“Going into this program, I had already set my sights on Germany, as I had been taking German courses for three semesters at Ohio State. However, learning German in a classroom is very different from actually speaking with native speakers. It was often intimidating—but also incredibly motivating. Moments like understanding a train announcement, holding a casual conversation with native Germans, or even dreaming in German became some of my biggest motivators for learning the language.
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Buckeyes Abroad: Neha Pasupuleti
“This experience allowed me to apply the business knowledge and skills I've gained in the classroom to a real-world setting.
Buckeyes Abroad: Ejuan Kendrick
“What made my study abroad memorabl
Lessons from a Fulbright student's journey
Selina Vickery '20, a fourth-year medical student at The Ohio State University College of Medicine, was the recipient of a Fulbright-Queen Mary, University of London Award graduate scholarship in 2023-2024 during which she pursued a master’s in global public health and policy at Queen Mary University of London via US-UK Fulbright Commission.
Buckeyes Abroad: Dianna Désir
“Understanding aviation concepts in a different setting truly opened my eyes to the beauty and uniqueness of the world. I saw how the landscape and climate influence operations, as well as the impact of governmental and military influences,” reflected Dianna Désir, an aviation major in the College of Engineering. “The exposure to Brazilian culture allowed me to find both similarities and differences that kept me eager to discover more.”
Buckeyes Abroad: Lindsey Tima
“Studying abroad has always been an important goal of mine. I think that studying abroad is one of the best ways to learn and grow. Immersing yourself in another culture from an education standpoint allows you to gain perspective of your place in the world and grow to be open to new experiences,” reflected Lindsey Tima, an aviation major in the College of Engineering. “Going to Brazil was everything I dreamed it would be and more!