GREATER CHINA
Yunhan Liu
(she/her)
CET Beijing – Summer
Yale University
Class of 2029
Majors: Global Affairs, Economics
Certificate: Chinese
Hello everyone! I’m from Long Island, New York. In my free time, I like to play basketball, read, and play the drums and guitar. I am so excited to be in Beijing this summer, and I can’t wait to document and share my experiences with all of you!
Emily Peng
(she/her)
CET Beijing
Yale University
Class of 2025
Majors: Physics and Applied Mathematics
Hello, my name is Emily! I’m from Maine and just recently graduated from college. In my free time, I love to crochet, do arts & crafts, and play video games. I’m super excited to study in Beijing this spring and am looking forward to sharing my experiences as I explore China!
Nicholas Chou
(he/him)
CET Beijing – Janterm
Carleton College
Class of 2028
Majors: English, Economics
Minors: Chinese, Public Policy
Hi everyone! I’m from Seattle, Washington and go to school at Carleton College. When I’m not writing mind-boggling CET blogs, I like to read, play soccer, run, lift weights, and take pictures. I chose to do the Beijing Janterm because the weather here is the same as Minnesota’s (absolutely frigid), so I’m basically a local.
Alice Chen
(she/her)
Middlebury in Beijing
Wofford College
Class of 2026
Majors: Accounting, Chinese
Minor: Film & Digital Media
Hello everyone! My name is Alice Chen and I am currently a junior at Wofford College majoring in Accounting and Chinese with a minor in Film & Digital Media. I am excited for the opportunity to showcase my study abroad experience in China through photography! I am an American-born Chinese who grew up with my parents speaking Chinese to me while I responded in English, so getting to expand my experience in learning more about my culture and its language is something I am looking forward to abroad. My hobbies include collecting stickers and journaling/scrapbooking anything and everything. I also love watching movies!
Emma chongo
(she/her)
CET Shanghai
Haverford College
Class of 2025
Major: Political Science
Minor: East Asian Languages and Cultures
Hello! I’m from San Francisco. I love sports, I have been playing soccer my entire life and even have experience representing the Romanian National Team at the U17 level. In my free time, I love spending time outside with my family whether it’s hiking, running, walking my dog I always have a good time. I have always found baking to be a great way to de-stress, although recently I’ve gotten more and more into cooking. Another passion of mine is learning new languages. I am fluent in English, Spanish, and Romanian, though my Mandarin is not far behind. Recently, I’ve started adding Indonesian to the repertoire after I spent two months there last summer doing an internship.
Haroon Sofyan
(he/him)
CET Shanghai – Summer
University of Michigan
Class of 2028
Major: Biology
Minor: International Studies
I grew up in Dearborn, I graduated from Fordson High School. I also work for campus information as a CIC. I want to become an anesthesiologist. I speak three languages which I am fluent in, English, Spanish, and Arabic. Some fun facts about me are: no feeling in the world compares to traveling to a new country, I played soccer for Michigan FC and the Wolves, I love playing the piano, and I love skiing!
Avellina Colacurcio
(she/her)
CET Shanghai – Summer
Wellesley College
Class of 2029
Majors: Psychology, Economics
Hi! my name is Avellina or 丽娜. My favorite color is pink and I love playing Ultimate Frisbee. I’m from Seattle, Washington, where I have a very cute dog named Coda. I also like history, trying new art experiences, and finding new coffee shops!
Hi! I am Isa Konijnenberg and I am from Vermont! I love skiing, and all things outdoors and I play college soccer at Williams! I am super excited to be abroad in Taipei and experience a completely different part of the world and the food, language, and culture, that coincide. I am particularly excited to explore the city and nearby hikes.
Victor Jihwan Park
(he/him)
CET Taiwan – Summer
Yale University
Class of 2029
Majors: Mathematics, Economics
My name is Victor, and I’m a sophomore at Yale studying Mathematics & Economics. I’m excited to explore Taipei over the summer and create unforgettable memories. In my free time, I play basketball, travel, and cook. During my time in Taiwan, I look forward to finding new hobbies.
ITALY
Sofia Gonzalez
(she/her)
CET Florence – Summer
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Class of 2027
Major: English
Certificate: Art History
Hi, my name is Sofia and I’m an English major at UW Madison. My hobbies include reading, crafting, journaling, and baking. I’m very interested in art history, which I’m excited to learn a lot about during this program! I’m also looking forward to having new experiences out of my comfort zone and sharing them with you!
Ava Marcus
(she/her)
CET Florence
Cornell University
Class of 2027
Major: Biological Sciences
Minor: Psychology
I’m a pre-medical student at Cornell University who is from Long Island, New York. I am involved at Cornell as the Distance Captain of Track Club, a Genetics Teacher’s Assistant, and a Biology Tutor. In my free time, I enjoy reading at the beach, running, cooking new recipes, and listening to music. My favorite hobby is photography, so I am excited to share my abroad experience through my photos!
Hi! My name is Avanee and I’m studying Visual Arts and Econ at Brown University (’26). I’m originally from New Delhi, India and will be abroad in Florence studying art history this summer. I love drawing, photography, picnics, and watching sports and am extremely excited to contribute to the student correspondent team as a photographer 🙂
Laura Segura
(she/her)
CET Siena – Summer
University of Virginia
Class of 2026
Major: Computer Science
Minor: Data Science
Hii! I’m Laura and I’m a fourth year at UVA. During my free time I enjoy playing racquetball, reading murder mysteries/thrillers, and solving the New York Times puzzles. I’ve also recently been learning how to cook more than just pasta, chicken and rice. I’m really excited to learn and explore in Siena and be able to share my experiences through my blog posts!
Aaditya Kotadia
(he/him)
CET Siena
University of Virginia
Class of 2028
Major: Computer Science
Minor: Engineering Business
Hi everyone! My name is Aaditya and I’m a second-year at UVA. I’m super excited to explore all that Italy has to offer, from museums and libraries to the Dolomites, which I hope to hike through! I also enjoy going to the gym, building my app, and meeting new people—all of which I plan to continue during my time abroad. I can’t wait to get to know everyone!
Colombia
Sam Lambert
(she/her)
CET Colombia
Berea College
Class of 2027
Major: Sociology
Minors: Spanish, Creative Writing
What’s up! My name’s Sam, and I attend Berea College in Kentucky. Berea is a work college, so I’ve held jobs all over campus–from Props Master in the theatre department to Writing Resources Consultant in our writing center! Outside of classes and work, I love writing and making my friends laugh. I’m super excited to study in Colombia this semester and I can’t wait to bring you along for the journey!
Brazil
Diego Felix-Trejo
(he/him)
CET Brazil
University of Michigan
Class of 2026
Major: Public Policy
Minor: International Studies in Latin America
I love bringing people together, whether through volunteering or planning cultural events for my fraternity and clubs. Off campus, I recharge by taking long walks and playing the guitar. I’ve always dreamt of learning Portuguese and exploring Brazilian culture, so I’m incredibly grateful for this opportunity. I can’t wait to share what I learn along the way!
Addis Cone
(he/him)
CET Brazil
Williams College
Class of 2027
Majors: American Studies, Global Studies
Hey y’all! I’m Addis, I am from North Carolina, and I kind of speak Portuguese these days. In my time in Brazil I am trying to throw myself into spaces that invite community and keep going back to them and see where that takes me. Specifically, I hope to meet people through basketball, learn about organizing through engaging with São Paulo’s vibrant and militant social movements, walk at least two hours everyday, and fall asleep in parks. Last semester, I studied abroad in Cuba where I was transformed by my relationships with Cubans who know much more about the world than I did and so I hope to have a similar, yet more Brazilian experience here in Brazil. Hopefully my contributions here can represent one way of studying abroad that is useful to at least one of y’all.
Czech Republic
Noelle Drummonds
(she/her)
CET Prague
Elon University
Class of 2027
Majors: International Global Studies, Dance Performance and Choreography
Minors: German Studies, Political Science
Ahoj! I was born and raised in Arkansas but am currently completing my undergraduate in North Carolina. I plan to move to Washington, DC for postgrad opportunities in Intelligence and Security. In the summer of 2024, I studied abroad in Heidelberg, Germany and am very passionate about learning their language and culture. I love watching anything lore-adjacent (Attack on Titan, The Umbrella Academy, Marvel, etc–please ask me about it!) and, obviously, enjoy traveling. Additionally, I study dance and perform in musicals; theatre jazz is my favorite. I’m excited to see what the Czech Republic holds for me and to share it with you!
Ilan Barnea
(he/him)
CET Prague
Washington University in St. Louis
Class of 2025
Major: Political Science
Minor: Biology, Pre-Veterinary Track
Hey! I’m Ilan, I am from New Jersey and currently a junior at WashU in St. Louis. I’m majoring in Political Science, but plan on going to veterinary school. A few years ago, I picked up a camera in my basement and never looked back. I love film photography, but dabble in digital too. Aside from photography, I love basketball, animals, and talking to random people. My favorite bands are Mumford and Sons and Bon Iver. I am so excited to be studying in Prague and taking pictures of everyone!
Jasmine Garcia Delossantos
(she/her)
CET Film Production at FAMU
Mount Holyoke College
Class of 2027
Majors: Film, Media, and Theater, Critical Race and Political Economy
Hi everyone! I’m a current junior at Mount Holyoke College. I’m from New York City, and will now be calling Prague my home for the next few months. I love anything related to the arts, which includes film, photography, crafts, and music. I’m looking forward to sharing my experiences while abroad!
Yilan Song
(she/they)
CET Film Production at FAMU
Mount Holyoke College
Class of 2026
Majors: Film, Media & Theatre and Art Studio
Hi everyone! My name is Yilan, and I’m from Beijing, China. I’m a double major in Film, Media & Theatre and Art Studio at Mount Holyoke College. This spring, I’ll be studying abroad in Prague at FAMU’s film program, where I’m excited to work with analog filmmaking and shoot on 35mm film. I’ve been using photography and videography since middle school, often working with black and white film to document moments and everyday life. I’m especially interested in documentary and experimental media. Outside of visual work, I’ve loved singing since I was young and have a soft spot for jazz music. I can’t wait to share pieces of my life and creative journey abroad!
Kieran Garvey
(he/him)
CET Film Production at FAMU
Trinity University
Class of 2027
Majors: Computer Science, Film Studies
Hey everyone! My name is Kieran Garvey, and I’m a rising junior at Trinity University with a double major in Computer Science and Film. I love photography, watching movies, and exploring new cities. I can’t wait to immerse myself in my film classes and adventure in the beautiful city of Prague!
japan
Lin Han Lu
(she/her)
CET Japan – Summer
Brandeis University
Class of 2028
Majors: Computer Science, Biology
Minor: East Asian Studies
Hello everyone! I’m Lin Han coming from Brandeis University in Massachusetts as a rising junior studying Computer Science and Biology. This summer, I’ll be studying abroad in Japan doing photography, shooting scenery, people, and special moments. Outside of photography, I like to play games (rhythm games, video games, and mahjong!) and drums, listen to J-pop, and going to arcades. Can’t wait to share my experiences with you all!
Sam Lam
(they/them)
CET Japan
Maryland Institute College of Art
Class of 2027
Major: Animation
Minor: Illustration
Hello I’m Sam! I’m from MICA and NYC and I do photography as a hobby. I am currently a third year as an Animation major and an Illustration minor! While exploring various places and moments, I like to shoot what makes me curious and happy. When I’m not doing photography, I like to craft in various mediums like ceramics, painting, stop motion puppetry and more! Excited to share moments with you all!
jordan
Gabriella Rios
(she/they)
CET Jordan – Summer
Duquesne University
Class of 2027
Majors: International Relations, Political Science, History and Philosophy
Minors: Woman and Gender Studies, Intercultural Communication
Salem y’all. My name is Gabriella Rios and I’m originally from Lancaster county and am studying my undergrad at Duquesne university in Pittsburgh. Aside from traveling, in my free time I like to shop, cook different dishes, watch films and show (Always Sunny, Fleabag and Sex and the City), going out dancing, and language learning. I know Spanish and German and will be adding Arabic to my list. I can’t wait to share my experience in Jordan through posts and social media takeovers.
Paloma Dean
(any except he/him)
CET Jordan
American University
Class of 2027
Major: International Studies
Minors: Arabic, History
Hi everyone! My name is Paloma, I am a second year at American University. I am super excited to be able to share my thoughts and experiences from Jordan with this community. I am a really creative person and when I am not spending my time researching and writing for school publications, I love to create in other ways. I have been embroidering and sewing for quite a few years, and I have recently started crocheting. I love to spend my free time either reading or hiking. I am so excited to experience everything Jordan has to offer and I cannot wait to share my experiences with you all!
barcelona
Evan Richard
(he/him)
CET Barcelona – Summer
University of Minnesota Twin Cities
Class of 2027
Major: Marketing
Hello! I am from North Dakota! I love playing pickleball with my friends, hiking, running, and really just anything outdoors. I’m super excited to study abroad in Barcelona and experience the culture, food, language, and lifestyle while also learning more about international marketing. I’m especially excited to explore the city, travel to nearby countries, and experience a more diverse and welcoming environment.
Emily Elletson
(she/her)
CET Barcelona
University of Minnesota Twin Cities
Class of 2027
Major: Marketing
Minor: Strategic Management
Hi everyone! My name is Emily Elletson, and I am studying Marketing at the University of Minnesota–Twin Cities. In my free time, I love playing volleyball, working out, getting coffee, and traveling. I’m especially excited to study in Barcelona to experience a new culture, meet new people, improve my Spanish, and explore how marketing is different in Spain, and how I can bring those insights back home after my time abroad!
Kristina Mortenson
(she/her)
CET Barcelona
University of Minnesota Twin Cities
Class of 2027
Major: Psychology
Minor: Spanish
Hey! My name is Kristina and I am a third-year student at the University of Minnesota. My major is Psychology with a minor in Spanish! I love dancing, meeting new people, the outdoors and s’mores. I cannot wait to explore all the richness of Barcelona, Spain over the next few months. I am so very hype and grateful to be studying abroad in Barcelona, and I am excited to share my adventures.