help other students do the same!"

 

Megan Sileo
Fashion Studies

Study Abroad Location:
Florence, Italy


Sileom1@mail.montclair.edu

"My experience was one in a million and I would love to share not only my experience but my endless amounts of advice to a potential peer "

 

Rachel Feinsilver
Psychology Major

Study Abroad Location:
New Castle, England and
Siena, Italy

Host School:
Exchange-Northumbria University

feinsilverr1@mail.montclair.edu

"I would like to motivate students to step out of their comfort zones and help them realize what they truly are capable of  and how much they will love studying abroad."

 

Sarah Mashal
Family and Child Studies

Study Abroad Location:
Jordan

mashals1@mail.montclair.edu

"Studying abroad definitely challenges you on a personal level by giving you the opportunity to experience new cultures, make new friends, and see a different way of life. It has made me more independent and resourceful than I have ever been. If I had the chance to do it over again, I would."

Susan Guarda
Political Science

ISA Global Ambassador

Study Abroad Location:
Salamanca, Spain

guardas2@mail.montclair.edu

"I want to become a study abroad advisor because I want to share my experiences with people who understand my passion and also I would like to help those students in need."