Everything we do is about the IES Abroad student. Our staff is so passionate about making sure students can experience the life-changing adventure of a semester abroad that they donate their own hard-earned money towards the IES Abroad Employee Scholarship Fund.
As a result, a record nine need-based students were afforded the opportunity to study abroad in Spring 2014, using a total of $15,500 donated by U.S. and Center staff in the 2013-14 fiscal year.
Congratulations to the following students! Based on the quotes below, we think you’ll agree they had an unforgettable time abroad.
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Delise Hampton “With traveling to South Africa, I have not only taken photos that will last a lifetime, but I have gained a way of understanding and appreciating different cultures through a new set of eyes.” |
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Elaine Kelly “It was truly a gift to have had such an adventure, and I am eternally grateful for the donations that made it all possible.” |
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Jeselyn Campos “Many of the experiences and challenges I faced this semester gave me a clearer view of who I am, what I am capable of, and what I want in life.” |
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Savon Jackson “My time there not only allowed me to be immersed into the culture but also learn much about myself as well.” |
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Marissa Jones “Learning Spanish and experiencing the Spanish culture have been dreams of mine for as long as I can remember, and thanks to the generous scholarship I received, my dreams came true.” |
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Tyler Gregory “I can confidently say that, coming out of this experience, I am more myself than I have ever been, which is both a wonderful and powerful place to be.” |
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Carly Retzlaff “All of these changes and things I learned about myself will help me to give future employers a great idea of who I am and what I have to offer. For that, I am forever grateful.” |
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| Andres Trujillo Rice University IES Abroad Vienna |
Click here to learn more about scholarships available for students participating in IES Abroad programs. For more information on supporting scholarships for IES Abroad students visit www.IESabroad.org/giving.
