global access ambassador

Erin Bughman cover photo

Gaining independence as a first-generation student through study abroad

Monday, October 2, 2023
"This opportunity allowed me to learn how to flourish on my own and gave me amazing experiences visiting places I have always dreamed of going."
Isabella Rivera cover

My transformational journey in Chile

Friday, September 29, 2023
"Chile taught me confidence—in myself, in my resources, and in my ability to, ultimately, wing it."
Kaitlyn Dwyer in front of an ancient building with columns in Greece

Why you shouldn’t let a disability keep you from studying abroad

Wednesday, July 19, 2023
Kaitlyn Dwyer, a Diversity Ambassador Scholarship recipient, shares her experience studying abroad in Greece.
Faith Benson

First-generation student Faith Benson rekindled passion for learning after studying abroad in India

Tuesday, May 2, 2023
Faith Benson, a Diversity Ambassador Scholarship recipient, participated in a study abroad program in India in winter 2022-23.
Daijonna Glee

Studying abroad in London helped Daijonna Glee better understand her identity

Friday, April 14, 2023
Daijonna Glee (business student with a minor in Korean studies), a Diversity Ambassador Scholarship recipient, participated in International Business in London in winter 2022.
Ben Dent

Ben Dent feels more open and genuine retuning from London study abroad experience

Thursday, April 13, 2023
Ben Dent (finance major), a Diversity Ambassador Scholarship recipient, participated in International Business in London in winter 2022.
Angelina at Merlion Park

Angelina Evans reflects on representing Americans in Singapore

Thursday, April 13, 2023
Angelina Evans (computer science and geography double-major), a Diversity Ambassador Scholarship recipient, participated in the CIEE Open Campus Singapore in fall 2022.
Angela with friend

Angela Pandit achieved goals beyond language through study abroad in Spain

Wednesday, April 12, 2023
Angela Pandit (finance major and Spanish minor), a Diversity Ambassador Scholarship recipient, participated in the IES Barcelona program in fall 2022.
Rachael Hensley

Rachael Hensley gained insights on London through study abroad

Wednesday, April 12, 2023
Rachael Hensley (finance major), a Diversity Ambassador Scholarship recipient, participated in International Business in London in fall 2022.
Tegan Wharton

Biology major Tegan Wharton’s post-college plans shift following study abroad program in Dominican Republic

Tuesday, April 11, 2023
Tegan Wharton, a UI biology major on the pre-med track, received a Diversity Ambassador Scholarship recipient to study Comparative Health in the Dominican Republic in winter 2022.
Braydon Simms

Braydon Simms encourages other students to study abroad after internship experience in Prague

Tuesday, April 11, 2023
Braydon Simms (communication studies major), a Diversity Ambassador Scholarship recipient, participated in CEA Prague: Internship in fall 2022.
Alex Hefel with scenic background holding Hawkeye flag

Alex Hefel's first trip out of the U.S. took him to South Africa, expanding his horizons

Friday, November 4, 2022
Alex Hefel received a Diversity Ambassador Scholarship to study abroad and conduct research in South Africa in spring 2022.