Meet Our Summer 2024 Correspondents!

I am a third year at MISSOURI STATE studying to be an Actor! My favorite movie is Everything Everywhere All At Once. I am a BIG coffee drinker, adventure seeker, and love the outdoors! I am passionate about Queer and Asian representation!

Hello, I'm Tori! I am a first-year student at Yale, currently hoping to study Ethnicity, Race, and Migration. I love dancing, singing, and cooking, and I'm currently learning the guitar. A fun fact that no one believes: I'm allergic to potato skins!

My name is Emma Castillo-Kozina! I'm a student at the University of Wisconsin-Madison studying journalism and data science, with a passion for arts, culture, music, and fashion. One fun fact about me is that I have a bright pink sparkly guitar.

Hello! My name is Brooke, and I am an undergraduate student at the University of Wisconsin - Madison. I am studying neuroscience, global health, and Spanish. In my free time, I love to listen to music, read, and play soccer!

Hey! My name's Natalie and I'm from Brooklyn, New York. I'm studying English and Ad & PR at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. On my free time, I love to read, do yoga, and go for walks outdoors.

Hi! My name is Katie and I am a junior in college studying art and computer science. Being creative, traveling the world, and meeting new people is what gives me the most joy and fuel for life. I thrive off of adventure and new experiences!

Hi there, I’m Jason. I’m a Junior Data Science major at Commonwealth University Bloomsburg. I enjoying running my video game club at my campus and playing ultimate frisbee. Back at home in Philadelphia, I like relaxing with my tortoise Merle.

I'm Andrew Maher (they/them), a Communications student from Seattle, Washington, USA. I'm big into film, photography and music. My favorite food is easily rice, there are so many ways to prepare it!

My name is Lillian Morgan and I am a graduating senior at Florida Gulf Coast University pursuing a Communications internship in Berlin. I love writing, reading, exploring, and taking photos of literally everything, especially my cat.

Hey there! I'm Taylor Burke, a rising sophomore at Wake Forest University, and am super excited to travel to Cape Town! In my spare time, I enjoy hanging with friends, walking amongst the trees, swimming, and fencing!

I adore the outdoors, anything active such as running, biking, hiking, kayaking you name it. I have a healthy(?) obsession with cats and Taylor swift, and love painting on days it's not as nice out. I grew up playing soccer and cross country skiing.

My name is Andrew! I’ve always held an interest and passion for the outdoors and think it is something that anyone can fall in love with. I currently attend the University of Iowa and am on track to major in Marketing!

Hi! I'm Jamie, a BFA student at Missouri State University, but I'm from Omaha, Nebraska. I love theatre, the outdoors, and traveling (I've been to 10+ countries!). I'm interning with the Gaiety School of Acting and I can't wait to share my stories!

My name is Gayatri Panda and I am a sophomore at the University of Michigan studying economics. When I'm not studying for classes, you will find me reading, dancing, watching thriller movies, or exploring new restaurants with friends and family.

I am 20 years old, and come from a Syrian family who's allowed me to travel all over the world and partake in all kinds of exciting things. I love documenting things, reading and writing, and creating new things and ideas (and love Harry Potter!!)

I am finishing my junior year at Clark university. I love nature and art that's why I am majoring in Environmental science and studio art! I am on the rowing team at my university and love to be outdoors as much as possible!

I like to consider myself a well-rounded person. I enjoy learning new things and approaching situations with an open mind. On a personal note, I love to laugh, challenge myself, make a positive impact, and make meaningful connections.

I’m a junior majoring in Exercise Science with minors in Chemistry and Medical Sciences on the pre-med track. I love traveling and some of my favorite places I have been were Peru, Mexico, Hawaii and Alaska. I enjoy exploring and seeing new things!

I am an out of the box thinker that always looks for a solution to any problem one may be facing. I always like to take things apart and put them back together like a puzzle. It helps me get to the root of any situation.

I am Quazi. I am a senior at St. John's University- New York, Majoring in Homeland Security and minoring in International Criminal Justice. I love to travel around the world. I am also a video game freak, mostly playing Call of Duty and FIFA.

Hi! My name is Jimena. I am a Spanish girl who fell in love with solo-backpacking. Some of my passions are yoga, watercolor painting and bamboo construction techniques! I would define myself as an enthusiastic, spontaneous and cheerful person

I am a girl who LOVES to travel, to me experiences trump anything tangible! I am a work hard, play hard type of girl. I have worked so hard to get to where I am and I am so grateful for all the opportunities and help that I've had along the way.

I am a Taiwanese international student at the UNC-CH and I enjoy cafe hopping, taking pictures with my film and digital cameras, golfing, watching movies, and attending concerts. I love meeting new people and love a great conversation!

My name Emy Diaz and I use she/her pronouns. I am a current sophomore from the University of Missouri studying Education and minoring in Spanish. In my free time, I like to try different foods, watch tv shoes, and hang out with the people I love.

Hi, I'm Kamryn Washington! I love to play soccer, cook, travel, watch sunsets, eat candy, drink Sprite, rewatch movies, and go on night drives blasting music with friends. Studying abroad in Spain is fulfilling a dream I've had since 8th grade :)

I am currently a junior at the University of Missouri. I am a Political Science (Pre-Law) and Psychology major. I served as the president of my sorority and am very involved on campus. I love getting to meet new people and dive into new things!

In a nutshell, I am someone who loves to learn and give the best quality of work that I can. Outside of school, I love singing and am currently learning Ukelele! I am also passionate about photography, which I plan to develop more in Italy!

Hi, I'm Ana! I'm a Filipino-Chinese senior at IU studying Social Work with an International Studies minor. Things that make my heart smile include laughing with loved ones, playing with pets, & enjoying long naps. Hope you enjoy Italy with me!

My name is Jaden Montoya and I am a Sophomore at the University of Missouri. I transferred here this semester from the University of Northern Colorado where I played club hockey for the school. I enjoy watching sports, lifting, and being with friends.

Hi, my name is Sydney! I've always loved travel and getting to live life to the fullest, although it's all about balance. I love seeing new places and trying new food, but when I'm not out running about, I love to read and listen to music to relax.

My name is Jenna Hughes and I am student at Miami University in Ohio. I have dreamt of going to France since I was 13, so I am excited to go this summer! My favorite things are reading French books, getting coffee with friends and family and my dog.

I am a rising junior at Penn State studying Public relations with minors in Digital Media Trends and Analytics, French, and a business certificate. I am from Raleigh, North Carolina, and I love running, coffee, and staying busy!

My name is Rebecca and I just graduated from Yale University. I've spent the last year studying abroad in Taiwan, China, Argentina, Peru, and now Ecuador! In my free time, I love to picnic in the park with a book or go on long hikes with friends.

Salutations! My name is Teagan Serink. I’m a junior at the University of North Texas, where I’m studying music, technical communication, and Spanish. I enjoy singing, birdwatching, and herping. This summer, I’ll be studying ecology in Quito, Ecuador!

Hi, I’m Bailey! I’m from the mountains of western North Carolina and currently am a junior at UNC Chapel Hill studying Creative Nonfiction Writing and Art History. I love to read, and can usually be found fiddling in my garden or going for a walk.

My name is Emma Stokic, and I am majoring in Psychology & Public Policy Leadership at the University of Mississippi. Growing up, I spent my summers in Serbia where my parents are from. I have always loved travelling and exploring different cultures!

Vasco was born and raised in San Francisco, CA where he went on to attend the prestigious Stuart Hall High School before going onto take his studies to the the Pennsylvania State University.

I am a first year student studying business analytics at Cornell College with a minor in spanish, hence why I chose this program. I love making memories and sharing my life with others. Our world needs more happiness and I want to share mine.

I am a Polish-American from Dallas, Texas, and I am majoring in Hotel Administration at the Cornell Nolan School. I love to bake (I even have my own cookie business evascookies.com), go to concerts, and lift weights. I am also an avid coffee drinker!

Yixin, a museum lover who’s visited top museums worldwide. Passionate about food, history, and culture! Keen acrylic painter! Eager to learn and create!

My name is Howell Pierce. I am a rising Junior at Furman University. I am a pre-med student, and I am majoring in Psychology and Spanish. I am passionate about public health reform, community health and social media.

Hi, I'm Capri! I am studying Biomedical Health Sciences with minors in Spanish and Biology at Purdue University. I love to spend time outside in the sun hiking, running, and hammocking. I am a big fan of coffee and work at a coffee on campus.

Hello! I'm Saul Torres, currently a second year at Lehigh University in PA, US, studying Electrical Engineering. Some of my hobbies includes photography, reading, traveling, and running/exercising. I'm excited for Chile!

I'm a second year philosophy student at the University of California, Santa Barbara. I'm very Italian, so much so that my parents decided to use an Italian surname in the family to name me, Sofi!

Hi! My name is Gemma and I study writing, Italian, and live event management at Ithaca College. When I'm not at dance class, you can find me reading, crafting, thrifting, and snuggling with my cats, Lyra and Tiny.

I love to be physically active! Whether it is lifting weights in the gym, pilates, or tennis, I love to move my body. I am also an introvert who likes reading and binge-watching new anime that comes out each season!

As a TV show and film fan, I enjoy watching animated content (huge on Pixar and Studio Ghibli!), with my favorite movie being Howl's Moving Castle and my favorite show being The Office. I have two dogs named Luna and Fiolo, and I enjoy the beach!

I'm from the Show Me city of St.Louis, Missouri where I love to attend baseball games and go to festivals. Outside of school, I spend my free time running my professional social media where I showcase my film from my digital camera.

My name is Erica Faucher, and I am a junior Medical Microbiology major! I love bacteria and mold, but also languages. I am very excited to be studying Japanese officially in Japan!

I’m Emily Harrison. I was a military brat, so I love traveling as much as I love breathing. Travel and seeing new sites in a different way will always be the best part of my day.

My name is Will Jansma and I am a Junior at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville studying International Business and Japanese language. I play club volleyball and also am heavily involved in social media management and video production at my school.

Hi! My name is Mekaela Kaji, and I am a student studying Neuroscience with minors in statistics and bioethics. In my free time, I love to cafe hop to explore cities, run, and am training for a half marathon. I also love to travel!

Hi! I'm Elisabeth, and I'm a psychology major and neuroscience minor at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. This is my first time traveling abroad! My favorite things to do in my free time are journaling, taking walks, and scrapbooking!

Hi! I am Olivia D'Aulerio. I go to school at Haverford College which is in Pennsylvania, but I am a true New Jerseyian at heart. I love going to the Jersey Shore durring the summer to relax at the beach typically after I have had a long soccer game.

I'm a cinema major whose main focus is in personal & music video. I love media in all its forms and hearing what others have to say on it. I enjoy interacting with other, hearing their stories. I love to explore and experience anything new.

I'm a student at Pennsylvania State University studying Communications, Arts, and Sciences with a minor in Psychology. I'm also involved in the sorority Delta Phi Epsilon. I'm a huge sports fan, with my favorite being basketball and I love theater!

Hi, my name is Bobby. I study both finance and economics at Penn State. Outside of my studies, I primarily lift, rock climb, and read random books that people recommend to me.