Global Ambassadors

Anne Jackson
Dublin, Spring 2026

Hi everyone! My name is Anne Jackson (she/her), and I will be studying abroad in Dublin with CNN Academy for the Spring 2026 semester. I am a junior at Rose Hill, and I am studying Digital Technology and Emerging Media, with a minor in Journalism. I chose this program because the classes and curriculum align with my career interests and will provide me with hands-on experience in the field, especially the CNN Newsroom class. I am looking forward to immersing myself in Irish culture, meeting new people, and exploring new places. I can’t wait to share my experience with you all!

Huiseon Jeong
New York City, Spring 2026

Hi! I’m Huiseon Jeong, but you can call me Seon (she/her). I’m a Computer Science major. I’m currently a Junior. I’ll be studying at Fordham University in New York City through the exchange program from Sogang University in Korea. I chose Fordham because New York is a global hub where tech and creativity collide. I’m just really excited to see what it’s actually like to live in New York. I’ve heard that American college classes are a lot more interactive than what I'm used to in Korea, so I’m curious to experience that firsthand and join in on the conversations at Fordham.

Josephine Butte
Rabat, Spring 2026

Hi! I’m Josie Butte (She/Her), and I will be studying abroad in Morocco this spring. I am a junior Humanitarian Studies major and Arabic minor at Rose Hill, and I will be participating in the SIT program focused on Human Rights, Social Justice, and Cultural Transformation. My program will be primarily based in Rabat, Morocco, with additional cultural excursions to Tangier and Sevilla. During my time abroad, I will be working as an intern with a local NGO, an experience I am especially excited about as it will allow me to engage directly with community-based work and gain meaningful, hands-on experience. I am very excited to actively participate in humanitarian aid itself, alongside with studying it. This program will allow me to deepen my understanding through real-world experience while gaining new cultural perspectives, I cant wait!

Liam Hoverter
London, Spring 2026

Hi! I’m Liam (he/him) and I’ll be studying abroad in London for the Spring 2026 semester. I’m currently a junior at Rose Hill majoring in International Political Economy and I chose London because I wanted to be in a large, diverse city with endless opportunities, culture, and things to do. I’m especially looking forward to exploring the city and traveling throughout Europe to visit friends and family abroad.

Merista Quetzal
Christchurch, Spring 2026

Hey there! (Kia ora!)  I'm Merista Quetzal (she/her), and I will be studying abroad in New Zealand over the spring semester. I am a junior at the Rose Hill campus and I am studying Film and Television with a minor in French and Francophone Studies. I am so excited to be studying with a partner school, the University of Canterbury (UC) in Christchurch, which I chose because of their excellent film production classes. What excites me most about this opportunity is the incredible internship program I've been accepted to, courses that will provide hands-on film experience, and the fact that UC offers me the opportunity to learn about Māori culture as well. All of this will add depth to my experience abroad and I can't wait to share this journey with my fellow Rams!

Moira Dowling
Tuscany, Spring 2026

Hey! I’m Moira Dowling (she/her) and I will be studying abroad in Italy this spring! I am a Junior year Chemistry major at Rose Hill and will be participating in the School for Field Studies program in the Greve di Chianti region of Tuscany. I will be taking courses on sustainability in agriculture and participating in a directed research project during my time abroad. On top of being exposed to new cultural perspectives, I am excited about this program because I believe that topics like environmental science and sustainability are so relevant in the chemistry field and beyond. I am really looking forward to the week-long group excursion to Sicily in March where we will meet with locals to learn about the fishing and olive oil industries there.

Nico Naguiat
Granada, Spring 2026

Hello my name is Nico! (he/him) I'm a junior studying international political economy and doing my study abroad next semester at Granada, Spain! I'm excited to explore Granada and the rest of Europe. I am also excited to meet new people and improve my Spanish. I can't wait to share my experiences with you all!

Shannon Dooher
Buenos Aires, Spring 2026

Hi! My name is Shannon and I am a Junior majoring in Biological Sciences and Spanish Language and Literature. I am studying abroad this spring in Buenos Aires, Argentina at the Universidad del Salvador! I chose this program to improve my Spanish while experiencing life in a different continent. I'm most looking forward to exploring the city, meeting new people, and just having fun while learning in a completely different environment.

Amaya Ada
London, Fall 2025

Hi everyone! My name is Amaya, and I’ll be studying abroad with Fordham London for the Fall 2025 semester. I’m a rising senior at Loyola Marymount University, majoring in Marketing. I chose this program because of its amazing location, and I think it offers the perfect balance between learning and adventure. London seems like such an exciting city with so much to explore, and I’m really looking forward to stepping out of my comfort zone, immersing myself in a new environment, and making lifelong memories. I also love to travel, so being based in London gives me the opportunity to visit nearby countries during my free time, which I’m especially excited about!

Austin Majer
Amman, Jordan, Fall 2025

My name is Austin Majer, and I’m a rising junior studying political science at FCLC. I’ll be spending this fall in Amman, Jordan as a part of SIT’s Geopolitics, International Relations, and the Future of the Middle East program. I chose this program because of Jordan’s unique role as an international mediator in regional disputes. It offers the chance to engage directly with people and policies shaping the Middle East today through diplomatic and humanitarian fieldwork. I’m especially excited for the program’s organized group excursions, such as meeting with Turkish diplomats in Istanbul, swimming in the Dead Sea, and exploring the landscapes of Wadi Rum and Petra. I hope to share some of my cultural and academic experiences to show how I navigate my time abroad.

Cameron Amouzgar
Seoul, South Korea, Fall 2025

Hi! I’m Cameron, a junior majoring in Political Science, and I’ll be spending the semester studying abroad in South Korea through Fordham’s exchange program with Sogang University in Seoul. I’d say 80% if this decision was based on eating Korean food, and the rest was the opportunity to spend an extended period of time in Eastern Asia and immerse myself in a culture so different from what I’ve experienced before. Korea specifically stood out to me because they put so many cool things out into the world recently, so I was very intrigued.

Christina Muttavanchery
Sydney, Australia, Fall 2025

Hi, I’m Christina! I’m studying abroad in Sydney, Australia, through the Fordham Partner/Boston University Sydney Internship Program. I’m a junior majoring in Journalism, and I’m excited to gain international experience, build my portfolio, and learn how journalism works in a new cultural setting. I chose this program because it combines academic learning with a professional internship, giving me the chance to grow both as a student and an aspiring journalist. I’m also really looking forward to everyday life in Sydney, including exploring the city, experiencing the culture, and getting a sense of what it might be like to build a future here. I’ve always been curious about living and working abroad, and I’m excited to share my experiences about it all!

Dean O'Brien
Granada, Spain, Fall 2025

Hey, I’m Dean and this semester I’m studying abroad in Granada, Spain. I am a junior in Gabelli majoring in business administration with concentrations in finance and marketing. In Spain I’ll be taking marketing and economics courses focused on Latin American and European economies and am excited to better understand how they differ from U.S. I look forward to exploring Granada and other parts of Europe and I can’t wait to eat Spanish food, meet new people and experience Granada’s culture. I’m excited to share my experiences with you all!

Elena Wright
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Fall 2025

Hi! My name is Elena, and I’m a rising junior at Fordham College at Lincoln Center, double majoring in International Studies and Humanitarian Studies. This fall, I’ll be studying abroad in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, through Fordham’s exchange program with the Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro.

I’m especially excited to improve my Portuguese, experience life by the beach, and immerse myself in Brazilian culture.

I chose this program because I’ve always dreamed of visiting Brazil and studying in Latin America. As a Spanish speaker, I wanted to challenge myself by learning a new language while deepening my understanding of a region that’s both culturally rich and geopolitically significant. Brazil’s unique role in global affairs makes it the perfect place to study international relations from a new perspective—and I can’t wait to learn from the people, the place, and the experience itself!

Ellyse Ramos
Manila, Philippines, Fall 2025

Hi! My name’s Ellyse and I’m studying abroad in Manila, the Philippines through Fordham’s exchange program. I’m a rising junior studying political science with a minor in philosophy, and I’m super excited to begin this journey! I’m looking forward to exploring the many islands in the Philippines and immersing myself into Filipino culture. I chose this program because my dad immigrated from the Philippines, and I have not yet had the chance to visit, so I thought it would be a unique opportunity to truly explore the country and surrounding Asian countries.

Kana Okubo
Stockholm, Fall 2025

Hi guys! I’m Kana and will be studying abroad at DIS Stockholm. I’m a junior Psych major and a minor in Business Admin. I chose to study in Stockholm through DIS in order to see how mental health is treated differently in the Swedish culture compared to America. I am looking forward to eating as much Swedish candy as I can, and traveling across Europe. I’m so excited to be able to learn in a different country and meet new people!

Lydia Hartshorn
Lisbon, Portugal, Fall 2025

Hi! My name is Lydia Hartshorn and I am a rising junior majoring in Communications with a minor in Marketing. 

This fall, I will be studying abroad in Lisbon, Portugal through the CIEE program and I couldn’t be more excited! I am especially looking forward to immersing myself in the Portuguese culture and meeting new people from around the world. 

Choosing Lisbon Portugal was an easy decision for me–it offers great weather year-round, close access to beaches like Cascais and Costa da Caparica, amazing seafood, unique pastries, and scenic hilltop views. I can't wait to experience all Portugal has to offer! 

Molly Hudson
Rome, Summer 2025

Hi! My name is Molly Hudson and I’m studying abroad in Rome, Italy for the month of June through the Documentary Photography Program! I’m going to be a sophomore at Fordham next fall and I’m majoring in Visual Arts with a concentration in photography. I chose this program because I want to further my knowledge in the art of photography and develop useful skills!

Natalie Loo
Taipei, Summer 2025

Hello! My name is Natalie, and I’m a rising senior majoring in English and Music with a minor in Asian American Studies. This summer, I will be studying in Taipei with CIEE, a program I chose in the hopes of improving my Mandarin and broadening my knowledge of the cultural patterns I have learned about in my Asian American Studies courses. I am most excited to explore the city’s rich history and delicious food—from the temples to the nearby hikes and bustling night markets. I can’t wait to share my adventures with you all!

Dakota Strain
London, Summer 2025

Hey guys my name is Dakota Strain and I am studying abroad in London through the Fordham Summer Abroad Program! I’m currently between my sophomore and junior year at Fordham, majoring in Finance with a concentration in Alternative Investments. This will be my first time traveling outside the United States, so I’m very excited to experience a completely new culture. I’m especially looking forward to experiencing London’s art scene and the green spaces in and around London. I chose the summer program because, as a student-athlete on the track and field team, the summer is the only time I can study abroad without missing practice or meets. London has always been a dream destination for me. Plus, being based in Europe gives me the opportunity to travel and experience other cultures nearby. Stay tuned!!!

Armughan Choudhry
Granada, Spring 2025

Hi everyone! I’m Armughan, and this semester, I’ll be studying abroad in Granada through Fordham’s partnership with the Universidad de Granada. Currently, I’m a junior studying Computer Science with a minor in  Political Science, so I look forward to exploring how these interests intersect while immersing myself in a cultural environment that is completely new. Having never been to Spain, my Spanish definitely needs a lot of work so I am particularly excited to use my time abroad to improve it through daily life experiences. I can’t wait to meet new people, explore new places, and find my place in Granada. I’m very glad that I get to bring you all along!

Christophene Stephen  
Japan, Spring 2025

Hello! My name is Christophene, and I am going to be studying abroad in Tokyo, Japan with Temple University! I chose this program because as a Visual Arts major, I wanted the opportunity to take art classes that I feel align most with the creative mediums I want to explore in Japan. Also, I have a strong passion for food and cooking so I am excited to try new foods and cook some amazing dishes.

I’m excited to spend the next four months living in Tokyo and completely immerse myself in another culture. I’m looking forward to figuring out the train system and exploring as much of the island as possible!

Claire Fink
Morocco, Spring 2025

Hello! I’m Claire, and I’m studying abroad in Rabat, Morocco with Amideast. I’m a junior majoring in Humanitarian Studies and double minoring in Biology and Peace and Justice Studies. I’m really looking forward to all of my classes, as well as eating amazing food and exploring the country! I’m learning Arabic, which is one of the main reasons why I chose this program; even though the Moroccan dialect is quite different compared to other MENA countries, I’m still super excited for this opportunity to experience the culture and broaden my understanding of the region. I can’t wait to share my experience with you all!

Kaila Chin
Scotland, Spring 2025

Hi! My name is Kaila Chin, and I am currently a junior at Rose Hill double majoring in Computer Science and New Media and Digital Design. I will be studying abroad in Scotland at the University of Edinburgh this semester and could not be more excited. I chose this program not only because it offers a variety of opportunities and courses for both my majors (especially computer science), but also because of the city’s rich culture, history, and landmarks. From the winding, cobblestone streets to the beautiful Highlands to the looming castle, I cannot wait to explore the city and its architecture, search for my favorite coffee shop, and visit the unique and historic shops in Edinburgh. I am so excited for this opportunity to meet new people, travel, and learn while abroad this next semester!

Megan Scalera
Costa Rica, Spring 2025

Hey! My name is Megan and I’m a junior at FCRH studying Environmental Studies with a minor in Peace and Justice Studies. This spring I’ll be studying abroad in Costa Rica through The School for Field Studies’ Ecological Resilience program! I’m super excited to get hands-on experience with the country’s amazing biodiversity and to do things I can't do in New York. I chose SFS because of their unique approach to a semester abroad, which includes intensive field work and a deep dive into Costa Rica’s sustainability efforts. I can’t wait to experience the culture of Costa Rica, and to be able to share what I’m up to!

Paula Opeña
Australia, Spring 2025

Hey! I’m Paula and I am going to be studying abroad in Australia this semester with the University of Sydney! I am a junior DTEM major and Marketing/Disability Studies Double Minor. I’m most excited to escape the cold and be in close proximity to all the arts, culture, and nature in a vibrant new city! I chose the University of Sydney due to their pioneering of my course of study, Design Computing, and their rich knowledge of the digital media industry in general!